Master of Public Administration

Political studies examines the dynamics of human interaction and the ways in which individuals and groups compete to achieve their goals. The study of politics involves consideration of the interactions between the individual, the state, government, public affairs and public policy. Politics is a study of conflict among competing interests and how they achieve compromise and cooperation; it is a source of conflict in the world and also a mode of activity seeking to resolve strife and create better societies. Students of political studies gain skills that apply well to careers in teaching, law, journalism, the public sector and private industry.
Explore an interdisciplinary approach to Public Administration in this joint master's program offered with the University of Winnipeg.

The following are the minimum requirements for entry into the Master of Public Administration (MPA) program.

To be considered for admission into the Master of Public Administration program, you must have a four-year undergraduate degree.

To be competitive during the admission selection process, applicants should have a minimum Grade Point Average of 3.5 (B+).

English language proficiency

IAEP (Intensive Academic English Program) - Pass Level 5/AEPUCE (Academic English Program for University and College Entrance) with a minimum of 65% overall

IELTS (Academic module) (International English Language Testing System) - 6.5 overall

Internet-based TOEFL - Overall score of 86 (Reading, Writing, Listening, Speaking - 20)

Pearson Test of English Academic - 61 overall

Cambridge Assessment of English at the C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency level - Minimum score of 180