1. Graduate Studies

Master of Professional Studies at Lake Erie College| Painesville, OH

What is an MPS Degree?

The Master of Professional Studies (MPS) degree is designed for career professionals who want to advance their careers without taking time off work. Lake Erie College’s online MPS program offers Master's-level courses that teach skills applicable to the workplace, including:

  • Critical Thinking

  • Ethics

  • Communication

  • Collaboration

  • Inclusion

  • Strategy

What Can You Do with an MPS Degree?

The MPS degree equips students with transferable skills that can be applied across various industries. It is an excellent option for those looking to enhance their workforce readiness, advance their current career, or switch to a new one. The knowledge gained through this applied graduate degree can be applied to fields such as:

  • Public Relations

  • Sports Management

  • Real Estate

  • Technology

  • Human Resources

  • Public Administration

  • Managerial Roles

  • And more

MPS Concentrations

The MPS program offers specialized concentrations that allow students to tailor their learning to specific career goals.

MPS Program Learning Objectives and Mission

The mission of the MPS program is to prepare students for professional development, organizational leadership, and personal growth in line with their career objectives. Graduates will gain professional competencies, acquiring the skills and knowledge critical to making meaningful contributions in their chosen field.

Program Learning Objectives

Lake Erie College aims for students to master the following core competencies, which will be assessed annually throughout the program. Students will work directly with professors to develop these skills:

  • Communication: Students will enhance their oral and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with and lead others in the workplace.

  • Leadership: Students will gain the tools to lead people and organizations by thinking and acting strategically to achieve results.

  • Critical Inquiry: Students will learn research techniques and data collection methods to evaluate and analyze data, making informed and ethical decisions in the workplace.

  • Ethics: Students will develop a moral and ethical framework for making organizational decisions.

Easy Enrollment Process with a Two-Step Admission

Ready to take the next step in your professional journey? Here’s how you can apply for the MPS program:

  1. Order Your Transcripts Request a copy of your transcript from the college where you completed your Bachelor's degree. For most schools, this is an online, automated process, but you may need to contact your institution for specific instructions.

  2. Apply Online Once you have your transcripts, update your resume and write a personal statement. Submit all documents through the Lake Erie College online application portal to begin the admission process.

    Note: Although it’s not required, applicants may choose to submit official GMAT (Graduate Management Admissions Test) or GRE (Graduate Record Examination) scores to supplement their undergraduate records.

Maximize Your Credit Hours with Transfer Credits and the 4+1 Program

Transfer Credits Degree-seeking MPS students may transfer up to six (6) semester credits from an accredited institution toward their interdisciplinary concentration. Courses for core or concentration requirements must be approved for equivalency.

  • Only credits earned within seven (7) years of degree completion will be considered.

  • Credits must have a grade of “B” or higher to be eligible for transfer.

  • MBA coursework completed at Lake Erie College may fulfill equivalent core MPS requirements.

4+1 MPS Program Lake Erie College undergraduate students who meet eligibility requirements can enroll in MPS courses that count as electives toward their bachelor’s degree. This unique program allows students to earn both an undergraduate and graduate degree in just five (5) years by completing courses that serve dual purposes.