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Information combined with Public Administration (MI) (MPA)

Tackling emerging challenges at the intersection of technology and information in the public sector.

Program Types
Master
Entry-to-practice
Faculties
Location
Program Start
September
Program Options
Combined degree
Course-based
Thesis
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Why choose this program?

MI/MPA graduates are leaders in information-based projects within the public service.

Careers

A joint MI/MPA degree offers opportunities across various sectors, such as:

  • public policy analysis

  • international development

  • government consulting

  • nonprofit managementÌý

  • data-driven decision-making roles

Program options

The MI/MPA degree is a combined course-based master’s degree that is completed over 3 years, and delivered in-person, on campus.

Personalize your program in a variety of ways, including:Ìý

  • completing a certificate, thesis, or reading course

  • participating in work-integrated learning and professional development activities

  • volunteering with associationsÌý

  • working as a research or teaching assistant

  • taking electives in other departments, and moreÌý

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For more details about the Master of Information, visit theÌýMI Program Guide.Ìý

For more details about the Master of Public Administration, visit theÌýMPA Program Guide.

All graduate programs at pilipiliÂþ»­ are collaboratively delivered by a home Faculty and theÌýFaculty of Graduate Studies.

Admission requirements

You'll need to meet theÌýFaculty of Graduate Studies minimum requirementsÌýas well as any program-specific admission requirements before you can apply.


Program-specific requirements

To be admitted to a combined degree program, you must satisfy the entrance requirements of both degree programs and apply for each program separately. For admission requirements, please refer to the listings for both degree programs.

Financial information

Fee format:Ìý

The MI/MPA is a per-course-fee program. Tuition amounts vary year-to-year and our team is not involved with tuition decisions or processing. We recommend referring to the master’s tuition fee schedule for tuition rate estimates.

Questions about tuition/fees should be directed to Student Accounts:

Email:Ìýstudent.accounts@dal.caÌý
Phone: 902-494-3998

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Full-time program fee duration: 4 years

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