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Health Care Administration - M.P.A

The Department of Health Care and Public Administration offers graduate programs leading to the professional degree of Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) in Public Administration or Health Care Administration. The M.P.A. in Health Care Administration has been formulated to serve those seeking careers as administrators in the health and not-for-profit sectors. The courses examine practical and theoretical problems in administration. The philosophy of this program is to provide a comprehensive understanding of organizational structures, administrative techniques, policy analysis and program management.

Colloquia Series are designed to focus the attention of Long Island on critical issues in health policy. Outstanding academicians and practitioners address students, alumni members of professional societies and the public at large on topics such as decision making, ethics in the health sector, contributions of the sciences to managers, and international health administration.

The Department of Health Care and Public Administration encourages a high degree of professionalism in state and local governments, and various not-for-profit organizations, along with a continuing commitment to public service through its undergraduate and graduate curriculum. The programs incorporate the most advanced thinking along a broad spectrum of issues concerning health care administration, public administration, and social work. Our programs prepare students for leadership in executive and managerial positions and health care related agencies.

The department encourages students to participate in honor societies and professional associations. The department is a member of the National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration (NASPAA). NASPAA has recognized the department as meeting its standards for accreditation. In addition, Pi Alpha Alpha, the National Honor Society in Public Administration, and Sigma Phi Omega, National Academic Honor and Professional Society in Gerontology have been established and membership is open to qualified health and public administration faculty, students and alumni.

The Department of Health Care and Public Administration provides professional academic advisement to assist all students in academic planning in the various programs of the department. The advisors are available, by appointment, at the Brentwood Campus or the C.W. Post campus and may be contacted at (516) 299-2770.

The faculty includes distinguished educators and outstanding adjunct practitioner faculty, in addition to full-time professional academic counselors. All of the academic programs are accredited while the Public Administration Program has also earned the distinction of being the only program on Long Island to be accredited by the National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration (NASPAA). For further information, call the Department of Health Care and Public Administration at (516) 299-2770.

M.P.A. Requirements

Admission Requirements
Candidates for admission to the M.P.A. programs must satisfy the general admission requirements for graduate study at Long Island University. Applicants must have a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution and an acceptable record in undergraduate and other studies as reflected in official transcripts of all colleges and universities attended.

Full Matriculation Requirements
Full Matriculation indicates that the student meets all requirements for admission to the degree program. These include:

1. official transcript reflecting award of baccalaureate degree with a GPA of 3.00 or above or the successful completion of another master's degree
2. two letters of recommendation

Limited Matriculation Requirements
Limited Matriculation indicates that the student does not meet some requirement(s) for Full Matriculation. When any of the supporting documents specified are missing, an applicant may be granted conditional acceptance. Such students will be required to furnish the missing supporting information within the first semester of enrollment. After this information is submitted, the conditional status will be resolved. Failure to meet this requirement will prevent a student from enrolling in additional course work and being considered for matriculation until the missing documents are furnished.

A student whose undergraduate cumulative grade point average is between 2.50 and 2.99 may be granted limited matriculation. To be reclassified as Full Matriculant, the student must furnish all necessary documentation, complete 12 credits with a grade point average of 3.00 or above, and demonstrate oral and written English communication skills.

A student with an undergraduate cumulative grade point average below 2.50, with strong letters of recommendation and a personal statement on the application will be reviewed provided:

1. he or she takes the Aptitude portion of the Graduate Record Exam and scores a minimum of 1000 or
2. takes the Graduate Management Admissions Test and scores a minimum of 480

Health Care Administration - M.P.A. Degree Requirements
A candidate admitted to the program leading to the Master of Public Administration degree must complete 48 credits of study. A cumulative grade point average of 3.00 or above is necessary for graduation.

Foundation courses will normally not be waived. When students exhibit exceptional preparation in a given area, a waiver of a specific course requirement may be considered. A request for waiver must be made in writing to the chairperson and must be accompanied by supporting documentation. Permission will be granted only in writing. Students receiving a waiver will be required to substitute additional three credits in their concentration.

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