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The Master of Arts in History and the Master of Public Administration (MPA) programs at Florida Gulf Coast University offer advanced, career-oriented education grounded in research, leadership, and public service. The MA in History emphasizes critical research, writing, and professional development skills essential for careers in education (K–12 through state colleges), public history (museums, archives, government agencies), and preparation for doctoral study. The MPA program advances public service knowledge and practice, with a focus on state and local governance. Designed to meet the needs of both in-service and pre-service students, it strengthens leadership, management, analytical, and communication skills through high-quality teaching, scholarship, and engagement.
The degree emphasizes the research, writing, and professional development skills needed to succeed in teaching (K-12 through State College levels), public history (museum administration, archives, government offices, etc), and PhD programs in History or related fields. Read more...
FGCU’s Master of Public Administration (MPA) is a professional degree program that prepares students for administrative positions in the public and not-for-profit sectors. It is designed for students who have significant in-service experience as well as for students who have little or no prior work experience in public or not-for-profit organizations. All of the MPA courses are offered in an internet-based format, enabling many students to complete their degree online. Students can select from two degree concentrations: a Public Leadership and Management Concentration, or a Community Resilience Concentration. Read more...