Whether you intend to research new ways to overcome the challenges in your community or want to use your expertise to teach the next generation of public leaders, the Ph.D. and master’s degrees in Public Policy and Administration at Walden offer you everything you need to achieve more.
In today’s highly politicized environment, the right degree is essential for getting your voice heard. With Walden University’s flexible online degree formats, you can earn a doctorate or M.P.A. while maintaining current commitments.
Walden is committed to your success.
37 years of distance-learning experience
Flexible online learning format
Skills needed to become part of the next generation of public leadership
Programs focused on the importance of integrating the private, public and nonprofit sectors to be truly effective
Unique, focused specializations
Let Walden University’s graduate degrees in Public Policy and Administration turn your passion for your community into the confidence, knowledge, and innovative thinking you need to influence public policy.
Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration
For effective policy-making, service delivery, and resource management, you need grounding in scientific inquiry and scholarship. Online degree program specializations include Criminal Justice and Homeland Security.
Specializations
General Program
Criminal Justice
Health Services
Homeland Security Policy and Coordination
International Nongovernmental Organizations (NGOs)
Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.)
Across the public sector spectrum, career opportunities are predicted to expand rapidly over the next five years. At every level-federal, state, and local-this growth trend in employment will fuel a demand for qualified managers who can lead public agencies or direct public policy organizations.* Prepare to advance your career and to meet this increasing need for public sector professionals as you gain the skills to translate public policies into effective programs and projects. International themes and concepts incorporated throughout your coursework will broaden your perspective of public service. Walden's M.P.A. program can be completed in less than two years, depending on individual progress and credits transferred.
M.S. in Nonprofit Management and Leadership
Nonprofit organizations employ a sizable and increasing share of the nation's workforce, with employment growth outpacing a number of major industries. Advance your career in
this important high-growth sector as you enhance your ability to create positive social change. Whatever your background, gain the management and organizational skills you need
to lead diverse and complex nonprofits. Broaden your perspective of nonprofits through international themes and concepts incorporated throughout your coursework.
Complete Walden University's program in just 18 months, depending on individual progress.
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Criminal Justice
The B.S. in Criminal Justice program is designed to help you gain the skills and knowledge to prepare for a career in law enforcement, the justice system, corrections, homeland
security, and social services. The program blends contemporary theory on the nature, extent, and cause of crime with the study of national and international criminal justice practices.
Learning is supported through coursework and a final capstone project. Plus, the program uses the latest interactive media, including lifelike, computer-generated scenarios from crime scenes.
You will apply criminal justice theories to current issues as you gain perspective in three vitally important areas:
Civic engagement, social responsibility, and global awareness
Collection and analysis of data across organizations
Teamwork and communication
Our curriculum is based on the recommendations of the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences. The program can help prepare you to become a more effective social change agent in criminal justice organizations at the local, state, federal, or international levels.