Program at a Glance
Credits
48 credits
Courses Begin
Fall | Spring
Completion Time
1.5 years (full-time) or 3 years (part-time)
Degree Awarded
MPA in Sustainable Solutions
Program Overview
Envision a more sustainable, prosperous, and equitable world. The Presidio Graduate School MPA in Sustainable Solutions equips students to become skilled leaders of this new world. Our unique curriculum pairs rigorous management theory and practice with an integrated look at sustainability, social justice, and environmental stewardship, all within an affordable, flexible program that includes part-time and online learning opportunities.
The Presidio MPA in Sustainable Solutions works to expand the horizons of traditional management education. We believe that today’s civic leaders and organizers must grasp the complex and interdependent issues facing our societies, namely the challenges of sustainability, climate change risk and adaptation, technological change, structural racism, and growing inequity.
Program Format
The Presidio Graduate School MPA in Sustainable Solutions is a 48-credit curriculum that draws on the benefits of in-person, classroom education and the flexibility of interactive distance learning for a richer, more accessible educational experience. Throughout the program, you will have the opportunity to participate in semester-long experiential learning projects, to bring theory-based learning into real-world practice. The Presidio MPA in Sustainable Solutions can be completed in 1.5 years full-time or 3 years if enrolled part-time.
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On-Campus Community Events
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Information Sessions
Via Zoom
Wednesday, June 11, 2025 | 5:30pm – 6:30pm PT | Register
Wednesday, July 9, 2025 | 5:30pm – 6:30pm PT | Register
Wednesday, Aug. 6, 2025 | 5:30pm – 6:30pm PT | Register
Virtual Class Visits
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New Campus
Now located at the University of Redlands Marin Campus, this unique master’s program offers state-of-the-art facilities, flexible hybrid instruction, and a strong emphasis on community-building through monthly residencies designed to empower you for success.
Experiential Learning
Presidio Graduate School’s MPA in Sustainable Solutions is interdisciplinary and defined by the practical application of transformative theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios. Presidio students work on projects to develop real solutions and think big by fostering bold, creative, and out-of-the-box ideas. Our students study at the intersection of theory and practice under the guidance of Presidio’s cutting-edge sustainability scholars and scholar-practitioners. Beyond our rigorous MPA in Sustainable Solutions curriculum rooted in social justice and climate leadership, Presidio supports students through experiential learning opportunities and expert industry career coaching.
You don’t have to wait until you graduate to start creating change—you can make an impact and expand your resume now and Presidio Graduate School.
Featured Courses
Our forward-looking curriculum will equip you to create tangible, positive change utilizing sustainable solutions, responsible leadership, and systems thinking. See below for some of our featured courses or check out our full curriculum here.
Systems, Sustainability, and Social Justice
Examines sustainability frameworks and assesses to what extent they prioritize the regeneration of the natural environment and the redress of social injustices, and reviews sustainability policies and practices in historical and political contexts.
Research Methods and Policy Evaluation
Applies social science research methods and evaluation theories to assess the outcomes of public and non-profit programs, utilizing both quantitative and qualitative research techniques to analyze data and inform policy decisions.
Planning, Policy, and Sustainable Development
Focuses on the systemic planning, economic, and policy frameworks driving sustainable development and community resilience, integrating theoretical and practical perspectives on sustainability, governance, policy design, and civic engagement.
Market Failures and the Regulatory Environment
Examines market failures as a framework for defining and articulating sustainability challenges, focusing on market dynamics, regulatory frameworks, and innovative solutions at the intersection of business, government, and civil society.
Why Choose Presidio?
Our program emphasizes sustainability, innovative policymaking, holistic decision-making, and collaborative leadership that will empower you to reimagine and redesign equitable systems, policies, and organizations.
Flexible Learning
Study in-person or virtually with part-time and online options designed to support working professionals.
Values-Driven Community
Build connections with our growing network of alumni who are leading the way in sustainability and social justice.
Cutting-Edge Expertise
Sustainability and diversity, equity, and inclusion aren’t electives to us. They’re the foundation that all of our curriculum is built on.
Faculty Mentorship
Our professors and faculty bring real-world experience and thought leadership to our school to help guide your career.