What kind of jobs can I obtain with a Masters in Public Administration with no experience yet. Just Graduated!?
I really don't know where to begin.
Higher Education (University +) - 4 Answers
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JUST BEGIN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Probably something in local government.
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Probably something in the private sector, government maybe?
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careers.scienceontheweb.net - I found such internship info here. It has lots of internships, job openings and scolarships for college students.
Friday, July 22, 2011
Friday, July 15, 2011
Does anybody know anything about a Master's in Public Administration
Does anybody know anything about a Master's in Public Administration?
I'm looking at either a MBA or an MPA. While a MBA is generally well received, there are a lot of people with MBAs. I'm considering an MPA, but I'd like to be able to move back and forth between the public and private sector. Will an MPA limit me?
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An MPA is not given as much weight generally then an MBA will. If you are therefore choosing between the two - I would say the MBA will make things easier for you. Good Luck!!!
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if you are in the government service, MPA fits right for you, but being in the government is like accepting the fact that the salary is lower than that offered in the private sector... however, if you want flexibilities between a public and a private one, then i suggest that you go for MBA
I'm looking at either a MBA or an MPA. While a MBA is generally well received, there are a lot of people with MBAs. I'm considering an MPA, but I'd like to be able to move back and forth between the public and private sector. Will an MPA limit me?
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An MPA is not given as much weight generally then an MBA will. If you are therefore choosing between the two - I would say the MBA will make things easier for you. Good Luck!!!
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if you are in the government service, MPA fits right for you, but being in the government is like accepting the fact that the salary is lower than that offered in the private sector... however, if you want flexibilities between a public and a private one, then i suggest that you go for MBA
Friday, July 8, 2011
What are some careers I could do if I were to get a masters in public administration
What are some careers I could do if I were to get a masters in public administration...?
where I could have as much of a positive impact as I could as a teacher?
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Government: Federal, State and Local. Also, plenty of NGOs hire MPAs. If you're looking to have the greatest impact, though, the best bet is in local government. The problems of local government are dynamic, and no two days are the same. If you start out small as the manager of a township or small town and work your way up, you can have a measurable impact that actually touches people's lives
where I could have as much of a positive impact as I could as a teacher?
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Government: Federal, State and Local. Also, plenty of NGOs hire MPAs. If you're looking to have the greatest impact, though, the best bet is in local government. The problems of local government are dynamic, and no two days are the same. If you start out small as the manager of a township or small town and work your way up, you can have a measurable impact that actually touches people's lives
Friday, July 1, 2011
I am going for my MPA (Masters of Public Administration) this spring any advice before I begin
I am going for my MPA (Masters of Public Administration) this spring any advice before I begin?
I know...a general question, but are there any recent graduates who can give real life experience of what to expect, what job prospects looked like for them or anything they think would be useful/important to a prospective student? Thanks for your input in advance!
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I got out back in '03, which was a VERY bad economy... much like this one! You read my answers, so you know that I made the mistake of not interning, which meant that I had to blow two more years of my life barely making any money in order to get into a career. After I graduated, I interned with a town manager's office. Nobody will hire someone with a degree and no experience. In job interviews, government people want to know what your track record is. They want to know how you will handle tough situations. They want someone who's established in government to vouch for you and verify that you are trustworthy and effective. Interning is how you accomplish that. From the internship, I got a few side jobs, and I was the recording secretary for the housing authority. Within 8 months, I was the CEO. That's a long story, but it definitely started my career in earnest. Involvement with local boards and commissions is extremely valuable in this field and lets people know you're seriosu about government and that you can work with and, in fact, BE a decision-maker. Job prospects may be grim right now. States are facing gigantic deficits, and towns rely greatly on state aid. Non-profits, in turn, rely heavily on towns (as well as state and fed subsidies). So there are a lot of hiring freezes in government. Job prospects will be slim, as they are in business. Now is a good time to intern, because some towns may be short on help and need a set of hands who can help carry some of the load for cheap. Economies tend not to stay down for long, and the contacts you make will help you rise up in competing for more serious jobs. But it's not a field where you can get rich quick... or get rich ever, for that matter. You may not expect to break $50k until you're in your late 20s, depending on how close you are to the top of the pile. If you're a top performer, your school may recommend you for a presidential internship (and what better time than now!) but otherwise, look locally and send letters and resumes to representatives to see fi they need a hand. Good luck!
I know...a general question, but are there any recent graduates who can give real life experience of what to expect, what job prospects looked like for them or anything they think would be useful/important to a prospective student? Thanks for your input in advance!
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I got out back in '03, which was a VERY bad economy... much like this one! You read my answers, so you know that I made the mistake of not interning, which meant that I had to blow two more years of my life barely making any money in order to get into a career. After I graduated, I interned with a town manager's office. Nobody will hire someone with a degree and no experience. In job interviews, government people want to know what your track record is. They want to know how you will handle tough situations. They want someone who's established in government to vouch for you and verify that you are trustworthy and effective. Interning is how you accomplish that. From the internship, I got a few side jobs, and I was the recording secretary for the housing authority. Within 8 months, I was the CEO. That's a long story, but it definitely started my career in earnest. Involvement with local boards and commissions is extremely valuable in this field and lets people know you're seriosu about government and that you can work with and, in fact, BE a decision-maker. Job prospects may be grim right now. States are facing gigantic deficits, and towns rely greatly on state aid. Non-profits, in turn, rely heavily on towns (as well as state and fed subsidies). So there are a lot of hiring freezes in government. Job prospects will be slim, as they are in business. Now is a good time to intern, because some towns may be short on help and need a set of hands who can help carry some of the load for cheap. Economies tend not to stay down for long, and the contacts you make will help you rise up in competing for more serious jobs. But it's not a field where you can get rich quick... or get rich ever, for that matter. You may not expect to break $50k until you're in your late 20s, depending on how close you are to the top of the pile. If you're a top performer, your school may recommend you for a presidential internship (and what better time than now!) but otherwise, look locally and send letters and resumes to representatives to see fi they need a hand. Good luck!
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