Welcome to Public Administration
Public Administration prepares students for leadership in public service through high-quality education grounded in public service values including diversity, inclusiveness and democratic governance. Our faculty bring both practical experience and strong academic credentials, and our staff is dedicated to supporting student success. See our mission, learning outcomes, accreditation information, demographics, and graduation rates for more details.
Why Choose CSUSB MPA Program?
Flexibility and Convenience
The CSUSB Master of Public Administration (MPA) program is designed to accommodate working professionals. All courses are offered online using a combination of asynchronous and synchronous formats, allowing students to balance coursework with personal responsibilities and preferred learning style. Please note that the program cannot be completed entirely in an asynchronous modality.
Internationally Accredited
The Master of Public Administration degree at CSUSB is accredited by NASPAA (The Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs and Administration), the global standard for excellence in public service education. NASPAA’s accreditation process is driven by public service values and based on comprehensive self-evaluation aligned with the NASPAA Accreditation Standards, which serve as the international quality benchmark for graduate public service programs.
CSUSB is the only MPA program in the Inland Empire to hold this distinguished accreditation.
MPA Information Sessions
| Date | Time | Zoom Link: |
| April 28, 2026 | 12:00 p.m. | https://csusb.zoom.us/j/87595196329 |
| May 12, 2026 | 12:00 p.m. | https://csusb.zoom.us/j/82719054503 |
| May 19, 2026 | 6:00 p.m. | https://csusb.zoom.us/j/89595286825 |
| June 9, 2026 | 6:00 p.m. | https://csusb.zoom.us/j/82414508599 |
| June 16, 2026 | 12:00 p.m. | https://csusb.zoom.us/j/83708417858 |
A nationally accredited, affordable program offered fully online.
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Why Choose CSUSB’s MPA program?
- Accredited by NASPAA- the global standard in public service education
- Taught by expert faculty in public policy, management, and leadership
- A strong alumni network serving in city, county, state, and nonprofit organizations
Ethically Focused
The MPA at CSUSB is committed to teaching ethical behavior, democratic values, and the practical complexities of governance preparing students to become effective public service and nonprofit professionals and community members.
