Master of Professional Studies in Administrative Science
Whether you’re working to enhance your career as quickly as possible or trying to fit a Master's program into your busy schedule, we will help you meet your goals as you work toward earning your Master of Professional Studies (M.P.S.) degree.
Why choose Rowan’s administrative science program?
The Master of Professional Studies (M.P.S.) program combines traditional academics with specialized, industry-specific skills courses in a highly applied, hands-on research setting. Today's leaders create pathways to carry an organization forward and bring all stakeholders together with their strategic direction.
Students enrolled in the M.P.S. program will learn and strengthen their skills in the following areas:
- Data-driven decision making
- Agile frameworks
- Strategic resource planning
- Team leadership
- Project management
Key considerations
*Hybrid format for Fall 2025 and Spring 2026
**Face-to-face format starting Summer 2026 and future entry points
Quick Facts
Credits
Application Deadlines
Fall (M1)* Entry Term
Fall (M2)* Entry Term
Spring (M3)* Entry Term
Spring (M4)* Entry Term
Summer (M5)** Entry Term
Summer (M6)** Entry Term
Studying administrative science at Rowan
What You'll Learn
The Master of Professional Studies is a campus-based program designed with flexibility in mind, allowing you to complete most, or possibly all, of your courses online. Our online courses blend asynchronous learning with live, interactive sessions, all accessible from anywhere without the need to come to campus. The Master of Professional Studies consists of 30 semester hours including the selection of a 15 semester hour Certificate of Graduate Study (C.O.G.S.) in Administration Science or First Responder Executive Leadership. Students will select the C.O.G.S. of their choice during the application process.
This page contains information for the following area of study focus: Certificate of Graduate Study (C.O.G.S.) in Administrative Science.
- 10 Courses / 30 Semester Hours
- Foundation Courses: No
- Graduation / Exit / Thesis Requirements: Yes, students must complete the course MPS 22699-Action Study: Master of Professional Studies.
Students can start the M.P.S. degree at any point and complete any sequence of classes, the capstone is the last course and students must complete the prerequisites. Students are not required to complete the C.O.G.S. first to enter the M.P.S. degree.
Required Courses: 15 S.H.
| Course Number | Title | S.H. (Credits) |
| MPS 22500 | Professional Studies Seminar | 3 |
| MPS 22503 | Foundations of Agile Management | 3 |
| MPS 22551 | Foundations of Data Analytics and Reporting (or MPS 22552) | 3 |
| MPS 22552 | Advanced Foundations of Data Analytics and Reporting* | 3 |
| MPS 22600 | Project Management and Team Building | 3 |
| MPS 22699 | Action Study: Master of Professional Studies Research | 3 |
Note: The course information above is not official and is subject to change. For an official list of available courses, please review the Rowan University Academic Catalog.
Administrative Science Certificate of Graduate Study: 15 S.H.
Required Courses: 12 S.H.
| Course Number | Title | S.H. (Credits) |
| MPS 22510 | Diversity and Labor Relations | 3 |
| MPS 22511 | Organizational Decision Making and Strategic Planning | 3 |
| MPS 22513 | Personnel Administration | 3 |
| MPS 22514 | Non-Profit Organization Development and Management | 3 |
Elective Courses: 3 S.H. (Choose one from the following list):
| Course Number | Title | S.H. (Credits) |
| DPEM 00692 | Labor Relations and Collective Bargaining | 3 |
| MPS 22512 | Complex Organization Dynamics: Leadership and Planning | 3 |
*Recommended for Data Analytics and Management Specialization
Note: The course information above is not official and is subject to change. For an official list of available courses, please review the Rowan University Academic Catalog.
Transfer Credit Evaluation Policy
The student should contact the Program Coordinator/Advisor of this program to discuss any potential transfer credit or prior learning assessments.
Core Courses
- Professional Studies Seminar
- Foundations of Agile Management
- Foundations of Data Analytics and Reporting -OR- Advanced Foundations of Data Analytics and Reporting*
- Project Management and Team Building
- Action Study: Master of Professional Studies Research
*Recommended for Data Analytics and Management Specialization
Admission Requirements
The following is a list of items required to begin the application process for the program. There may be additional actions or materials required for admission to the program. Upon receipt of the materials below, a representative from the Rowan Global Admissions Processing Office will contact you with confirmation or will indicate any missing items.
- Completed Application Form
- No application fee required
- Bachelor's degree (or its equivalent) from an accredited institution of higher learning
- Official transcripts from all colleges attended (regardless of number of credits earned)
- Minimum undergraduate cumulative GPA of 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale)
- Current professional resume
- Two letters of recommendation
Tuition and Aid
At Rowan University, we pride ourselves on being vigilant and frugal about tuition. We work hard to provide quality education while seeking to reduce the barrier that college costs can present students.
We know paying for tuition can be a challenge. That is why Rowan provides students with the financial resources needed to put their education first by offering grants, loans, work-study, and scholarships.
Review graduate financial aid resources at Rowan.
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