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Master of Public Administration and Leadership (Online) at The Ohio State University

The Ohio State University, United States

Programme overview

The fully online MPAL from the John Glenn College of Public Affairs equips students to address management challenges and prepares them for leadership roles at local, state and national levels, serving mid-career professionals.

Faculty: John Glenn College of Public Affairs  |  Department: Public Policy and Management  |  Duration: Can be completed in two years while working full-time  |  Study mode: online  |  Location: Columbus, OH, United States

What you will study

The hands-on curriculum focuses on management and leadership skills for government and not-for-profit careers; students receive support from a dedicated program manager.

Career pathways

Senior roles in federal agencies, state government agency head, city manager and non-profit advocacy.

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Application information

Entry requirements

University-wide: minimum English scores are TOEFL iBT 79, IELTS Academic 6.5 or Duolingo English Test 120; many programmes require higher scores. An American four-year bachelor's degree or equivalent (16 years of total study) is required, and transcripts for all post-secondary coursework must be provided. Residents outside the U.S. cannot participate in online programmes.

Requirements published at program group level.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Duration: Can be completed in two years while working full-time

Apply through the official page: https://gpadmissions.osu.edu/

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