Program Overview

Executive Master of Public Administration, On Campus

Program Overview

The Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) program is designed for midcareer professionals who want to advance their knowledge and skills in public administration. The program is tailored to meet the needs of experienced professionals, with a focus on leadership, managerial, and organizational skills.

Core Requirements

The EMPA program requires 30 credits, with nine credits satisfying the core requirements. The three core courses are:

• Executive Education Seminar: Managerial Leadership
• Fundamentals of Policy Analysis
• Master’s Project Course

The remaining 21 credits (seven courses) can be selected from the department, with up to 12 credits (four courses) coming from other social science programs in the Maxwell School or elsewhere at Syracuse University.

Areas of Study

In addition to core courses, many Maxwell EMPA students align their electives around one of seven areas of study:

• Data Analytics for Public Policy
• Environmental Policy and Administration
• International and Development Administration
• National and International Security Policy
• Public and Nonprofit Management
• Social Policy
• State and Local Government Financial Analysis and Management

Concurrent Certificates of Advanced Study (Optional)

Students enrolled in the Executive MPA program on campus are also eligible to earn a certificate in the following specializations as they work toward their degree:

• Conflict and Collaboration
• Data Analytics for Public Policy
• Environmental Decision Making
• Health Services Management and Policy
• Leadership of International and Non-Government Organizations
• Post-Conflict Reconstruction
• Public Leadership and Management
• Security Studies

Faculty

The Executive Master of Public Administration program is taught by experienced faculty members who are experts in their fields. View the faculty list.

Program Statistics

• 50% of EMPA students come from outside the United States, representing 20 countries.

Program Accreditation

The Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs is ranked #1 for schools of public affairs.