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Redefine Public Service
with an Online Master of Public Administration Degree


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Prepare for in-demand careers in the public or non-profit sectors

Do you want to make a lasting societal impact with your career? The online Master of Public Administration program at Cambridge College can give you the tools to make it happen.

Our online MPA program comprehensively prepares aspiring administrators for the dynamic nature of public administration and non-profit management roles through an innovative 12-course, 36-credit curriculum. Courses combine theoretical knowledge and interactive projects based on real issues, ensuring you are well-primed to make a difference in diverse communities. Whether your interest lies in public sector management or non-profit management, Cambridge College's MPA program is designed to equip you with the knowledge, skills, and experience to excel.

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Get Ahead of the Curve

The online MPA can be completed in just 24 months. Choose to concentrate your studies in public sector management or non-profit management to obtain the skills and knowledge you need to improve society and advance your career. 

Designed by Industry Experts

Cambridge College's MPA program was crafted to address evolving trends in public administration and non-profit management. The program integrates essential elements such as Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion (DEI) curriculum, comprehensive technology-related courses, and a profound course on Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs).

A Leruth

“[The Cambridge College online master's program] is flexible and it transforms how you can work and be more effective in your career.  It’s possible. It’s affordable…. Don’t wait. Do it now!”

Alexander Leruth
MBA with Finance Concentration

Ready to guide real change through purposeful public service?

In our immersive learning journey, you'll dive deep into hands-on analysis and strategy development for today's real-world challenges, including a 10-week capstone project based on a practical issue. You'll gain a comprehensive understanding of modern governance, public-private partnerships, diversity and inclusion initiatives, and the economic forces shaping policy. Lessons ensure you build skills to craft inclusive policies, lead diverse teams, and steer initiatives.

This online Master in Public Administration is designed for the passionate, the driven, and the community-minded individual who sees the bigger picture of societal structures. It's a perfect match if you're an entry or mid-level public/non-profit professional looking to build expertise across sectors, enhance strategic planning skills, and lead with a renewed vision focused on community empowerment and systems-level change. If you're constantly seeking ways to meaningfully contribute to evolving public dialogue, advocate for equitable policies, and provide a voice for the underserved, this program is for you.

You'll emerge with an essential toolkit to drive change through purposeful leadership:

  • Evaluating current policies, debating proposed reforms, analyzing real-world impacts and challenges
  • Analyzing ethical dilemmas administrators face related to transparency, accountability, and public interest
  • Discussing strategies to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion and how these can be applied in local/state governments
  • Examining economic policies and their impacts on local economies
  • Assessing different public-private partnership models and understanding how to improve their effectiveness
  • Developing budgets for departments/programs and strategically prioritizing needs with limited resources
  • Engaging community members and leaders to understand diverse needs and improve inclusion

The Cambridge College Experience

Excellence in Adult and Online Learning

As the leader in adult learning, all our programs are designed with the flexibility and ease busy adults need. Our online programs are delivered by our online division, Cambridge College Global, on our award-winning platform.

Affordable Tuition

Cambridge College is an accredited non-profit college with a mission to make academically excellent, cost-effective higher education accessible to all. It’s why we keep our tuition affordable and offer scholarships; financial aid; and discounts for military, veterans, first responders, and corporate partners.

Faculty: Experts who Care

CC faculty are accomplished practitioners with distinguished careers who share their wealth of industry knowledge with their students. They genuinely care about students’ lives and outcomes. They hold weekly virtual office hours and are available by phone and email, as well. 

A Legacy of DEI

Since its inception over 50 years ago, Cambridge College has been committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion – in faculty, staff, leadership, and curriculum. Our students hail from 50+ countries, and we invite and appreciate their varied perspectives, experiences, ages, and cultures.  

Career Advancement Outcomes

Cambridge College offers career-building workshops, job fairs, seminars, online tools, a job-matching portal, and one-on-one sessions to help students and alumni grow professionally. In fact, 94% of alumni report that Cambridge College prepared them for their current careers. 

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A fully accredited non-profit college. Est. 1971