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MPA Programs Blog

  • Government Budget Analyst Career Guide

    September 10, 2025

    Discover what budget analysts do in government roles. Get career insights, job descriptions, and degree requirements for success.

  • Nonprofit Management Careers With an 51ĀŅĀ× MPA

    September 5, 2025

    51ĀŅĀ×'s MPA programs offer specialized nonprofit management training. Prepare for leadership roles in finance, program management, and organizational development. 

  • How to Become a City Manager

    August 26, 2025

    City managers play a vital role in our communities. Explore the path to becoming a city manager, including the role a Master of Public Administration can play in helping you meet your goals.

  • Top Careers in Public Administration

    August 18, 2025

    Explore diverse public administration careers from city manager to nonprofit management. Discover job duties, salaries & education requirements. 

  • Success In Action: Applying OHIOā€™s Executive MPA Skills Worldwide

    June 2, 2025

    Shannon Hamelundā€™s dedication to public service, strengthened by her Executive MPA, has fueled her mission-driven career. From emergency response to global collaboration, her education and passion empower her to make a differenceā€”one mission at a time.

  • How Real-World Experience Enhances Your MPA Education

    July 23, 2024

    Online MPA instructor Gary Allen has a background in human resources, the public sector and the U.S. military. See how Gary and other MPA faculty use their real-world experience to guide you in public administration.

  • How 51ĀŅĀ× Supports Veterans in the Executive MPA and Beyond

    July 22, 2024

    Discover the Executive MPA programā€™s support for military-affiliated students, featuring insights from Gary Allen, a third-generation U.S. military veteran, EMPA graduate, and OHIO instructor.