PORTFOLIO

1. What is my portfolio?
   
A record of all of studies within the program.


2. What belongs in my portfolio?
1. Current resume of student
2. Syllabi of ALL courses taken, including electives
3. All papers prepared in each class—keep copy of such papers
4. All quizzes, tests, and examinations taken and returned
5. Internship report
6. Conferences attended
7. Public presentations
8. Professional goals and aspirations


3. When does the faculty evaluate your portfolio?
1. You submit your portfolio to the faculty at the time of your exit examination, which is during the semester of graduation. The Public Administration Institute will notify each applicant for graduation that he or she should bring MPA Portfolio with him or her to the exit examination. Following your exit examination, the faculty will return your portfolio.


4. What is the purpose of your portfolio?
1. There are five main purposes to completing your portfolio:
1. Connect a student’s academic experience to professional preparation and career development
2. Integrate information from the various courses within the MPA curriculum
3. Encourage students to examine progress and training throughout the program
4. Provide reference for students as they begin careers
5. Reminder of academic training as students begin interview process and career opportunities