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Program: Performance Management and Productivity in the Public Sector Certificate

Program Description

The certificate is available for individuals who are not seeking a master’s degree in Public Administration but who wish to update and expand their skills. Students must successfully complete all units of coursework in the field in which they wish certification. However, it is mandatory for students to make formal application to the program and to meet with staff in the department office to receive advisement prior to enrolling for courses.

This program is administered through The Tseng College. It is entirely funded by student fees and is offered in the cohort format.

Program Requirements

MPA 620 Research Methods for Public Administration (3)
MPA 623A Seminar in Effective Public Sector Management (3)
MPA 623B Approaches and Methods in Program Evaluation (3)
MPA 623C Performance Reporting Measures in Government (3)
MPA 623D Human Resources and the Basics of Competencies Measurement in Government (3)
MPA 623E Performance Budgeting in the Public Sector (3)

Total Units for the Certificate: 18

Contact

Master of Public Administration
Program Director: Mylon Winn
(818) 677-5087

Staff: Rasmita Dhruv
(818) 677-2584

On-Campus, Off-Campus and Online Programs
Staff: Alice Lu
(818) 677-5635

Staff: Elliott Maude
(818) 677-4607