Political Science, MPA Learning Outcomes

LEARNING OUTCOMES

• Demonstrate ethical and accountable leadership skills grounded in relevant theory
• Interpret the role of public administrators at each stage of the policy development process
• Analyze the various steps in the policy process
• Apply a variety of approaches to address relevant questions in public administration including problem solving, written and oral communication, quantitative and qualitative methods, and critical thinking skills.
• Synthesize the theoretical basis of public administration with accountable practice in public or nonprofit organizations
• Demonstrate the ability to interact productively with diverse populations