A multidisciplinary degree program oriented toward examining and understanding the broad range of problems and opportunities associated with the nation's urban and regional areas. Students in the degree program may prepare themselves for professional leadership careers in local government management and public administration, or use the degree as preparation for Ph.D. study. The program requirements are designed to provide flexibility while ensuring a multidisciplinary, problem-solving perspective.The Master of Arts in Public Administration and Community Management (MPACM) prepares students for professional local and regional public service leadership careers in the U.S. system by instructing in the application of law, ethics, equity, and current trends in governance through a combination of public administration theory and applied skills training.