Program Description

The Doctor of Public Administration (DPA) prepares scholar-practitioners for advanced leadership roles in public service organizations. The program employs a comprehensive approach that integrates advanced theoretical frameworks with practical applications to address contemporary public sector challenges. This curriculum emphasizes evidence-based decision-making, policy analysis, and strategic leadership while developing students' ability to conduct applied research that contributes meaningful solutions to public administration challenges.

Multiple factors, including prior experience, geography and degree field, affect career outcomes. CSU does not guarantee a job, promotion, salary increase, eligibility for a position, or other career growth.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the program, students should be able to do the following:

• Apply theoretical frameworks to solve challenges in public administration and policy.
• Analyze research results and data to support evidence-based decision-making in public sector organizations.
• Conduct ethical research that contributes to the professional body of knowledge in public administration.
• Develop evidence-based recommendations to address challenges in government agencies.