The LSU Master of Public Administration (MPA) program provides students with a comprehensive understanding of what is needed to be an effective public service leader.<br><br>The Master of Public Administration prepares students to work in government, non-profit organizations, and private entities that deal with governmental agencies and public entities on public policy issues. Graduates leave the program with the ability to articulate and apply a public service perspective and interact productively with a diverse workforce and communities.<br>The Master of Public Administration is a 36-hour program that includes 27 hours of core courses and nine hours of electives. Classes on both public policy and public management are offered. As an MPA student, you will learn how to analyze policy and manage government and non-profit programs. The MPA program emphasizes policy implementation, program management, and ethical leadership through relevant coursework.<br><br>Core courses include studies in economics, budgeting, finance, organizational behavior, data analytics, and human resource management. Students will link coursework to real-world experience either through an internship, or the practicum if they are currently working in the public sector. Pre-service students will acquire and complete an internship.