“My MPM degree from CMU’s Heinz College helped to prepare and position me well for leadership roles in both the public and private sectors.”

-Evan Frazier (MPM '96), Senior Vice President, Community Affairs for Highmark, Inc.

The Heinz College Impact: Weiting Zhang (MPM '10) recently won the Jefferson Award for her outstanding volunteerism supporting the Living Ministry, a non-profit organization that provides outreach to the homeless in Pittsburgh.

Alumni Update: Angela Costa (MPM '97) was recently named nursing division director at Allegheny General Hospital. Costa has been with Allegheny General Hospital in the North Side for 27 years. Read More >>

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The Master of Public Management (MPM) program at Carnegie Mellon University's Heinz College is the perfect solution for individuals who want to advance their careers or start new careers in management, health care or education. The full-time track can be completed in as few as 12 months, while our flexible part-time track is perfect for individuals who wish to maintain a full-time work schedule. Our curriculum emphasizes analytic and quantitative tools, as well as communication and management skills. While the GRE and GMAT are not required for admission, applicants must show substantial work experience (minimum of 5 years).

Features and Benefits:

• Part-time track offers flexible scheduling with many evening class options allows you to complete the degree at your own pace.
• Job skills gained in the classroom are put to immediate use at work.
• Courses are taught by professionals in your field and world-class researchers.
• Advanced coursework is available in education, health care and management concentrations.
• Candidates may begin the part-time track in May, August, or January.
• MPM students come from diverse professional backgrounds, creating a unique learning environment.