Leadership in Public Management
The leadership in public management certificate teaches you how to transform your organizations though innovative leadership techniques
Make Positive Changes
Serving the public also means leading people in public and nonprofit organizations. However, few of us are trained to be more effective leaders or managers. This certificate program teaches you how to transform your organizations though innovative leadership techniques.
The face-to-face program meets weekly in the late afternoon or evenings to meet your busy schedule. You learn in a supportive environment that will prepare you for the challenges of the twenty-first century.
Degrees & Offerings
Leadership in Public Management
CertificateThis 12-credit, four graduate-course certificate can be completed over two years when taking one class per semester and can be completely embedded into the Master's Program in Public Administration.
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Departments & Facilities
Political Science
Whether you are interested in a career in government and politics, law, the criminal justice system, international relations or a related field, the real-world experiences and connections you find in the Department of Political Science will help you get there.
Faculty & Staff
Eric Jepsen
Sandi Allred
Jenna Borseth
Richard Braunstein
April Carrillo
Ilmira Dulyanova
Matthew Fairholm
Ed Gerrish
Julia Hellwege
Joshua Houy
Sandy Mckeown
Thomas Mrozla
Annie Pierce
Alexander Roberts
Timothy Schorn
Network with Peers in the Region and Across the Nation
Surprisingly Affordable
Whether you’ve recently completed your undergraduate degree, or you want to kick your career up a notch, graduate school is the next logical step. The good news is there is funding for both online and on-campus students to get you through your program.Graduate Tuition & Costs
Learn more about tuition and fees for undergraduate students and see how your out-of-pocket costs at USD compare to those at other colleges and universities. Visit the Graduate Tuition & Costs Detailed page for program specific costs and fees.
Financial Aid
Navigating options for how to pay for college can be challenging, but you are not alone. The Office of Financial Aid will work with you and your family to explore how you can make your college education even more affordable.
Graduate Assistantships
USD offers opportunities for grad students to earn a reduced tuition rate in exchange for their teaching, research and service efforts to the university.
