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Bloomington Campus Graduate Degree ProgramsMaster of Public Affairs (M.P.A.) Master of Public Affairs (M.P.A.)General Information General InformationThe Master of Public Affairs program is an interdisciplinary, professional program that prepares students for positions in local, state, or federal government, quasi-governmental service, or the nonprofit (including philanthropic) arena. It broadens students' comprehension of the economic, environmental, political, and social context in which the public servant works. The course of study requires completion of (1) the M.P.A. core, (2) the concentration requirement, (3) the experiential requirement, and (4) sufficient electives and/or prior professional experience credit to total 48 credit hours. The curriculum of this program as contained in the core requirements encompasses preparation in a broad range of skills relevant to the operation of public agencies. It is based on the academic disciplines but not limited to any one. It is also problem-oriented, bringing the disciplines to bear on critical social, environmental, economic, and administrative issues. Although the environment of public service is diverse and changing, effectiveness in that environment requires the development of special skills attained through detailed study in a chosen field of concentration. The fields of concentration span the variety of professional specialties found in public service. Thus, the program provides expertise in the core requirement and in a specific concentration area, as well as a general working knowledge of public affairs. The M.P.A. program is fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration (NASPAA). Return to Master of Public Affairs (M.P.A.) Degree Requirements(48 credit hours) The experiential requirement ensures that each graduate of the M.P.A. program has gained insight into the world of public service by way of an experience outside the classroom. This experience may or may not involve the accumulation of credit hours toward the degree. The remaining credit hours necessary for graduation, if any, are general electives that can be used to add breadth to a student's program; to further explore a field of concentration; or to enhance skills in foreign languages, quantitative tools, or administrative techniques. Return to Master of Public Affairs (M.P.A.) Core Requirements(18 credit hours) Required Courses Extremely well-prepared applicants may petition the program director to waive one or more of the core requirements on the basis of advanced course work done elsewhere. Students may be exempted on the basis of satisfactory equivalent course work or by examination. Credit hours waived from the core add to the electives a student may use. Students requesting course waivers should contact the appropriate graduate program director for requirements and guidelines. Return to Master of Public Affairs (M.P.A.) Concentration Requirements(12-24 credit hours) Concentrations give students educational experiences in a substantive area of interest. The course of study in each concentration area is determined in conjunction with an advisor. Up to 3 credit hours of the concentration may be taken in SPEA-V 585 Practicum in Public Affairs, if approved in advance by an advisor. Concentration requirements may be waived on the same basis as core requirements. Consult with an advisor about course prerequisites. Return to Master of Public Affairs (M.P.A.) Experiential RequirementsEach M.P.A. student must obtain professionally relevant experience through one of the following options: an approved internship (0-6 credit hours); SPEA-V 590 Research in Public Affairs; SPEA-V 601 Workshop in Public Affairs; or the award of prior professional experience credit. Return to Master of Public Affairs (M.P.A.) Prior Professional Experience CreditThe M.P.A. Program Director of the School of Public and Environmental Affairs may grant up to 12 credit hours toward the M.P.A. degree for students who have had significant policy-level work experience in their backgrounds. Credit will be granted for work experience gained until initial matriculation in the program according to the following guidelines.
Students are eligible to apply for prior professional experience credit up to the completion of 24 credit hours, which usually occurs before the close of their second semester of M.P.A. graduate study. Applicants may appeal the initial professional credit decision by submitting a request, in writing, for reconsideration and providing additional information to the appropriate program or campus director. Determination of professional credit is made separately from decisions about transfer of credit. Under no circumstances will the prior professional experience credit and transfer credit total more than 21 credit hours of the 48 required for the M.P.A. degree. Students receiving prior professional experience credit should carefully plan the balance of their program with a faculty advisor. Return to Master of Public Affairs (M.P.A.) General Elective CoursesGraduate courses, or undergraduate courses approved for graduate credit, may be used to complete the overall degree requirement of 48 credit hours. Return to Master of Public Affairs (M.P.A.) Fields of ConcentrationConcentrations give students focused educational experiences in substantive areas of interest. Concentrations offered on the Bloomington campus are:
Students also may design specialized concentrations. Return to Master of Public Affairs (M.P.A.) Comparative and International Affairs Concentration(18 credit hours) The Comparative and International Affairs Concentration has two major functions:
SPEA-V 575 Comparative Public Management and Administration (3 cr.) SPEA-V 578 Introduction to Comparative and International Affairs (3 cr.) SPEA-V 669 Economic Development, Globalization, and Entrepreneurship (3 cr.) Electives (9 credit hours) In consultation with your academic adviser, select two courses. A partial list includes: In consultation with your academic advisor, select any 3 credit hour (or higher credit) course in area studies and/or language studies. In special circumstances, students are eligible to take up to 6 credit hours of area studies and/or language studies. Or In consultation with your academic advisor, select one course from electives list above and one Overseas Experience option below: Overseas Experience Option 1: Overseas Study Experience—includes 4 credit hours of SPEA-V 580 and/or up to 6 credit hours of area studies and/or language studies. Overseas Study Experiences include individualized experiences that students develop independently or any of the numerous overseas programs currently administered by Indiana University area studies programs and the Office of International Programs in cooperation with SPEA, including programs in Africa, Asia, Europe, the former Soviet Union, and Latin America. Contact the SPEA Graduate Programs Office for more information. Option 2: Graduate Seminar Europe (4 cr.) Students are selected competitively. Contact the Graduate Programs Office for additional information. Option 3: Individualized Internship—up to 6 credits of SPEA-V 590 in consultation with your academic advisor and the Career Services Office. With consent of the student's academic advisor, Individualized Internships include internships performed in academic or governmental or professional organizations overseas. Relevant internships completed at U.S.-based organizations may also qualify, for example, internships in U.S. offices of international organizations or in international affairs offices of state or federal government agencies. Special arrangements for fulfillment of course requirements will be made for foreign language and area studies (FLAS) fellowship students, in consultation with the student's academic advisor and the Graduate Programs Office. Return to Fields of Concentration Economic Development Concentration(18 credit hours) The economic development concentration prepares students for positions in economic development at the city, county, and state levels. Required Courses (9 credit hours) Electives (9 credit hours) Or other relevant SPEA courses with the approval of an economic development concentration advisor. At least one elective must be chosen from the above list. A student may choose up to two electives outside of SPEA with the approval of an advisor. Return to Fields of Concentration Environmental Policy and Natural Resource Management Concentration(21 credit hours) The environmental policy and natural resource management concentration integrates public policy and environmental science perspectives covering a range of topics including the economic analysis of natural resource utilization and allocation. Required Courses (12 credit hours) Electives (9 credit hours) In consultation with their advisors, students select two courses from one of the following groups or an equivalent course cluster: Environmental Management Resource Management Return to Fields of Concentration Information Systems Concentration(18 credit hours) The information systems (IS) concentration prepares students for entry-level and mid-career positions—such as systems analysts, consultants, Webmasters, and database managers—in the exciting, evolving, and rapidly growing fields of computing and communication technologies as they apply to public organizations. The IS concentration builds on a solid core of three courses and provides the flexibility to add three more electives from a wide range of course offerings. Students are encouraged to combine the IS concentration with other concentrations to strengthen their technical skills in a variety of applied areas. Required Courses (9 credit hours) Select one of the following: Electives (9 credit hours) Group A: Geographic Information Systems Group B: Decision Support and Analysis Group C: Design and Management of Information Systems Group D: Networking and Telecommunications Group E: Additional Options Return to Fields of Concentration Local Government Management Concentration(24 credit hours) The local government management concentration prepares students for entry-level and mid-career management and policy positions in local government. Course work includes an urban management core required of all students and a selection of advanced electives. Students should consult with a faculty concentration advisor to choose the advanced electives best suited to their interests. Students also participate in a Seminar in Urban Management in conjunction with the International City/County Management Association's annual conference. Required Courses (15 credit hours) Advanced Electives (6 credit hours) Students must select two additional courses in consultation with their concentration advisors from one of the approved subject areas listed below:
Students are required to enroll in SPEA-V 550 Topics in Public Affairs—Professional Development Seminar (3 cr.) during their second year of study. This course is held in conjunction with attendance at the International City/County Management Association's annual conference. Return to Fields of Concentration Nonprofit Management Concentration(15 credit hours) The nonprofit management concentration prepares persons for leadership positions in not-for-profit organizations. The core requirements for the M.P.A. degree provide a strong management and policy base. The concentration offers students the opportunity to develop this base through not-for-profit applications. Most courses in the concentration address the unique features and practices of not-for-profit organizations or the policies affecting them. Supplementary courses available in the concentration offer management techniques helpful to nonprofit leaders. Required Courses (6 credit hours) Electives (9 credit hours) Or one course in a nonprofit area may count toward the three electives. Examples include: Or one course with a management skills focus may count toward the three electives. Examples include: Return to Fields of Concentration Policy Analysis Concentration(18 credit hours) The policy analysis concentration emphasizes substantive applications of management science/operations research, statistical analysis, cost-benefit analysis, program evaluation, and related techniques and approaches to public policy issues and decisions. Policy Analysis Skills (9 credit hours) Take a minimum of two of the following three courses: Note: Should the student decide to take V 539, V 541, and V 562, the third course can be counted as one of the three public courses required below. Policy Field (9 credit hours) Return to Fields of Concentration Public Financial Administration Concentration(18 credit hours) Courses in this concentration develop technical skills necessary for budget analysis, preparation, and operation; analysis and application of tax policy; and public financial planning. Required Courses (9 credit hours) One of the following courses: Electives (6 credit hours) Return to Fields of Concentration Public Management Concentration(15 credit hours) The public management concentration covers the skills and tools appropriate for entry-level or mid-career management positions in a variety of public and nonprofit settings. Course work is distributed between a management core and advanced electives. Selection of courses must be made in consultation with a concentration advisor. Required Courses (9 credit hours) Electives (6 credit hours) Return to Fields of Concentration Specialized Concentration(18 credit hours) In consultation with advisors, students may design curricula that anticipate their career and educational goals and reflect their background and training. Specialized concentrations must be approved by two faculty advisors to ensure high standards of rigor, depth, and breadth. Specialized concentrations must be declared within the first 24 credit hours of a student's program. Return to Fields of Concentration Accelerated Master of Public AffairsThis program allows the School of Public and Environmental Affairs' top undergraduates to complete both their undergraduate and graduate degrees in five years. To be considered for this program a student must have earned a minimum GPA of 3.5, completed 96 undergraduate credit hours, and satisfied all general-education and School of Public and Environmental Affairs undergraduate core requirements. Because of the specialized nature of this program, potential applicants should contact the Bloomington undergraduate and graduate program directors for details. Return to Fields of Concentration
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Master of Public Affairs Joint Degree ProgramsMaster of Public Affairs–Master of Science in Environmental Science Master of Public Affairs–Master of Science in Environmental Science (M.P.A.–M.S.E.S.)This combined master's program is a 60-credit-hour program that gives the student more depth and breadth than is possible in a single degree. M.P.A. and M.S.E.S. degrees are awarded concurrently after the student has completed the requirements for both degrees. Application and Admission Return to Master of Public Affairs Joint Degree Programs Application and AdmissionThe student must apply to and be accepted by both the Master of Public Affairs program and the Master of Science in Environmental Science program. The normal criteria for admission to each program apply. Return to Master of Public Affairs–Master of Science in Environmental Science Program Requirements(60 credit hours) The combined M.P.A.–M.S.E.S. program requires a minimum of 60 credit hours distributed among four components: environmental science core, public affairs core, environmental science and policy concentration, and professional experience. Return to Master of Public Affairs–Master of Science in Environmental Science Public Affairs CoreRequired Courses (15 credit hours) (With consent of the advisor, may substitute SPEA-E 538 Statistics for Environmental Science. Credit not given for both SPEA-E 538 and SPEA-V 506. Course should be taken in the first semester.)SPEA-V 517 Public Management Economics (3 cr.) SPEA-V 540 Law and Public Affairs (3 cr.) SPEA-V 560 Public Finance and Budgeting (3 cr.) Return to Master of Public Affairs–Master of Science in Environmental Science Environmental Science CoreRequired Courses (12 credit hours) Return to Master of Public Affairs–Master of Science in Environmental Science (M.P.A.–M.S.E.S.) CapstoneRequired Course (3 credit hours) Choose one of the listed capstone options from either the M.P.A. or M.S.E.S. Students must fulfill the professional presentation requirement. Return to Master of Public Affairs–Master of Science in Environmental Science Program OptionsAll M.P.A.–M.S.E.S. joint degree students must complete the above core requirements. Beyond these core requirements, however, joint students can pursue one of four concentration options. 1. Environmental Management Concentration Return to Master of Public Affairs–Master of Science in Environmental Science 1. Environmental Management Concentration(24 credit hours) Required Courses (24 credit hours) Four of the following courses: Four of the following: 2. Environmental Systems Analysis and Modeling Concentration(27 credit hours) Required (27 credit hours) The following three courses: Four of the following courses: Two of the following courses: 3. Specialized Concentration(21 credit hours) Select four M.S.E.S. courses from one of the listed M.S.E.S. concentrations and three M.P.A. courses from one of the listed M.P.A. concentrations. 4. Any M.S.E.S. or M.P.A. ConcentrationAny M.S.E.S. concentration plus 9 additional credit hours from a listed M.P.A. concentration Or Any M.P.A. concentration plus 12 additional credit hours from a listed M.S.E.S. concentration.
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Each double master's degree candidate must obtain professionally relevant experience through one of the following options: an approved internship (0-6 credit hours); advanced project; independent research/thesis; the award of prior professional experience credit; or an environmental science research project culminating in a master's thesis. Students are encouraged to discuss with faculty members the relative merits of their experiences according to individual career objectives. Return to Master of Public Affairs–Master of Science in Environmental Science
Return to Master of Public Affairs Joint Degree Programs Master of Public Affairs–Doctor of Jurisprudence (M.P.A.–J.D.)The combined Master of Public Affairs- Doctor of Jurisprudence program enables the student to take a four-year sequence of courses leading to both degrees. Application and Admission Return to Master of Public Affairs Joint Degree Programs Application and AdmissionThe applicant must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education and must apply separately to both the School of Law—Bloomington and the School of Public and Environmental Affairs. If the applicant is admitted to only one school, the applicant is permitted to attend that school and is, of course, required to meet the graduation requirements of that school. It is recommended that the student apply to both schools simultaneously for the combined M.P.A.–J.D. program. It is possible, however, for a person already enrolled in the School of Law to apply for admission to the School of Public and Environmental Affairs up to the time he or she completes the second year of law study. It is also possible for a student enrolled in the School of Public and Environmental Affairs to seek admission to the School of Law up to the end of the first year of the M.P.A. course of study. Academic Standing School Residency Return to Master of Public Affairs–Doctor of Jurisprudence (M.P.A.–J.D.) Program Requirements(113 credit hours) Return to Master of Public Affairs–Doctor of Jurisprudence (M.P.A.–J.D.) Master of Public Affairs Requirements(36 credit hours) Students are required to complete 36 credit hours of SPEA courses distributed among the M.P.A. core and a specialization area. Required Courses (21 credit hours) Specialization Area (15 credit hours) Return to Master of Public Affairs–Doctor of Jurisprudence (M.P.A.–J.D.) Doctor of Jurisprudence Requirements(79 credit hours) Students are required to complete 79 credit hours of law courses and to satisfy all requirements for the degree Doctor of Jurisprudence. For specific requirements, see the School of Law—Bloomington Bulletin. Return to Master of Public Affairs–Doctor of Jurisprudence (M.P.A.–J.D.)
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Other Joint M.P.A. Degree ProgramsIn addition to joint degree programs with the Indiana University School of Law—Bloomington, the School of Public and Environmental Affairs collaborates with centers on area studies, other Indiana University Bloomington departments, and professional schools to deliver joint degree programs. SPEA's combined master's degree programs address the demand for specialists with expertise in policy, management, and science and the expertise and skill offered by the partner program. Candidates for the combined degree programs, excluding the program with the School of Law—Bloomington, complete the core requirements for the M.P.A. degree, additional course credits in a specialized concentration for a total of 36 credit hours in the School of Public and Environmental Affairs, plus the required courses of the participating joint program. In every case students must apply separately to and be accepted into both programs to participate in a joint degree program. Joint degree students (other than the M.P.A.–J.D and the M.P.A.–M.A. in Russian and East European Studies) must complete:
SPEA participates with the following units in the M.P.A. program: Master of Public Affairs–Master of Arts in African American and African Diaspora Studies (M.P.A.–M.A.) Master of Public Affairs–Master of Arts in Central Eurasian Studies (M.P.A.–M.A.) Master of Public Affairs–Master of Arts in East Asian Studies (M.P.A.–M.A.) Master of Public Affairs–Master of Information Science (M.P.A.–M.I.S.) Master of Public Affairs–Master of Arts in Journalism (M.P.A.–M.A.) Master of Public Affairs–Master of Arts in Latin American and Caribbean Studies (M.P.A.–M.A.) Master of Public Affairs–Master of Library Science (M.P.A.–M.L.S.) Master of Public Affairs–Master of Arts in Russian and East European Studies (M.P.A.–M.A.) Master of Public Affairs–Master of Arts in West European Studies (M.P.A.–M.A.) Master of Science in Environmental Science (M.S.E.S.)General Information General InformationThe Master of Science in Environmental Science (M.S.E.S.) program educates professionals who combine specialization in an area of environmental science with some administrative and policy skills necessary to apply this knowledge in a broader context. The degree allows specialization in either disciplinary or interdisciplinary areas of environmental science. The M.S.E.S. program requires 48 credit hours distributed among four areas: core requirements (20 cr.), concentration area (21-22 cr.), general electives (4-7 cr.), and experiential requirement (0-6 cr.). The core curriculum provides students with a general knowledge of environmental science. Courses in environmental management and policy allow students to apply that knowledge. In a concentration, students establish an area of expertise. A bachelor's degree in a physical or life science, engineering, or a related field is required for admission. Students are required to have taken at least ONE semester (or two quarters) of calculus, chemistry with laboratory, and statistics. In addition, the best-prepared students will have taken courses in the life sciences and economics. All applicants must be computer literate. In some cases, a student may be admitted contingent upon completion of selected courses as specified by the M.S.E.S. Admissions Committee. Return to Master of Science in Environmental Science (M.S.E.S.) Prior Professional Credit OptionThe M.S.E.S. program director of the School of Public and Environmental Affairs may grant up to 12 credit hours toward the M.S.E.S. degree for students who have had significant technical or administrative work experience in their backgrounds. Credit will be granted for work experience gained until the end of the semester in which the student completes 24 credit hours according to the following guidelines.
Students are eligible to apply for prior professional experience credit up to the completion of 24 credit hours, which usually occurs before the close of their second semester of M.S.E.S. graduate study. Applicants may appeal the initial professional credit decision by submitting a request, in writing, for reconsideration and providing additional information to the appropriate program or campus director. Determination of professional credit is made separately from decisions about transfer of credit. Under no circumstances will the prior professional experience credit and transfer credit total more than 21 hours of the 48 required for the degree. Students receiving prior professional experience credit should carefully plan the balance of their program with a faculty advisor. Return to Master of Science in Environmental Science (M.S.E.S.) Core Requirements(20 credit hours) SPEA-E 526 Applied Mathematics for Environmental Science (2 cr.) To complete the comprehensive project, select one of the following courses. This requirement should be fulfilled near the end of each student's course work. Students must fulfill the 0-credit-hour professional presentation requirement. Return to Master of Science in Environmental Science (M.S.E.S.) Concentration Requirements(21-22 credit hours) The concentrations give students an educational experience in a substantive area of interest. The course of study in the concentration area is determined in conjunction with a concentration advisor. Concentration requirements may be waived on the same basis as core requirements. Return to Master of Science in Environmental Science (M.S.E.S.) Applied Ecology Concentration(22 credit hours) The applied ecology concentration focuses on problem-solving techniques applied to current ecological issues. The diversity of the earth's living species in both natural and managed ecosystems offers students a variety of study areas within applied ecology, including forest management, fisheries and wildlife management, soil and watershed management, endangered species, and wetlands. Required Courses (10 credit hours) Electives (12 credit hours or four courses selected from the following; other courses may be selected with the advisor's approval) The following biology courses may be selected with the approval of an Applied Ecology faculty advisor: SPEA policy courses may be appropriate for some students in this concentration. One or two of the following courses may be selected with the approval of an Applied Ecology faculty advisor. Return to Master of Science in Environmental Science (M.S.E.S.) Environmental Chemistry, Toxicology, and Risk Assessment Concentration(21 credit hours) This concentration addresses the fate and transport of chemicals in the environment and the hazards and risks to human health and the environment associated with chemical pollution. This is achieved through courses that study the chemical/physical/biological reactions of pollutants in soil, aquatic, and atmospheric systems. Additional classes study the hazards associated with chemicals used in modern society, technologies available to manage and remediate contaminated sites, the toxicological effects of chemical exposure, and methods to qualify the risks associated with chemicals in the environment. Required Courses (9 credit hours) Electives (12 credit hours or four courses selected from the following; other courses may be selected with the advisor's approval) The following courses may be selected with the approval of an Environmental Chemistry, Toxicology, and Risk Assessment faculty advisor: SPEA policy courses may be appropriate for some students in this concentration. One or two of the following courses may be selected with the approval of a faculty advisor. Return to Master of Science in Environmental Science (M.S.E.S.) Water Resources Concentration(22 credit hours) Focus is on the scientific principles of water quantity and quality. Courses provide information and problem-solving skills using biological, chemical, and physical descriptions of water in the environment. Required Courses (10 credit hours) Electives (12 credit hours or four courses selected from the following; other courses may be selected with the advisor's approval) One or two of the following courses may be selected with the approval of a faculty advisor. Return to Master of Science in Environmental Science (M.S.E.S.) Specialized Concentration(21-22 credit hours) In consultation with an advisor, students may design a curriculum that anticipates their career and educational goals and reflects their background and training. Specialized concentrations must be approved by students' advisors and the program director to ensure high standards of rigor, depth, and breadth. Each specialized concentration must contain the required courses for one of the regular concentrations. Students must submit written course of study proposals for approval within the first 24 credit hours of their program. Return to Master of Science in Environmental Science (M.S.E.S.) Experiential RequirementEach candidate for the M.S.E.S. degree must obtain professionally relevant experience through one of the following options: an approved internship (0-6 credit hours); advanced project; independent research/thesis; the award of prior professional experience credit or an environmental science research project culminating a master's thesis. Students are encouraged to discuss options with faculty. Return to Master of Science in Environmental Science (M.S.E.S.) Accelerated Master of Science in Environmental ScienceThis program allows the School of Public and Environmental Affairs' top undergraduates to complete both their undergraduate and graduate degrees in five years. To be considered for this program, a student must have earned a minimum GPA of 3.5, completed 96 undergraduate credit hours, and satisfied all general-education and SPEA undergraduate core requirements. Because of the specialized nature of this program, potential applicants should contact the M.S.E.S. program director for details. Return to Master of Science in Environmental Science (M.S.E.S.)
Master of Science in Environmental Science Joint Degree ProgramsMaster of Science in Environmental Science–Doctor of Jurisprudence (M.S.E.S.–J.D.) General Information General InformationThe combined Master of Science in Environmental Science–Doctor of Jurisprudence program is a four-year, 115-credit-hour sequence of courses and research that provides depth and breadth in both environmental science and law. Both degrees are awarded when the student meets the degree requirements of the School of Law—Bloomington and SPEA. Return to Master of Science in Environmental Science Joint Degree Programs Application and AdmissionThe student must have a bachelor's degree in a physical or life science, engineering, or related field. Students interested in the joint M.S.E.S.–J.D. must apply to both the School of Law—Bloomington and the School of Public and Environmental Affairs. Students normally apply to both schools concurrently for the combined program. It is possible, however, for a person already enrolled in the School of Law to apply for admission to the School of Public and Environmental Affairs up to the end of the second year of law study. A student enrolled in SPEA may seek admission to the School of Law—Bloomington up to the end of the first year of the M.S.E.S. program. Academic Standing Program Advisors School Residency Return to Master of Science in Environmental Science Joint Degree Programs Program Requirements(115 credit hours) Return to Master of Science in Environmental Science Joint Degree Programs Master of Science in Environmental Science Requirements(36 credit hours) Students are required to complete 37 credit hours of courses distributed among the environmental science core, environmental management and policy core, and a specialization area. Environmental Science Core (15 credit hours) Environmental Management and Policy Core (9 credit hours) Select one from the following equivalent substitutes, or other policy/management graduate course approved by an advisor: Concentration Area (12 credit hours) It is recommended that this be done in consultation with both joint law and environmental science faculty advisors. Return to Master of Science in Environmental Science Joint Degree Programs Doctor of Jurisprudence Requirements(79 credit hours) Students are required to complete 77 credit hours of law courses and to satisfy all requirements for the degree Doctor of Jurisprudence. For specific requirements, see the School of Law—Bloomington Bulletin. Return to Master of Science in Environmental Science Joint Degree Programs
Other Joint M.S.E.S. Degree ProgramsIn addition to joint degree programs with the Indiana University School of Law—Bloomington, the School of Public and Environmental Affairs collaborates with centers on area studies, other Indiana University Bloomington departments, and professional schools to deliver joint degree programs. SPEA's combined master's degree programs address the demand for specialists with expertise in policy, management, and science and the expertise and skill offered by the partner program. Candidates for the combined degree programs, excluding the program with the School of Law—Bloomington, complete the core requirements for the M.S.E.S. degree, additional course credits in a specialized concentration for a total of 36 credit hours in the School of Public and Environmental Affairs, plus the required courses of the participating joint program. In every case students must apply separately to and be accepted into both programs to participate in a joint degree program. Joint degree students (other than the M.S.E.S.–J.D.) must complete:
SPEA participates with the following units in their M.S.E.S. program: Master of Science in Environmental Science–Master of Arts in Biology (M.S.E.S.–M.A.) Master of Science in Environmental Science–Master of Arts in Geography (M.S.E.S.–M.A.) Master of Science in Environmental Science–Master of Science in Geography (M.S.E.S.–M.S.) Master of Science in Environmental Science–Master of Science in Geological Sciences (M.S.E.S.–M.S.) Master of Science in Environmental Science–Master of Arts in Journalism (M.S.E.S.–M.A.) Master of Arts in Arts Administration (M.A.)Program Goals and Objectives Program Goals and ObjectivesArts administrators are extraordinary individuals. They must function not only as leaders, but also as managers, fundraisers, planners, educators, conciliators, facilitators, and communicators. They must be realists as well as idealists, respectful of the needs of both art and business, and forward-looking yet mindful of the past. For more than 30 years, the Indiana University Arts Administration Program has been committed to the development of such leaders. The program, a two-year, multidisciplinary course of study leading to an M.A. in Arts Administration, is broad-based in outlook and curriculum and strives to achieve a balance of artistic and management concerns, theory and hands-on experience. Students complete three semesters of course work, on-campus practicums, and a one-semester supervised internship off campus. Specialization is available in both visual and performing arts areas. The program seeks to serve students who are at the beginning stages of their careers as well as older students wishing to change careers. Though small in size, the City of Bloomington provides an ideal setting for the program. The city's thriving arts community includes more than 150 arts organizations as well as the internationally acclaimed Lotus World Music and Arts Festival. On the IU Bloomington campus, the School of Music presents more than 1,000 concerts and events each year, and a new production opens almost every other week on one of the two stages in the Department of Theatre and Drama. Other cultural organizations on campus include the IU Auditorium, which offers touring Broadway productions; the IU Art Museum, one of the nation's finest university art museums; the Mathers Museum of World Cultures; the African-American Arts Institute; the Archives of Traditional Music; and the Lilly Library of rare books and manuscripts. Return to Master of Arts in Arts Administration (M.A.) Administration of the ProgramThe program is administered by a full-time director and also utilizes an advisory committee, faculty drawn from fine arts, music, theatre and drama, SPEA, business, anthropology/museum studies, and the African American Arts Institute. Return to Master of Arts in Arts Administration (M.A.) Degree RequirementsDegree Requirements Semester II Semester III Semester IV AADM-Y 550 Practicum (3 cr.) Return to Master of Arts in Arts Administration (M.A.) Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Environmental ScienceGeneral Information General InformationThis doctoral program is administered by the School of Public and Environmental Affairs in cooperation with the Departments of Biology, Chemistry, Geography, and Geological Sciences. The Ph.D. in environmental science degree is awarded by the University Graduate School. The program provides a rigorous, comprehensive education in environmental science. The specific objectives of the program are: (1) to conduct advanced research and scientific analysis of environmental events, issues, and problems; (2) to further understanding of the nature and management of natural and human environments; and (3) to provide an opportunity for students and faculty members in several departments to engage in collaborative environmental research in an interdisciplinary mode. Return to Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Environmental Science AdmissionA student must apply to the School of Public and Environmental Affairs for doctoral studies; those accepted will be recommended to the University Graduate School for formal admission into the Ph.D. program. Applicants to this program must have completed at least a bachelor's degree in science, mathematics, engineering, or a related field. Prospective students are required to submit: (1) a statement of purpose, which should be as specific as possible and, preferably, should refer to potential research mentors by name; (2) official results of the Graduate Record Examinations (GRE); (3) official transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate course work completed; and (4) three letters of recommendation. Applicants whose native language is not English must also submit results of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). Return to Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Environmental Science Degree RequirementsThe degree requires: (1) substantial knowledge in a primary environmental science concentration; (2) breadth in related environmental science and policy; (3) an understanding of research methods; (4) an in-depth knowledge of the dissertation topic; and (5) a dissertation that demonstrates the student's ability to analyze, explain, and interpret research clearly and effectively. Advisory Committee Fields of Study Each student should define a principal field of study. The principal field may be interdisciplinary. The student should prepare a proposal outlining a program of course work that the student believes lies within that field. Each student is also required to prepare a program of course work that fulfills the requirement of breadth in environmental science and policy. The breadth requirement may be fulfilled by using a wide spectrum of environmentally related courses, including areas such as economics, law, and management, in addition to other science courses. Each student is also required to prepare a statement of activities for meeting the research methods requirement. Normally these include subjects such as computer science, geographic information systems, remote sensing, statistics, and mathematical modeling, although other technical skill areas such as electronics and analytical chemical techniques may be appropriate for some students. Narrative Statement Each student must prepare a narrative statement that includes a discussion of the student's previous educational experiences, a statement of career objectives, a statement of research interests, and a proposed program of course work for the principal field of study that fulfills the requirement of breadth in environmental science and policy. Each student must submit the narrative statement to the advisory committee for approval, usually during the first semester in the program. Course Requirements The Ph.D. degree requires the completion of at least 90 credit hours in advanced study and research beyond the bachelor's degree. A student must complete a minimum of 30 credit hours of advanced course work in environmental science and policy. Students must also complete a minimum of 30 credit hours of research, normally taken as SPEA-E 625 or SPEA-E 890. The student, with the approval of the advisory committee, should complete some combination of additional course work and research sufficient to meet the 90 credit hour requirement. Each student is required to enroll in SPEA-E 680 Seminar in Environmental Science and Policy (1 credit hour/semester) for four semesters during their degree program. Students enrolled in SPEA-E 680 may either make a formal presentation or write a brief synopsis and critique of four presentations attended each semester. Students are encouraged to enroll in SPEA-E 710 Advanced Topics in Environmental Science, which may be taken multiple times as the topics will vary. Advanced topics and reading courses may be used to meet requirements, depending upon the topic and the student's area of interest. Students should note that all 30 credit hours of advanced course work, if properly selected, and 6 credit hours of research, may be applied toward the Master of Science in Environmental Science (M.S.E.S.) degree. With an additional 12 credit hours of approved course work, a student may be awarded the M.S.E.S. degree while completing the requirements for the Ph.D. in environmental science. Completion of the M.S.E.S. degree as part of this doctoral program is not a requirement; however, this option may be appropriate for some students. Qualifying Examinations The decision to admit a student to doctoral candidacy is made by the advisory committee, which evaluates the student's performance in the written examination, research proposal, and oral examination. Written Examination Research Proposal Oral Examination Research Committee Dissertation Return to Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Environmental Science
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Public AffairsGeneral Information General InformationThe Doctoral Program in Public Affairs was created to take advantage of the unique strengths of SPEA's interdisciplinary faculty and research programs, both of which have earned wide recognition from peer institutions, national and international agencies, and professional groups. The curriculum equips students with the necessary skills for independent research and analysis of problems, issues, and solutions in government and the nonprofit sector in four major fields:
Return to Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Public Affairs AdmissionStudents apply directly to the School of Public and Environmental Affairs; those accepted are recommended to the University Graduate School for formal admission into the Ph.D. program. Application materials can be found at www.gradapp.indiana.edu/. Applicants to this program must have completed at least a bachelor's degree. Prospective students are required to submit (1) a statement of purpose, which should be as specific as possible and, preferably, should refer to potential research mentors by name; (2) official results of the Graduate Record Examinations (GRE); (3) official transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate work completed; and (4) three letters of recommendation. Applicants whose native language is not English must also submit results of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). Return to Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Public Affairs Degree Requirements
The Ph.D. in Public Affairs degree requires the completion of at least 90 credit hous in advanced study and research beyond the baccalaureate. Typically, one-half to two-thirds of the 90 credit hours are taken in formal course work and one-third in thesis credit. Students completing a Master of Public Affairs or similar degree may be allowed to transfer some of their graduate course work (30 hours maximum) if approved by their Progress Review Committees, though a prior master's degree is not required for admission. Core RequirementsThe following three courses are required for all Public Affairs students: Each student is required to take this 1 credit hour course for three semesters. The workshop features research presentations by faculty, visiting scholars, and advanced students. Its intent is to prepare students to critique current literature in the field, learn to prepare manuscripts for presentation and publication, and defend their ideas and theories. Research Tool SkillsRequired research skills include a two-semester quantitative analysis sequence and two additional elective courses or proficiency in a foreign language. The two-semester quantitative analysis sequence can be fulfilled a number of different ways, including one of the sequences listed below. In addition, students must demonstrate either (1) advanced proficiency in quantitative analysis or specialized research skills by completing two additional courses approved by the student's Progress Review Committee or (2) proficiency in a language proficiency exam from the appropriate language department at Indiana University. Major FieldsStudents select two of the four SPEA Public Affairs major fields to prepare for their qualifying examinations. For each field, the student must complete required courses and approved electives. The fields and the required courses are: Public Management The design and operation of government and not-for-profit institutions, including strategic/operations management and interrelationships between public, private, and civil society organizations. Required courses: Public Finance The theory and practice of fiscal administration, including public budgeting, revenue administration, and financial management. Required courses: Public Policy Analysis Research methods and quantitative techniques for policy analysis, including the content, design, and evaluation of public programs. Required courses: Environmental Policy Economics, law, politics, and implementation of environmental policies in the United States and abroad. Required courses:Economics SPEA-V 625 Environmental Economics (3 cr.) Law SPEA-V 645 Environmental Law (3 cr.) or LAW-B 783 International Environmental Law (3 cr.) Policy SPEA-V 710 Topics in Public Policy: Domestic Environmental Policy (3 cr.) or SPEA-V 710 Topics in Public Policy: International Environmental Policy (3 cr.) Minor FieldStudents select a minor field according to their research interests. A three- to four-course sequence is negotiated between the student and the Progress Review Committee, following the requirements of the department or school offering the minor. Among the minor fields chosen by students currently in the program are Economics, Finance, Political Science, Sociology, Geography, Economic Development, and Environmental Science. Major Junctures At the end of the first year, the student develops a Progress Review Committee. The committee, in cooperation with the student, defines program objectives, supervises the selection and completion of the minor field, monitors overall progress toward completion of course work requirements, and administers the qualifying exams. Members of the Progress Review Committee should be scholars who know the student's academic record and who are recognized experts in the fields in which the student will stand examination. The committee will consist of four to five members chosen by the student in consultation with the director of the Ph.D. program. At least one member of the Progress Review Committee will be chosen from each of the student's two major fields. It is required that one member of the Progress Review Committee be a non-School professor and represent the outside minor. Third Semester Review In this progress review meeting, the committee members review the student's record of past and planned courses, the likely dissertation topic, and the quality of the research paper and its presentation. The committee determines whether the proposed program of courses will prepare the student for the examinations to be taken at the end of the course work as well as for the dissertation. The principal objective of the research paper is to allow the faculty to judge whether the student has the ability to complete all requirements for this research-oriented degree in a timely fashion. Thus, of most importance will be that the paper demonstrates the student's ability to carry out reasonably independent research and write the results in a well-reasoned and coherent fashion. The paper should also demonstrate that the student has a good command of the literature in the area and has the ability to use appropriate research methods in carrying out the analysis. It is anticipated that the progress review paper will be a revision of a substantial research paper prepared to fulfill a requirement for a regular course. (The student can, however, submit an entirely new paper to fulfill this requirement.) It should be of a quality warranting presentation at a professional society meeting. Qualifying Examinations Dissertation The candidate prepares a dissertation proposal to present and defend in a meeting of the Research Committee. The Research Committee is ultimately responsible for determining whether the dissertation is acceptable. Placement Return to Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Public Affairs
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Public PolicyGeneral Information General InformationThe Joint Ph.D. Program in Public Policy is a collaborative endeavor of the School of Public and Environmental Affairs and the Department of Political Science. Its emphasis is on the broad field of public policy, concerning the environment of public policy; the processes of policy formation, management, and implementation; and the analysis and evaluation of policy outputs and results. The institutional setting and design of the program offer a unique educational opportunity. Students in the program receive rigorous social science training and gain knowledge of government decision-making processes, problem-solving capabilities, and an understanding of the substantive aspects of public problems and their effects on public institutions. Return to Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Public Policy AdmissionAll applicants to the public policy program are subject to approval by a SPEA—Department of Political Science joint admissions committee. Application materials can be found at www.gradapp.indiana.edu/. Applicants for admission and for financial assistance are required to submit a statement of career goals, official results of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE), official transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate work, and a minimum of three letters of recommendation. Students whose native language is not English also must submit results of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). The Joint Program Committee on Admissions and Financial Aid examines each application closely to determine suitability for the program. The committee looks beyond the formal academic record, at the applicant's demonstrated ability to pursue independent study, language and research skill training, and maturity and experience. Return to Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Public Policy Degree RequirementsThe University Graduate School requires doctoral students to complete 90 credit hours of graduate credit. Typically, two-thirds of the 90 hours are taken in formal course work and one-third in thesis credit. Students holding a Master of Public Affairs or similar degree may be allowed to transfer some of their graduate course work (30 credit hours maximum) if approved by their Progress Review Committee. Core Requirements Public Policy students are required to complete the following courses: SPEA-V 680 Research Design and Methods in Public Affairs (3 cr.) orPOLS-Y 570 Introduction to the Study of Politics (3 cr.) SPEA-V 690 Seminar in Public Policy Process (3 cr.) or POLS-Y 565 Public Administration, Law, and Policy: Approaches and Issues (3 cr.) This course is offered alternately each fall semester by SPEA (V 690) and the Department of Political Science (Y 565). SPEA-V 691 Workshop in Public Policy (1 cr.) Each student is required to take this 1 credit hour course for six semesters. The workshop features research presentations by faculty, visiting scholars, and advanced students. It prepares students to critique current literature in the field, to prepare manuscripts for presentation and publication, and to defend their ideas and theories. There are two sections offered: one by SPEA and the other by the Workshop in Political Theory and Policy Analysis. SPEA-V 621 Seminar in Teaching Public and Environmental Affairs (2 cr.) or These courses prepare students for college teaching and their professional responsibilities toward current and future students. They are taken in a student's first year in the program. Research Tool SkillsRequired course work for research skills includes a basic two-semester statistics sequence and two additional elective courses or proficiency in a foreign language. Basic Tool Skills:The two-semester quantitative analysis sequence requirement is generally fulfilled through one of the course sequences listed below. SPEA-V 606 Statistics for Research in Public Affairs I (3 cr.) and SPEA-V 607 Statistics for Research in Public Affairs II (3 cr.) POLS-Y 575 Political Data Analysis I (3 cr.) and POLS-Y 576 Political Data Analysis II (3 cr.) SOC-S 554 Statistical Techniques in Sociology I (3 cr.) and SOC-S 650 Statistical Techniques in Sociology II (3 cr.) Advanced Tool Skills: In addition, students must demonstrate either (1) advanced proficiency in quantitative analysis or specialized research skills by completing two additional courses approved by the student's Progress Review Committee or (2) proficiency in a language appropriate to his/her field of study and approved by the Progress Review Committee. To qualify as language proficient, a student must take a language proficiency exam from the appropriate language department at Indiana University. Fields of ConcentrationThe School of Public and Environmental Affairs and the Department of Political Science share equally in delivering public policy as the major field of preparation and specialization. Students in the Public Policy Program select two concentration areas—one from SPEA and one from Political Science-in addition to the required concentration in public policy.These fields of concentration include the following:
Course offerings in SPEA and Political Science help the student prepare for examinations in these fields, and students supplement their course work with directed readings and research. There is no predetermined set of courses required of all students. Course selection is the responsibility of the student, working in conjunction with his or her Progress Review Committee. Major JuncturesProgress Review Committee Before the meeting of the Progress Review Committee, the student develops a Progress Review Statement. The statement needs to include background professional and educational information, course work completed and planned in each concentration and for basic and advanced tool skills, tentative dates for taking qualifying exams, and a discussion of a proposed dissertation topic. Once approved by the committee, the statement serves as a contract for the completion of degree requirements. Qualifying ExaminationsAfter completing the course work for a concentration, the student is eligible to take the qualifying examination for that concentration. All students except those in the Political Science concentration negotiate their own examination schedules. The Department of Political Science gives field examinations twice a year at times scheduled by the department. The examinations on policy and SPEA concentrations are written by the members of the Progress Review Committee representing those areas. After receiving a pass or qualified pass on each of the three exams, the student schedules the oral examination. Upon completion of the oral examination, signatures of the committee member and program director are required on the "Report of Preliminary Examination Committee" form. Dissertation After filing for candidacy status, the doctoral candidate forms a Research Committee consisting of at least four faculty members. Two of the members must be School of Public and Environmental Affairs faculty, and two must be from Political Science. This committee may be but is not necessarily identical to the Progress Review Committee. The selection of the Research Committee members should reflect the dissertation topic and expertise of the faculty chosen. The candidate prepares a dissertation proposal to present and defend in a meeting of the Research Committee. The Research Committee reviews the research proposal and requires changes as needed. Once the dissertation research is completed, the candidate defends the thesis in an open oral examination meeting. The Research Committee is ultimately responsible for determining whether the dissertation is acceptable. Placement Return to Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Public Policy
Doctoral Minors in the School of Public and Environmental AffairsThe School of Public and Environmental Affairs provides course work and other student-related activities for those working toward doctoral degrees in other schools and colleges of Indiana University who select a minor field in public and environmental affairs. Five minor fields are available: environmental studies, nonprofit management, public management, regional economic development, and urban affairs. Environmental Studies Minor Environmental Studies Minor(12 credit hours) Students in Ph.D. programs at Indiana University may, with the consent of their advisory committee, choose environmental studies as an outside minor. The minor is flexible and is usually designed by students in accordance with their needs. Requirements
Nonprofit Management Minor(12 credit hours) Students in a Ph.D. program at Indiana University may select nonprofit management as an outside minor. Requirements
Public Management Minor(12 credit hours) Students in doctoral programs at Indiana University may, with the consent of their advisory committee, select public management as an outside minor. Requirements
Regional Economic Development Minor(12 credit hours) The minor field in regional economic development involves study in the topics facing regional planners, developmental specialists, and researchers, and an introduction to the body of knowledge in regional development. The study of regional economic development broadens students' perspectives, and students may apply this knowledge to a research agenda that incorporates regional development questions. The student is expected to have studied both micro- and macroeconomics before beginning the minor program. Requirements
Return to Doctoral Minors in the School of Public and Environmental Affairs Urban Affairs Minor(12 credit hours) Students in doctoral programs at Indiana University may, with the consent of their advisory committee, choose urban affairs as an outside minor. The minor is flexible and is designed by students and their advisors in accordance with students' needs. Requirements
Certificate ProgramsProgram Information Program Information
Four graduate certificates are offered on the Bloomington campus:
Return to Certificate Programs AdmissionAdmission Eligibility Application Students should apply to the SPEA admissions office on the Bloomington campus. Application Deadlines Application Fee Return to Certificate Programs Program Restrictions
Certificate in Hazardous Materials Management
The Certificate in Hazardous Materials Management is a 15 credit hour program of study. The program provides managers and technicians in concerned organizations and agencies, public and private, with training in the management of hazardous materials. The certificate program provides an information base that these managers and technicians can use to develop, implement, manage, and assess hazardous waste programs for local, state, and federal regulatory agencies. Graduate students in other disciplines can use the program to supplement their primary fields with course work in hazardous materials management, possibly using the certificate courses as part of a doctoral or master's minor. Certificate Requirements (15 credit hours) Required Courses (9 credit hours) Certificate in Nonprofit ManagementThe Certificate in Nonprofit Management is a 15 credit hour program of study. The certificate is designed to serve the needs of individuals who would like exposure to the nonprofit sector and nonprofit management issues but who do not wish or need to pursue a degree in nonprofit management. The certificate complements other courses of study or career experience in such areas as social work, library science, and parks and recreation. Students pursuing a nonprofit management certificate gain an understanding of how to work in and with nonprofit organizations. Certificate Requirements (15 credit hours) Required Courses (9 credit hours) Electives (6 credit hours) Two additional SPEA graduate courses are selected with the approval of the student's advisor. A sampling of current course titles includes: Nonprofit and Voluntary Sector, Ethics and Values of Philanthropy, Fund Development for Nonprofit Organizations, Public Relations in Nonprofits, and History of Philanthropy in the West. Students interested in continuing for the Master of Public Affairs (M.P.A.) should consider selecting the electives from the nonprofit management concentration. Return to Certificate Programs Certificate in Public ManagementThe Certificate in Public Management Program is a 15 credit hour program of study in public management. The certificate program is flexible enough to be adapted to the needs of precareer and in-service individuals. Graduate students in other disciplines can use the program to supplement their primary fields with course work in public management, possibly using the certificate courses as part or all of a doctoral or master's degree minor. Career employees of public and private sector agencies seeking courses in public management, and especially those changing from professional or technical roles to managerial roles, find the certificate program beneficial. Certificate Requirements (15 credit hours) Required Courses (9 credit hours) Electives (6 credit hours) Note: Students interested in continuing on for the Master of Public Affairs degree should consider selecting the two elective courses from the M.P.A. core; one of the courses recommended is V 506 Statistical Analysis for Effective Decision Making. Return to Certificate Programs
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