Program Overview
The Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy offers an MPA program that combines theoretical knowledge and practical experience to prepare students for careers in the public sector. The program is taught by respected scholars and former senior public servants and provides career opportunities in a wide range of government and non-profit roles, including senior management, policy analysis, and economic advising. Additionally, the program offers an internship option and short professional development programs focused on governance and leadership.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy offers a Master of Public Administration (MPA) program. The program is designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and real-world understanding of policymaking and public administration. The program aims to prepare graduates for successful careers in the public sector.
Teaching:
The program is taught by respected scholars and former senior public servants. The school's programs combine theoretical concepts and applied teachings.
Careers:
MPA graduates have gone on to successful careers in the federal, provincial, municipal and Indigenous governments and private, non-governmental and nonprofit agencies, in roles including:
- Senior Government Managers and Officials (Ministers, Assistant Deputy Ministers and Indigenous Chiefs, Executive Directors, Chief Administrator Officers, City Administrators)
- Managers and Chief of Staff
- Regional Program Officers, Program Managers, Senior Policy Advisors
- Policy Analysts, Strategic Analysts and Research Analysts
- Strategic Business Advisors and Strategic Business Development Officers
- Economists
- Public Affairs Counsellors
- Chiefs of Police, Staff Sergeants and Parole Officers
- Consultants
Other:
The Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy offers a competitive internship program option for MPA students. The program also offers a variety of short professional development (non-credit) programs and workshops focused on governance, leadership, and policy.
