UNC MPA General Information Session

This event is open to anyone exploring the MPA degree – either online or on-campus format.

The MPA is a broad-based leadership degree for people who want to impact change across the public realm.  Join us as we discuss the MPA program, career paths, outcomes, and how our curriculum supports a jump start or advancement to your career.

Topics of discussion include:

  • What is the MPA, and who is it for?
  • MPA vs. other degrees like MBA and MPP
  • Career paths/outcomes
  • Curriculum
  • What makes UNC MPA different
  • Online or on-campus?
  • Application process/financial aid

Special Guests include:

Jennifer Cohen Golynsky – Director of Human Resources, SERC Reliability Corp., UNC MPA Alumna

Brent Thompson – Attorney, Hartman King PC, UNC MPA Alum

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