Public Management (Executive) (online) (EMPM)
Graduate Degree Program
College: Public Policy
ABSTRACT
The Master of Public Management, Executive Track Online (EMPM Online) is a 10-course (30-credit) program that provides education for students pursuing a career in public service. The program grows students’ understanding of the financial, managerial, and ethical dimensions of leading government and public service organizations. Students learn various leadership and management approaches, in theory, and in practice, and develop analytic and critical thinking skills that allow them to better serve the public while advancing their careers. This is an accelerated degree designed for professionals with at least five years of policy or management-related experience. Stepping well beyond traditional pre-career public policy programs, the EMPM Online program empowers those already leading and managing in organizations to be effective, responsible, and impactful leaders of change.
CONTACT
School of Public Policy
Graduate Admissions
1237 Thurgood Marshall Hall
7805 Regents Drive
University of Maryland
College Park, MD 20742
Telephone: 301.405.6331
Email: policy-applications@umd.edu
Website: https://spp.umd.edu/
Courses: PLCY
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
- Statement of Purpose
- Transcript(s)
- TOEFL/IELTS/PTE (international graduate students)
PROGRAM-SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
- Letters of Recommendation (2)
- CV/Resume
- Supplementary Application
APPLICATION DEADLINES
| Type of Applicant | Fall Deadline | Spring Deadline | Summer Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domestic Applicants | |||
| US Citizens and Permanent Residents | May 15, 2026 | December 5, 2025 | N/A |
| International Applicants | |||
| F (student) or J (exchange visitor) visas; A, E, G, H, I and L visas and immigrants | March 13, 2026 | September 30, 2025 | N/A |
RESOURCES AND LINKS:
Program Website: http://www.publicpolicy.umd.edu
Application Process: www.gradschool.umd.edu/admissions