Create Lasting Change at Colleges and Universities
By becoming a public administrator, you can create change at K-12 schools from within the system, as an educational administrator, or from an external position at a government agency. Public administrators champion education and advocate for faculty, staff, and the nearly 50 million students enrolled at public elementary and secondary schools across the U.S.
UT Permian Basin’s online Master of Public Administration program with an Education focus is delivered by a team of professionals with extensive experience in public and nonprofit organizations. As part of The University of Texas system, UTPB educators have witnessed the ripple effect education has on our students and the Permian Basin at large. Our professors are committed to empowering you to make a meaningful difference in your community as well.
We teach all the soft and hard skills you’d expect from an MPA program: analytical, communication, and leadership skills, for example. Enroll in courses in our optional Education focus area and you’ll also gain in-depth knowledge of school law, school public relations, and education (K-12) policy and management, among other essential topics. Graduate with a prestigious credential and the bevy of skills you’ll need to succeed in educational leadership roles in the public sector, including:
- Educational administrator
- Program director
- Research associate
Focus Area Courses
- MPAL 6381 – Issues in Health and Human Services Policy and Management
- EDLD 6365 – School Public Relations
- EDLD 6361 – School Law
If you’re ready to advance your career and make a difference in education, apply now to our online MPA program with an Education focus.
Why Choose UT Permian Basin for Your Online MPA With an Education Focus?
We believe that a graduate degree intended to advance your career shouldn’t impact your professional life. We’ve designed our online MPA program to be as accessible and flexible as possible, allowing you to study when and where it’s convenient for you.
UT Permian Basin is also regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), ensuring that you receive a high-quality education that will be recognized and respected by employers nationwide.