This certificate program is designed for individuals who want to develop analytical skills and stay current on issues of regional land use, transportation, and economic development. It provides students with a perspective on the institutions of municipal and metropolitan planning and issues affecting the delivery of public services, and it explores innovative solutions to urban and suburban development problems. This certificate is offered in conjunction with The Chaddick Institute for Metropolitan Development. The Institute offers a variety of programs regarding land use, infrastructure and transportation in the region.
This certificate requires three courses (12 credit hours).
Course Requirements
Course List | Course | Title | Quarter Hours |
| MPS 571 | METROPOLITAN PLANNING | 4 |
| 8 |
MPS 526 | LOCAL GOVERNMENT ADMINISTRATION | |
MPS 529 | STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT AND PLANNING | |
MPS 541 | ECONOMIC FOUNDATIONS OF PUBLIC SERVICE | |
MPS 542 | POLICY DESIGN AND ANALYSIS | |
MPS 546 | ADVOCACY AND LOBBYING | |
MPS 552 | GIS FOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT | |
MPS 572 | POVERTY, INEQUALITY AND PUBLIC POLICY | |
MPS 573 | HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT | |
MPS 575 | STUDY ABROAD SEMINAR | |
MPS 576 | ENERGY POLICY AND THE ENVIRONMENT | |
MPS 578 | URBAN RESILIENCE AND CLIMATE ADAPTATION POLICY | |
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Non-degree seeking students
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Complete a DePaul University School of Public Service graduate admission online application; submit undergraduate and (if applicable) graduate transcripts (a GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale is recommended but not required for admission); and a resume.
Students enrolled in other DePaul graduate degree programs
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Complete a DePaul University School of Public Service graduate admission online application. Submit a resume.