Center for Public Administration and Leadership
Hamline’s Center for Public Administration and Leadership (CPAL) provides a rich variety of professional development opportunities that address the needs of—and challenges facing—public sector professionals.
Choose from seminars, conferences, and certificate programs, all of which are designed to strengthen your skills and prepare you to take the lead in your organization.
Professional development offerings
Certificate offerings
Learn valuable skills and expand your professional networks by delving into current topics in public administration ranging from the certified public manager program to leadership in affordable housing.
Women in Public Service Conference
This popular annual event brings together key professionals in the field to examine the changing face of government and the way we do business in the public sector—particularly how we support women and the next generation of public servants.
Women in Public Service Seminars
Build upon your expertise and develop a compelling vision for yourself and those you serve with ongoing seminars that take an in-depth look at the issues and opportunities women who serve the common good encounter.
Learning partnership discounts available
Hamline partners with cities, counties, companies, and public nonprofit organizations to offer employees of those entities 10% off tuition to select master's programs, as well as a 10% discount on CPAL Certificate programs and events.