Local Government Management Graduate Certificate

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The objectives of the certificate program are: (1) Help working professionals upgrade their knowledge of local government and theory. (2) Empower graduates of the program to succeed as effective and ethical leaders in local government administration. (3) Enhance the analytical and management capabilities of local government professionals.

Graduate Certificate

Admission Standards and Procedures

The Certificate in Local Government Management can be pursued concurrently with other graduate programs at the university. The Department of Public and Nonprofit Administration admits students for fall, spring, and summer semesters each academic year, and applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Admission standards for the Graduate Certificate in Local Government Management are:

Fulfillment of university requirements for admission to the Graduate School.

A minimum undergraduate grade point average of 3.0

Applicants must also provide the following documents to be considered for admission to the program:

Transcripts of all post-secondary institutions attended.

A personal statement that discusses career goals and educational objectives.

A current resume or CV

Contact information for at least two references who will be asked to provide letters of recommendation.

Meeting the minimum departmental standards does not entitle an applicant to admission. Meeting such standards only ensures consideration of the application.

Inquiries can be directed to mpa_admissions@memphis.edu.

Program Requirements

Successful completion of 15 hours of graduate credit. Students must maintain a GPA of 3.0. Nine of the 15 hours must be met by satisfactory completion of three core courses.

Core Local Government Management Courses, 9 hours:

PADM 6221 - Issues/Urban Admin ** Credit Hours: (3)
PADM 7602 - Public Bdgt Adm/Fin ** Credit Hours: (3)
PADM 7224 - Sem Urban Problems ** Credit Hours: (3)

Electives, 6 hours chosen from the following:

PADM 7605 - Human Resources Admin ** Credit Hours: (3)
PADM 7612 - Program/Policy Evaltn Credit Hours: (3)
PADM 7603 - Pblc/Nonprofit Contr ** Credit Hours: (3)
PLAN 7000 - Planning the American City Credit Hours: (3)
PLAN 7202 - Land Use Planning Credit Hours: (3)
POLS 6222 - Urban Politics Credit Hours: (3)
or
Other elective courses chosen in consultation with an advisor

Other Requirements

Elective courses will be selected with the student and their advisor.
In order to continue in the program, students must maintain at least a 3.0 Graduate GPA.

Graduation Requirements

To obtain the certificate a student must complete five of the above-mentioned courses (three major courses and two elective courses), with an average grade of 3.0 (B) or higher, for a total of fifteen credits.