The MPA vs. MBA question comes up often among professionals who want advanced credentials for leadership but aren’t sure which path fits their goals. Both degrees develop leadership and high-level strategic skills, and both lead to roles with more responsibility and authority.
The di…
Complex issues like climate and energy policies, healthcare reform and emerging technology have created major demand for professionals who understand how laws are written and how policies are designed. Graduate degrees offer two distinct routes into this work, and professionals often weigh whethe…
Written by: Eva Chiang, P.P.A. Faculty Lead and Program Director
For working professionals, online learning can be a solution to continuing learning while managing multiple responsibilities. A strong online program expands access wit…
Behind every functioning hospital or public health agency is a layer of leadership that is rarely seen by patients, but shapes nearly everything about the experience. Healthcare administrators are the leaders who are balancing budgets and staffing while navigating the regulatory demands placed on…
By Taylor Calvin, M.P.P. student and teaching assistant, featuring Mea Ahlberg, P.P.A. Faculty, Curriculum Committee Member and Senior Lecturer, SMU Department of Economics
The online M.P.P. and M.P…
A Master of Public Administration (MPA) can open career opportunities across government agencies, nonprofit organizations and the private sector. However, a degree with versatile, highly applicable skills means that career outcomes can vary widely.
This article breaks down…
Healthcare professionals seeking to move into the next step of their careers may be considering transitioning to the administrative side of things, where impact comes from executive leadership and policy-making rather than direct care. For professionals looking to improve population health and dr…
For those looking to advance from individual contributor roles to top leadership careers, a master’s degree may prove to be the advancement opportunity you need, allowing you to grow your career and achieve long-term success.
There are a variety of master’s degrees designed for aspirin…
Public sector professionals and government are more important — and in higher demand — than ever before. Two areas in the public sector that have many care…
In the face of complex and pressing societal challenges, the United States requires innovative solutions that can address the needs of all citizens. Policymakers drive progress in these areas and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our communities, nation and world.
The rigorous…
