Public Management, Graduate Certificate

The Public Management graduate certificate program provides the basic concepts, skills, and values for pursuing a career in local public management.

Program Highlights

  • The program is designed to meet the basic standards of professional competency specified by the International City/County Management Association (IC).

  • The program is appropriate for students who wish to develop a local government management focus within a graduate degree program, or for students who have already earned their degree and wish to prepare for a career shift. 

Application Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited university 
  • A one page personal statement outlining your career interests and goals.
  • Resume or C.V.

Application Deadlines

  U.S. Based Applicants International Applicants
Fall Start Rolling N/A
Spring Start Rolling N/A
Summer Start Rolling N/A

 Time to Completion: 2 years


Graduate Coordinator Contact

Dr. Miriam Porter
miriam.porter@mnsu.edu
507-389-5032

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