- College of Health Sciences and Public Policy
- BS in Health Studies
- BS in Public Health
- Graduate Certificate in Government Management
- Graduate Certificate in Homeland Security
- Graduate Certificate in Nonprofit Management
- Graduate Certificate in Public Health
- Graduate Certificate in Public Management and Leadership
- Graduate Certificate in Public Policy
- Graduate Certificate in Strategic Planning and Public Policy
- Master of Public Administration (MPA)
- Master of Public Health (MPH)
- MS in Nonprofit Management and Leadership
- Doctor of Public Administration (DPA)
- Doctor of Public Health (DrPH)
- PhD in Public Health
- PhD in Public Policy and Administration (PPA)
Students will prepare to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of their organizations with this certificate. They will explore how transformative change occurs in complex public systems and will study how to use the language of leadership to shape policy as they motivate, inspire, and lead their organization.
Students must meet the master’s program admission requirements. Credit from courses taken for a certificate can be applied toward the Master of Public Administration or the MS in Nonprofit Management and Leadership.
Students must show progress and maintain performance in a manner identical to a degree program. Students track their progress in their program of study, similar to degree-seeking students. Students must receive a B or better in each course. Note: A grade of B– is not acceptable.
Certificate Requirements
- 18 total quarter credits
- Foundation course (3 credits)
- Core courses (15 credits)
Curriculum
Foundation Course (3 credits)
Certificate Courses (15 credits)
Course Sequence
The recommended course sequence is as follows:
Quarter | Course | Credits |
---|---|---|
Quarter 1 |
MMPA 6116 - Foundations of Graduate Study |
3 credits |
MMPA 6390 - Strategic Context of Public Management and Leadership |
5 credits | |
Quarter 2 |
MMPA 6542 - Transformative Change in a Shared-Power World |
5 credits |
MMPA 6392 - The Language of Leadership |
5 credits |