Executive Master of Public Administration
executive master of public administration
Deliver social impact at the highest level.
"I left NYU Wagner with a fantastic network of peers. I explored my own leadership, I learned how to read financial statements, I consulted for a nonprofit. I became literate in leadership and theory, while enjoying new classes like multi-sector partnerships."
- Primo Lasana (EMPA 2021)
Executive Director, Reading Partners NYC
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program highlights
- Length: Full-time students can complete the program in as little as one year and part-time students typically finish in two or more years
- Faculty: Premier scholars in a variety of disciplines—public service, urban planning, public administration, and more
- Career Development: The Office of Career Services provides everything you need to fine-tune your career vision, strategically plan your time at school, and build a public service career
Curriculum Highlights
All EMPA students have the option to study in one of the following program options:
- Public Service Leaders
- International Public Service Leaders
Alumni in Action
- 98% of our 2021 graduating class was employed within ten months of graduating
- On average, students increased their salary by 36% after graduation
- Graduates work at organizations including Bloomberg Philanthropies, NYC Health + Hospitals, Reading Partners NYC, and more
#1 in Urban Policy
#4 in Health Policy & Management
#7 in Public Finance & Budgeting
#7 in Social Policy
#8 in Nonprofit Management
#9 in International/Global Policy Administration
#10 Overall
#12 in Public Policy Analysis
#15 in Public Management and Leadership
#18 in Local Government Management
U.S. News & World Report rankings
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