PADM 6900 - MPA Thesis

1 to 6 credits

This is one of two options available to meet the experiential learning requirement. Students develop a proposal, complete the research, and write a traditional thesis. Student must form a thesis committee consisting of a chair and two members. The chair and one member must serve as MPA faculty or adjunct. The third committee member should be drawn from the professional or academic community and have experience or knowledge related to the thesis topic. Student usually enroll for three credit hours when the thesis beings. If not completed in the initial semester, students must enroll for a minimum of one credit hour each subsequent semester until the thesis is completed. Course may be repeated up to 6 credits. Student must receive prior approval from the faculty advisor before enrolling in the course. (Fall, Spring, Summer)

Prerequisite: Admission to the program and permission on the instructor.
General Education Course: No