
Walden University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association.

Master of Public Administration
As governmental and nongovernmental institutions increasingly overlap and evolve, the demand for well-educated management professionals to excel in public service continues to grow. Walden's Master of Public Administration program prepares public/nonprofit professionals to excel in this increasingly complex, politicized and intergovernmental environment.
Walden's MPA offers you an opportunity to directly apply the academic theories and skills to activities in your own community, making the learning experience personally meaningful and contributing to the betterment of society. Walden students benefit from the time, resources and guidance needed to develop well-grounded new public policies and management practices.
Students may also specialize in the following areas:
- Health Policy
- Homeland Security Policy
- Interdisciplinary Policy Studies
- Law & Public Policy
- Local Government Management
- Nonprofit Management & Leadership
- Policy Analysis
- Public Management & Leadership
- Terrorism, Mediation & Peace