Master of Public Management
Key Program Information
Program Length
15 months (accelerated track, with transfer credits); 20 months (standard track); 24 months (extended track)
Application Deadlines
- To begin classes during the fall semester in late August, apply by June 1.
- To begin classes during the spring semester in early January, apply by November 1.
- To begin classes during the summer semester in mid-May, apply by March 1.
Cost of Attendance
Please visit the CMU Student Financial Services website.
Build Your Career, Better Your Community
With part-time, in-person evening classes and flexible pacing options, the MPM program makes it possible for you to pursue a graduate degree without stepping away from your career or family responsibilities.
This program is built for people with three or more years of professional experience who want to deepen their understanding of management, technology, and policy in the public and nonprofit sectors. The curriculum emphasizes practical tools and critical thinking that you can bring back to your workplace right away.
This program might be right for you if:
- You work in government, a nonprofit, higher education, healthcare, or another mission-driven organization.
- You prefer learning you can apply immediately, bringing new strategies and analytical tools back to your workplace
- You're committed to making a difference in Western Pennsylvania or your local community
- You want to become a more effective leader, whether you're managing people, programs, budgets, or organizational change
- You believe public service can be improved through better management, data-informed decision-making, and innovative thinking
Explore Public Management
What I learned at Heinz College has allowed me to be a more data-focused marketer, and that's really important, especially at a nonprofit. We have limited budgets, so we have to use our funds really wisely. It really helped me catapult into this next level of management.
Kristin Garbarino
MPM '22 | Director, Marketing & Communications at The Frick Pittsburgh
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Scholarships, Financial Aid & Tuition Benefits
Heinz College is committed to ensuring that tomorrow's regional leaders are able to secure the education they need to be successful. We offer many fellowships, and we encourage you to make use of employer tuition benefits. Contact our Office of Admissions for more information.
How Can a Master's Degree in Public Management Help You?
