Master of Public Administration - Health Policy in Washington, D.C. United States | George Washington University

The Master of Public Administration (MPA) serves as the premier professional qualification for careers in public administration, management, and service. While primarily tailored for public service professionals, it also benefits those in other sectors. MPA graduates find employment across government agencies, national organizations, advocacy groups, research institutions, and private companies. This program examines management and policy challenges through both intergovernmental and cross-sectoral lenses, emphasizing analytical skills development, intellectual growth, and ethical awareness fundamental to public administration. The health policy specialization addresses diverse healthcare topics such as health assessment, service financing, insurance systems, long-term care, women's health, and international health issues. This concentration is jointly administered with the Milken Institute School of Public Health's Health Policy Department. Students may, with advisor approval, incorporate additional relevant coursework from related disciplines.