A master's degree in public service from Marquette does more than build your career. It helps build stronger communities. You'll discover an enlightened, compassionate approach to dealing with the challenges of today's metropolitan environment and its diverse populations.

Program outcomes

  • Apply public service concepts to a community issue.
  • Identify an issue and apply ethical principles, values or theories to public service policy or practice.
  • Use cultural and communication skills to interact with people in ways that honor their human dignity.
  • Apply theory and principles to complex urban problems.
  • Apply quantitative and qualitative urban research methods to solve complex urban problems.

Unique curriculum

No other area program combines hands-on professional training in corrections, health care, dispute resolution and leadership with public service.

Flexible scheduling

Courses are held evenings and Saturdays, so they're available when you are. You can complete the entire program on a part-time or full-time basis.

Focus on stewardship and ethics

Marquette helps you make a difference. You'll participate in the Jesuit tradition of caring for the whole person and develop giving and leadership skills — which will extend from the classroom to your everyday life.

Professional relevance

You will do half your course work in the area that matches your professional interest. Choose from specializations in:

 

Eileen Vodak

Master of Arts in Public Service - Admin. Of Justice '99
U.S. Probation Officer/Training Coordinator
U.S. Probation Office, Eastern District of Wisconsin


“I selected the College of Professional Studies because I wanted a challenging graduate program which would allow me to advance professionally. I have been able to apply what I learned in the program to my profession, and I have received a few promotions as a result.”


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Marquette University College of Professional Studies
707 Building, Room 403
P.O. Box 1881
Milwaukee WI 53201-1881
Phone: (414) 288-3153 or (800) 793-6450, extension 2
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