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IMPACT POWERED BY LEADERSHIP


Accelerate Your Career at the #1 School for Analytics

ANALYTICS BY NIGHT, IMPACT BY DAY


Master of Public Management (MPM)

Heinz College's Master of Public Management program offers critical skills in analytics, technology, and leadership, helping you make an impactwithout putting your career on hold.

A data-driven program for working professionals, our master's degree in public management curriculum blends traditional management skills with analytics to forge leaders of the future. Its flexible, part-time delivery works with your schedule, allowing you to balance work and family with your classes. The MPM degree prepares to advance your career in nonprofit administration, layer analytics skills atop your public affairs background, or bring evidence-based decision making to public health. No matter the field, our tried-and-true curriculum offers you the tools to make an impact. 

This program is designed for those with five or more years of work experience, and most employer tuition benefits are accepted. Your new skill set will advance your career: 50% of MPM students received a promotion during their time in the program, and 86% of MPM students earned a higher salary (a 48% increase, on average) during the program. Invest in yourself, so you can lead others.

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key program information

  • Program length: Varies; two and a half years is typical
  • Application deadline: July 1, 2025 (August enrollment); November 1, 2025 (January 2026 enrollment)
  • Degree earned: Master of Science
Douglas Owens, who graduated the Master of Public Management program in 1995, is a former supervisory program manager for the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). He retired in 2023 after more than 30 years with the federal government.

Impact


How are our students and alumni using their public management degrees?

My Story: Kristen


Kristen Garbarino's experience at Heinz College helped her become a data-focused marketer, which is crucial for a nonprofit that must manage its funds wisely.

My Story: Samantha


Samantha Suraz doubled her salary upon completing the MPM program. She loved the program's versatility and flexibility, and still uses skills learned in her coursework today.

#1 Ranked

Heinz College Is The #1 Analytics Education Program And Has Been #1 In Information And Technology Management Since 2001

Rankings

Elite Skills on a Flexible Schedule

MPM Features Evening Classes so You Can Stay on the Job While You Gain Coveted Analytical and Management Skills

Is MPM Right For Me?

what can you do with a master's degree in public management?

Stacey Vaccaro

Stacey: Leadership in Health


Stacey Vaccaro is the President and CEO of Familylinks, Inc., a non-profit in Pittsburgh providing community health resources and services.

Melanie: Leadership in Non-Profit


Melanie Brown is Interim Deputy Director, Public Engagement and Insights, North America for the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.

Melanie Brown

What's Next?

Get all the details about applying to our Master of Public Management program, including:

  • Application deadlines
  • Scheduling a visit
  • Attending an online info session
  • Connecting with a current student

Ready to apply? Check out our graduate application checklist now!