Public Administration (MBA)
Master's Degree in Business Administration with an Emphasis in Public Administration (MBA)
Pittsburg State University is proud to celebrate 50 years of awarding high-quality, career-relevant MBA degrees to help graduates achieve their professional goals.
Develop advanced leadership skills in public administration.
Prepare to lead organizations and communities through effective public service, strategic decision-making, and organizational leadership. Pittsburg State University’s MBA emphasis in Public Administration combines graduate-level business knowledge with public sector leadership skills designed for professionals working in government, nonprofit organizations, public agencies, and community development.
Students gain a strong foundation in leadership, budgeting, policy analysis, organizational management, and economic development while learning how to address the evolving challenges facing public institutions and regional communities.
Choose the online Public Administration MBA program for ultimate flexibility and convenience.
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Unique Class Topics in the Public Administration Emphasis
Public Leadership and Organizational Management
Develop leadership and management strategies for public agencies and nonprofit organizations while learning to navigate organizational change, public accountability, and community engagement.
Public Policy and Community Development
Explore how public policy influences economic growth, workforce development, infrastructure, and the long-term success of local and regional communities.
Public Budgeting and Financial Decision-Making
Learn how public organizations allocate resources, manage budgets, evaluate programs, and make financially responsible decisions that support organizational goals and community priorities.
Why Earn an MBA Emphasis in Public Administration?
Public administration professionals help shape communities, improve public services, and lead organizations that make a meaningful impact. Pittsburg State University’s MBA emphasis in Public Administration prepares students for leadership opportunities in government, nonprofit, and community-focused organizations.
- Local and state government
- Economic and workforce development organizations
- Public service and municipal agencies
- Nonprofit leadership and administration
- Community and regional development
- Planning and public policy organizations
Students benefit from experienced faculty, practical coursework, and a flexible graduate program designed to support working professionals pursuing leadership roles in public service and organizational management.
Additional information
Catalog – see catalog for the College of Business