Center for Public and Nonprofit Management
Contact Information
Mailing Address
Cleveland State University
2121 Euclid Avenue, UR140
Cleveland, OH 44115
Campus Location
Urban Building, Room 140
1717 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44115
Contact Us
Phone: 216.687.3509
r.ziol@csuohio.edu
Ohio Certified Public Manager Pathway Program
The Ohio Certified Public Manager® (OCPM) Pathway Program connects individuals with education and training opportunities in public and nonprofit management. The program supports professionals at various stages of their careers, offering academic credit that can count toward an undergraduate or graduate degree at the Levin School of Urban Affairs. Explore the pathways below to see which option aligns with your experience and career goals.
Earn a Bachelor's Degree from the Levin School of Urban Affairs
This pathway supports individuals who want to complete a bachelor’s degree while gaining practical knowledge in public service. Many participants are working professionals or career changers seeking to transition into public or nonprofit roles. The curriculum includes courses in public administration, budgeting, policy, and leadership, offering a solid foundation for long-term growth in the public sector.
Earn a Master’s Degree in Public Administration (MPA) from the Levin School of Urban Affairs
This pathway supports individuals who want to pursue a graduate degree while building advanced knowledge in public service. Many participants are working professionals seeking to deepen their expertise and prepare for leadership roles in public or nonprofit organizations. The curriculum includes coursework in public management, budgeting, policy, and organizational leadership, offering practical skills for career advancement in the public sector.
Earn You Professional Credential
The Ohio Certified Public Manager® (OCPM) Program is a nationally accredited professional development program for public and nonprofit managers. It is open to participants with a wide range of backgrounds and does not require a degree for admission. The program helps current and aspiring managers strengthen their leadership abilities, improve workplace performance, and connect with a network of peers across sectors.
Learn more about the OCPM Program. »
Who Should Consider These Pathways?
- Professionals seeking to complete a degree while building new skills
- Mid-level managers pursuing leadership roles in public or nonprofit sectors
- Early-career individuals interested in long-term growth in public service
- Experienced professionals seeking formal credentials in management and leadership
Contact Information
Mailing Address
Cleveland State University
2121 Euclid Avenue, UR140
Cleveland, OH 44115
Campus Location
Urban Building, Room 140
1717 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44115
Contact Us
Phone: 216.687.3509
r.ziol@csuohio.edu