The master of public informatics (M.P.I.) program is designed specifically for students with undergraduate degrees in a wide range of fields, while demonstrating competency in one or more programming languages and holding skills in data management via coursework, work experience, or a combination thereof. The M.P.I. program will educate professionals in the competencies needed in public informatics: context, statistics, programming, data management, data analytics, visualization, spatial analysis, applications, and the integration of these skills. Graduates of the new program will bring cutting-edge skills and a deep understanding of context to an emerging field.