
Professor; Director, Environmental Master's Programs
In today’s interconnected world, those who lead for the greater good must possess knowledge in various fields and be able to apply that knowledge where change most often occurs—at the intersection of science, policy, and society. The Water Management concentration addresses water quality, quantity, and disruption. You will gain a mastery of water science, law, policy, economics, and communication. This curriculum will prepare you for success in the dynamic field of water resource management—a field that is growing ever more crucial globally.
6STUDENTS FOCUSED ON WATER MANAGEMENT (Spring 2021)
1:2FACULTY: STUDENT RATIO
90.4%MPA-MSES PLACEMENT RATE (2018)
Our signature dual degree program combines rigorous scientific training with one of the nation’s best masters programs in policy and management for a powerful and flexible combination of skills—positioning you at the crucial intersection of science, policy, and society. All dual MPA-MSES students must take the core requirements from both the MPA and the MSES degrees program.
The concentration is unique in that it allows students to obtain a MPA-MSES concentration specializing in the crucial field of water resources management. In addition to your competencies, you will take three classes (10 credit hours) required of Water Management students. You’ll then choose five elective classes from two different areas; Water Science Electives (Physical Science and Ecology & Management) and Policy and Administration Electives.
You must work with an adviser when taking courses outside of the O’Neill School.
The above are examples of your course options. For a complete listing, see the official Indiana University Graduate Bulletin and work with your advisor as you make your schedule.
The O’Neill MPA-MSES program offers far more than traditional lectures and lessons. You'll benefit from experiential learning, typically through an approved internship. What's more, your concentration's course work will culminate in a project-oriented course— an O’Neill Capstone—that lets you apply the knowledge you gained throughout the program, gaining practical career experience before you graduate.
O’Neill’s dedicated Career Hub will assist you as you seek an internship or post-graduate employment, and our alumni community is an excellent lead source.
You can choose from many professional student organizations that offer networking and current information on events in the industry.
Professor; Director, Environmental Master's Programs
Professor; Faculty Chair for Environmental Science; Director, Royer Laboratory
Metropolitan Water District of Southern California
“The most important thing that I learned did not come from any single class. The sum of my experience has taught me to think logically, critically, and thoughtfully”
BURNS & MCDONNELL, ASSISTANT ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST IN OMAHA, NEBRASKA
“The deep compassion for others shared by the students defines the culture of the MPA-MSES program. You will take that with you wherever you go.”