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Congrats Graduate! Now What?
You have just earned your graduate degree in public administration or public policy. Now what? Regardless if you are new to the workforce, a midcareer professional or a retiree making…
The Power of Your MPA
Whether you are a midcareer professional or interested in finding a new career, do not forget to use the power of your MPA degree. Obtaining your MPA means that you…
Preparing New Public Servants for a MultiSector Career
Experienced professionals entering MPA/MPP programs begin their education well aware of the skills needed for advancement. In contrast, recent grads without such experience may not be as adept. In a…
What’s Missing From the MPA Curriculum?
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization. By Evelyn Trammell July 31, 2015 Public sector environments are dynamic…
Blending Public Administration Education With Accounting
Governments need accountants and fill that need by hiring graduates with degrees awarded by business programs. Students interested in government careers typically choose to study in the social sciences rather…
Happy Birthday Medicare and Medicaid
This week marks the 50th birthday of Medicare and Medicaid—the two principal health care programs in the United States. Some people view these programs as the main reason why government…
Making the Case for Millennials in the Public Sector
As a recent graduate with a master's in political science and a graduate certificate in nonprofit management, finding a job has not been easy. While overall unemployment has declined, the…
Tips For Entry Level Public Servants
Public sector organizations are under pressure like never before. Many agencies are overwhelmed and are not fully meeting their objectives. Part of your challenge is to figure out which skills…
Tapping Into the Employment Potential of the Public Services Sector
The number of state and local government jobs is predicted to increase by 1.4 million over the next 10 years. MPA graduates possess unique skills that are utilized at all…
I Got the Job! Interview Tips for Graduate Students
You have spent the last six or more years improving your professional knowledge, skills and abilities toward the goal of getting that “ideal” job. You are next in line to…
An MPA/MPP Still Matters in the Workplace
Public, private and nonprofit leaders recognize that certain skills are needed to address the pressing issues of the day. Complex and large scale challenges requires critical thinkers, problem-solvers, managers and…