For over two decades, Steve Szep has served in the public sector. In addition to his Information Technology pursuits, Public Administration has been a central focus of his career throughout the years. Currently, he is a Doctoral candidate at Valdosta State University, pursuing his D.P.A.
Education and Academic Qualifications
Steve Szep’s journey in Public Administration officially began when he received his M.P.A. from Troy University in 1998. Complete with a concentration in Public Management, the program solidified his already growing mastery in the area of Public Administration.
Now, Szep is pursuing a Doctorate in Public Administration (D.P.A.) at Valdosta State University. The concentration of his degree is on Public Policy. In order to achieve doctorate level expertise in Public Administration, Szep’s studies are currently focusing on the many areas that come into play in such a field. Specifically, his coursework focuses on the study of:
- Human Resources
- Organizational Theory
- Policy Analysis
- Statistics
- Budgeting
- Ethics
Steve Szep is currently in the process of working on his doctoral dissertation. A professional who has always identified as a lifelong student, Szep works diligently to strengthen his command on the areas in which he has established his career. His pursuit of his D.P.A. has afforded him in depth understanding on administrative law, which he aims to translate to his work in the financial sphere.
Tried and True: A Professional Put to The Test
During the 2007/2008 global financial crisis, Steve Szep’s Public Administration career saw him working directly in the financial system. This point of economic hardship, known as the Great Recession, has been widely regarded by economists as the most detrimental financial crisis since the Great Depression in the 1930s. Experiencing this crisis, as a professional, posed the ultimate challenge for Steve Szep. During this period, his responsibilities included leading examination teams during times of great stress, which put his Public Administration abilities to the ultimate, real world test. A master of the trade, Szep persevered. In fact, his experiences in times of great turmoil and stress only solidified his professional focus, proving that his pursuits have led him to where he needs to be.