Online Applied Human Service Administration Degree :: Accredited Universities

This applied degree gives you the management skills required to become an effective leader in the human services field. From managing physical resources, to trend analysis and research skills, our graduates have the skills and confidence to work with boards, manage a dynamic staff of practitioners, and still serve the clients and families at the heart of your organization.
The unique challenge of managing a human service organization demands highly specialized education. To meet the needs of today's busy human service professionals, MacEwan Unversity’s Bachelor of Applied Human Service Administration gives you the opportunity to complete your degree part-time while continuing to work.

Entry Requirements

• Applicants must have: a two-year diploma or a minimum of 60 credits from a recognized post-secondary institution with an Admission Grade Point Average (AGPA) of 2.0 or better on a 4.0 scale with a minimum grade of C- in MacEwan University‘s ENGL 111 or equivalent.
• English Language Proficiency To be evaluated through the Office of the University Registrar Applicable to all admission categories

Other Fees

• $250 Fees

• $570 Books & Supplies

Notes

All applicants must meet an acceptable level of English language proficiency. We will require official documents such as high school or post-secondary transcripts or proof of successful completion of standardized language evaluation.

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e Online Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Human Services degree is designed to provide a human and behavioral science background for students interested in entering counseling, case management, program administration, and other similar professions.

Students often select the Human Services bachelor's degree program in preparation for a master's degree program in counseling in order to become licensed, professional counselors, especially in school, marriage and family, community agency, and college/university settings.

Professional employment in Human Services is applied in treatment centers, hospitals, child and youth care facilities, community mental health centers, licensed professional practice, colleges/universities, schools, academies, governmental and non-governmental organizations, institutions, group homes, foster and transitional care, in-home counseling, homeless and runaway shelters, community action agencies, wilderness and adventure programs, and similar programs for social and personal development.

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Indiana State University offers a master of public administration (M.P.A.) for working professionals who have experience in public or nonprofit organizations and now seek a graduate-level degree for career advancement.

1. The M.P.A. is a 36-credit-hour program (39 credit hours if an internship is required).

2. The program includes a focus in public and non-profit organizations. The program requires a three-credit-hour internship with a public agency, but only of those students without public or non-profit work experience.

3. Although the program may be completed in just over two calendar years of full-time study, most students complete the program in about three years of part-time study. The University allows part-time students to take up to seven years to earn the degree, although the program is typically completed in far less time.

4. The department may approve up to 9 credit hours—3 semester courses—or the equivalent for transfer into the student's program from other universities.

5. All seven core courses and the final capstone course are offered by political science department faculty. With approval, students may take elective courses outside the department. Both core and elective courses may be transferred from other institutions with the approval of the program director. The capstone course must be completed at ISU.

6. The program now offers elective concentrations in three other ISU online master's programs. They are nonprofit management, criminology/criminal justice, human resources development, and public health.

Most of our students are mid-career, full-time employees of public or non-profit organizations. The M.P.A. is meant to enhance their ability to:

1. Implement public and social policy to improve the lives of the general public

2. Deliver services to citizens through plans that are transparent, efficient, and ethical

3. Influence the direction of both public and private organizations

4. React to the complexities of government, configure budgets, and advocate for public services

In addition to the M.P.A., the University offers online graduate certificate programs in public administration and public personnel administration. Courses in either of these certificate programs can be applied toward completion of the master of public administration.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must satisfy the following minimum requirements:

1. Hold a bachelor's degree in any academic field from a regionally accredited college or university.

2. Hold a minimum undergraduate grade point average of at least 2.75 on a 4.00 scale.

3. Have administrative or managerial experience in either the public or nonprofit sector; this requirement does not apply to students who plan to attend scheduled courses on campus in Terre Haute.

4. Submit official transcripts of undergraduate and any graduate work from an accredited institution.

5. Submit or have sent three letters of reference from past or present employers, professors, teachers, and/or colleagues.

6. Write and submit a brief one- or two-page statement of purpose.

7. Complete the TOEFL and submit a score of at least 600 (or the equivalent) as evidence of English proficiency if the applicant's first language is not English. See the note below for exemptions.

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The online Public Administration Master’s degree program at Marist College prepares innovative leaders of public and nonprofit organizations with the knowledge, skills, and values necessary for effectively managing in a diverse, technologically engaged and global society.

The Marist MPA degree program fulfills its mission by applying theory to practice. The graduate degree program emphasizes applied course content through dynamic delivery platforms and is dedicated to the spirit of continuous evaluation and improvement.

Fostering the Development of Knowledge
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The Marist MPA graduate degree program’s commitment to excellence in education is demonstrated through the integration of public administration theories with the practice of management in the public and non-profit sectors. Delivered with the assistance of distinctive teaching methods and technologies, courses investigate various perspectives through an integrated curriculum. Students acquire insight into important content areas of public administration, law, human resources, policy, management and ethics.

Implementing Practical Management Skills
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The Master’s in Public Administration (MPA) graduate degree emphasizes effective communication, quantitative and qualitative analysis, data-driven decision making, and the use of technology to enhance the leadership in, and management of, public organizations. MPA graduate students learn to motivate themselves and others, and encourage creativity while leading groups through organizational change. Courses, grounded in practice, foster critical thinking, problem solving, innovation, and strategic management.

Promoting Public Service Values
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The Marist master’s degree program builds working relationships among Marist MPA faculty, students, alumni, public and non-profit organization leaders, and community partners. Life-long learning is emphasized through a focus on working professionals and the valuable experiences brought to the classroom, whether in person or online. Democratic governance principles are explored as students prepare for leadership roles in a society that requires transparency and accountability from public administrators. Professional ideals support the development of work environments that engender integrity, mutual respect, equity, and fairness. Ethical values are integrated throughout the curriculum to assure students understand critical issues such as working in a global society, cultural competency, sustainability, digital divides, and diversity in the workforce.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must have earned a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.

Official GRE or GMAT scores are required.

International applicants
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International applicants whose first language is not English must submit one of these test scores

TOEFL - Applicants must submit a minimum score of 550 on the paper based TOEFL exam or a 213 on the computer based TOEFL or an 80 on the Internet based TOEFL exam

IELTS - Applicants must submit a minimum score of 6.5

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There is an increasing need for leaders in the public sector as approximately 550,000 federal employees prepare for retirement. This transition is energizing the already strong demand for trained public administration professionals in the nonprofit and nongovernmental sectors.

A master’s degree in public administration (MPA) is the accepted professional credential for public service professionals. By earning this degree, you can gain the skill set required to become an effective and highly in-demand leader, with the flexibility to move between government and nongovernmental careers.

To help meet your career goals, Penn State World Campus has partnered with Penn State's School of Public Affairs to offer you an online MPA degree.

Our MPA program is designed to help you enhance your ability to understand, analyze, and control your organizational environment to manage more effectively and to promote positive change in the public and nonprofit sectors.

In addition to blending theoretical and applied concepts, the curriculum covers organizational governance, finance, and administration while also providing "real-world" experiences for the novice administrator. The online program is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration (NASPAA), and offers elective courses from many areas including:

criminal justice
government administration
human resources management
information resource management
policy analysis

Who Should Apply?

If you are interested in a career in government, public management, health and human services, and other public or nonprofit organizations, and you want to make an impact on the issues and problems that affect the general public, this could be the program for you

Career Opportunities for Graduates

As an MPA graduate, you can hone your skills and knowledge to advance to middle- and upper-level management positions. Many MPA graduates work as administrators for government agencies, larger corporations in the public and private sectors, community organizations, or in a number of other areas such as tribal politics, charities, criminal justice, and academia.

MPA graduates also enter careers as grant writers, transportation managers, personnel administrators, policy analysts, and managers of various departments within cities and counties.

Typical jobs for the MPA graduate include:

accountant/auditor
attorney
bank officer
benefits administrator
college administrator
consultant
criminal justice administrator
financial aid officer
health care administrator
hospital administrator
office manager
political campaign worker
public health administrator

Entry Requirements

For admission to the Graduate School, an applicant must hold either (1) a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution or (2) a tertiary (postsecondary) degree that is deemed comparable to a four-year bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution. This degree must be from an officially recognized degree-granting institution in the country in which it operates.

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