Located in Kingston, Ontario, Queen's University is one of Canada's oldest universities. The Queen's MPA program focuses on public policy, and the broad social, economic and political issues that shape public organizations. The one-year full-time program features extensive study in economics, political theory, qualitative and quantitative research and critical theory. The school has a reputation for preparing students for careers in health policy, defense management and global governance. Students enjoy site briefings with senior policy analysts in Ottawa, Toronto and Washington, DC.
School of Policy Studies
Queen's University
138 Union St., Room 217
Kingston, ON K7L 3N6
613-533-3020
queensu.ca/sps
Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia, is home to the country's oldest school of public administration. Dalhousie focuses on offering regional, national and international excellence in public administration, with an emphasis on teaching, research and community outreach in public policy. The school accepts about 200 students each year, with half of those opting for an Internet-based distance learning program. This online program enables many federal public servants in Ottawa to participate, creating a unique mix of younger students and seasoned civil servants. This relationship with the Canadian government has created an interesting dynamic, with senior public employees becoming visiting fellows and guest speakers. It has also led to many appointments of faculty members to federal studies and organizations, creating a healthy mix of views and opinions.
School of Public Administration
Dalhousie University
Halifax, NS B3H 3J5
902-494-3742
spa.management.dal.ca
Located on Vancouver Island in British Columbia, the University of Victoria features an on-campus MPA program along with an online version of the curriculum. The school emphasizes governance, management, research, economics and law, forming a solid foundation for students seeking careers in public service, or with a not-for-profit organization. University of Victoria MPA students benefit from a paid cooperative placement that allows them to gain practical experience with government offices and charities while earning funds for their education. Graduates leave the program with the knowledge necessary to become a public service manager, analyst or consultant.
School of Public Administration
University of Victoria
P.O. Box 1700 STN CSC
Victoria, BC V8W 2Y2
250-721-8055
publicadmin.uvic.ca