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ExCL MPA – Master of Public Administration Programs at Reinhardt University

McCamish School of Business & Professions
Master | Online

Bringing Career Enhancement to Governmental, Private and Nonprofit Organizations

The Executive Command and Leadership program leads to the award of a Master of Public Administration and provides broad based training in subjects such as economics, policy analysis, management and communications. The ExCL is being administered through the Reinhardt University Public Safety Institute and offers a career enhancement path for individuals who are employed by, or interested in working within, public safety, private, nonprofit or public service.  The program will be offered at regional sites in north and south Georgia.

This masters program provides the opportunity for qualified individuals to complete training requirements for the award of both the Management and Executive Certifications through the Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council (P.O.S.T.).  The program consists of twelve courses with 480 hours of direct instruction, supplemented by interactive online assignments. Each course requires 40 hours of direct instruction delivered through a mandatory face-to-face residency component.  The residency component cannot be waived.

 

Training credit will only be granted for ExCL MPA coursework approved by the P.O.S.T. Council and completed through Reinhardt University.   Training credit shall not be awarded for graduate courses completed at other institutions.  Individuals seeking the award of career development training credit must meet the following conditions:

  • Be in good standing with the Georgia P.O.S.T. Council or cleared by P.O.S.T. for training and employment;
  • Acceptance into the ExCL Master of Public Administration program as a degree seeking student;
  • Attend 90% or more of each course residency component as scheduled through Reinhardt University;
  • Obtain a cumulative final average of 80% or higher in each course;
  • Maintain good standing as a degree seeking student in the Master of Public Administration program.

Master of Public Administration Classes You’ll Take

  • MPA 600  Public Administration and Policy
  • MPA 605  Leadership and Organizational Behavior
  • MPA 610  Research Methods
  • MPA 611  Applied Statistics for Public Decision Making
  •  MPA 615  Special Topics in Public Administration
  • MPA 620  Budgeting and Finance
  • MPA 625  Human Services Administration
  •  MPA 630  Administrative Law
  • MPA 635  Ethics in Public Service
  • MPA 640  Criminal Justice Administration
  • MPA 645  Police Administration
  • MPA 655  Criminal Justice Policy

Careers in Public Administration

$100,000+

Average annual salary for Top Executives as reported by the Bureau of Labor Statistics

3%

Average growth rate expected for Top Executive as reported by the Bureau of Labor Statistics from 2022-2032

Master of Public Administration Program Details

Cohort Format

Students who start at the same time take classes together through graduation. This interaction and shared experience leads to a cohesive, collaborative and supportive learning environment. Students’ differing backgrounds also broaden the knowledge shared.

Course Details

  • Each eight week class will consist of a forty(40) hour, week long, classroom session coupled with a web enhanced component.
  • Small classes are taught by faculty with extensive teaching and field experience which supplements textbook knowledge with practical skills and real life lessons.

Course Outline

The Executive Command and Leadership program provides the opportunity for qualified individuals to complete training requirements for the award of Management and Executive Career Development Certification through the Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council (P.O.S.T.).  The program consists of 12 courses with 480 hours of direct instruction, which is supplemented by blended independent/interactive online assignments. Each course requires 40 hours of direct instruction delivered through a mandatory face-to-face residency component.  The residency component cannot be waived.

Training credit will only be granted for ExCL MPA coursework approved by the P.O.S.T. Council and completed through Reinhardt University.   Training credit shall not be awarded for graduate courses completed at other institutions.  Individuals seeking the award of career development training credit must meet the following conditions:

  • Be in good standing with the Georgia P.O.S.T. Council or cleared by P.O.S.T. for training and employment;
  • Acceptance into the ExCL Master of Public Administration program as a degree seeking student;
  • Attend 90% or more of each course residency component as scheduled through Reinhardt University;
  • Obtain a cumulative final average of 80% or higher in each course;
  • Maintain good standing as a degree seeking student in the Master of Public Administration program.

Tuition and Fees

Reinhardt’s affordable tuition helps you get the personal attention and real-world experiences that will give you a competitive edge in the job market.

Scholarships and Financial Aid

Nearly all students at Reinhardt University receive some sort of financial aid or scholarship. Find out what options you may be eligible for.

Faculty

Dr. Duanne  Thompson

Dr. Duanne Thompson

Assistant Professor Criminal Justice, Public Safety

School of Professional Studies

Dr. Erin  Hager Henthorne

Dr. Erin Hager Henthorne

Assistant Professor Criminal Justice, Public Safety

School of Professional Studies