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227 Best Public Policy Master's Degree Programs for 2024

Discover the leading Public Policy Master's Degree programs for 2024. Our list of 227 courses is tailored to help you excel in your chosen field with WeUni.

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Master in Politics, Philosophy and Public Affairs (PPPA)

Università degli Studi di Milano

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Italy

Political Science, International Relations, Public Policy, Philosophy

Master of Arts (MA)

The interdisciplinary programme offering high-level competences in political science and philosophy, provides both a solid theoretical background and a practical sense of the challenges and opportunities connected to current political and social-economic phenomena and trends. Students can customize their study plans, etirely taught in Englihs, based on individual interests and career goals.

English

2 Years

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Master in Advanced European and International Studies – Applied European Policy and Governance Studies – Nice-Canterbury-Berlin

Centre international de formation européenne (CIFE)

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Germany, France, United Kingdom

Political Science, International Relations, Public Policy

Master's Degree

The Master in Advanced European and International Studies - Applied European Policy and Governance Studies is a one-year programme which is taught in two languages (English and French), with a trilingual option in German. The Master takes place in Nice-Canterbury-Berlin. Learn about European integration, international relations, EU policies and economics, participate in professional skills workshops and career coachings, improve your linguistic skills and acquire the competences to become a Policy Officer in international organisations. A special feature of this programme is the applied component at the crossroads of theory and practice.

English, French, German

1 Year

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MSc in Emerging Economies and International Development

King's College London - Faculty of Social Science & Public Policy

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United Kingdom

Economics, International Relations, Public Policy

Master of Science (MSc)

This Emerging Economies and International Development MSc is an interdisciplinary social science degree in international development with a unique focus on middle-income countries. It explores what we can learn from the experiences and development models of these emerging powers.

English

1 Year

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MSc in Finance, Technology and Policy

University of Edinburgh Business School

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United Kingdom

Public Policy, Information Systems, Business Administration, Finance

Master of Science (MSc)

The operation of financial markets and the delivery of financial services impact a variety of real-world issues including job creation and credit approval. Our vocationally minded Fintech MSc addresses the knowledge gap created by the pace of technological transformation in financial services and markets.

English

1 Year

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Master of Public Administration

Manchester Metropolitan University

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United Kingdom

Public Policy, Public Administration, Organizational Leadership

Master's Degree

This course is designed to provide the intellectual foundations for students aspiring to a career in leadership of public services.

English

1 Year

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MPA Master’s in Public Administration

Apsley Business School

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United Kingdom

Public Policy, Public Administration, Organizational Leadership

Master's Degree

The Master’s in Public Administration (MPA) offered by Apsley Business School is designed for professionals hoping to integrate the latest scholarship and theory with the practical day-to-day aspects of their business. The programme of study is flexible, with a strict focus on the quality of your assessed work, rather than volume. As such, it is ideal for the motivated high achiever, who is balancing their work, study and family commitments. The programme can be completed in 12 months on average, depending on your personalised study plan. Advanced Entry, scholarships and finance plans are available on application- please enquire about the eligibility criteria.

Masters in Global Inclusion and Social Development

University of Massachusetts Boston School for Global Inclusion and Social Development

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United States of America (USA)

Social Sciences, International Relations, Public Policy

Master's Degree

Whether you are switching careers, seeking a new opportunity, or looking to get a promotion, our master’s program in global inclusion and social development can help you reach the next level in your field.

English

1 Year

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MA in International Affairs (MAIA)

Boston University - Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies

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United States of America (USA)

Political Science, International Relations, Public Policy

Master of Arts (MA)

The Master of Arts in International Affairs (MAIA) is a versatile two-year program that prepares students to pursue a wide range of careers in the field of international relations, including in national governments and a variety of IGOs and NGOs.

English

2 Years

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Master of International Policy and Practice

The George Washington University - Elliott School Of International Affairs

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Online

United States of America (USA)

International Relations, Public Policy

Master's Degree

The Elliott School’s Master of International Policy and Practice (M.I.P.P.) is an advanced professional degree for mid-career practitioners. Combining rigorous academic training with the development of valuable career-enhancing skills, the program prepares students for leadership roles in international public policy. The program can be completed online or on-campus, and there are short-term study abroad opportunities to enhance the practical real-world application design of this program’s curriculum.

English

1 Year

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Master of Arts in Global Environmental Policy

American University

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United States of America (USA)

Environmental Science, International Relations, Public Policy

Master of Arts (MA)

Rising seas. Carbon-intensive economies and climate migrants. Environmental racism. Water grabs and soil erosion. Species extinction and global toxification. The Global Environmental Politics MA program provides perspectives and skills for a career that engages some of the most important and complex issues of our time. We believe that a healthy environment is required for human flourishing and that the work of environmental protection requires knowledgeable, committed, and strategic agents of change. Global environmental challenges are urgent and interconnected. We prepare our students with a flexible and rigorous curriculum that couples breadth with the ability to dive deeply into self-designed concentrations. Our goal is to empower our students to translate their passions for justice, ecological well-being, and humane governance into a lifetime of meaningful work. If this sounds like you, apply to join our community of scholars and graduate students in Washington, DC, the home of powerful leverage points for environmental and social change.

English

2 Years

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MSc in Cybersecurity and Public Policy

Tufts University - School of Engineering

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United States of America (USA)

Public Policy, IT & Computer Science

Master of Science (MSc)

Integrate technology and policy at Tufts and focus on international issues and responses in a wide variety of in-depth cybersecurity policy focus areas, ranging from development to national security.

English

1 Year

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Master of Public Policy (MPP)

University of Denver, Josef Korbel School of International Studies

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United States of America (USA)

Political Science, Public Policy, Public Administration

Master's Degree

The master's of public policy (MPP) is a 60-hour, two-year program. The MPP gives you the opportunity to analyze, create, and articulate innovative public policies responsive to the most challenging issues facing this nation, while respecting and supporting your passion to serve responsibly.

English

2 Years

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Master of Global Human Development (MGHD)

Georgetown University - SFS - School of Foreign Service

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United States of America (USA)

Social Sciences, International Relations, Public Policy

Master's Degree

Master of Global Human Development (MGHD) prepares students—through coursework, co-curricular activity, and a summer field assignment—to understand the challenges of development and provides them with the tools and experience to address those challenges as successful professionals.

English

2 Years

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Master of Public Administration

University of Illinois at Chicago College of Urban Planning and Public Affairs

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United States of America (USA)

Public Policy, Public Administration, Organizational Leadership

Master's Degree

An MPA degree can provide you with an opportunity to influence the communities you live in – the cities, states, and nations around the world. Employment demand for professionals with leadership, financial management, policy analysis, and other skills imparted by the MPA degree has never been stronger.

English

1 Year 3 Months

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Master of Public Policy

Pepperdine University School of Public Policy

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United States of America (USA)

Social Sciences, Political Science, Public Policy, Public Administration

Master's Degree

Compare Pepperdine's different approach to other programs. We use a unique leadership curriculum that melds quantitative policy analysis with coursework in history and political philosophy to prepare students for impactful careers on either side of the aisle.

English

2 Years

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MA in Public Affairs

Indiana University of Pennsylvania

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United States of America (USA)

Political Science, Public Policy, Public Administration

Master of Arts (MA)

We assume that you seek a degree that would facilitate entrance into, or promotion within, the public or private sector. It is also viewed primarily as a terminal degree. After completion, graduates possess the needed background and skills to assume positions as public administrators at local, state, national, and international levels. Your IUP interdisciplinary graduate degree in public affairs will differentiate you as a critical thinker and skilled analyst of political trends and management techniques. The broad base of knowledge that you acquire will give you an advantage as you seek employment in government, education, business, or interest groups.

Master of Public Administration (MPA) Program

University of Colorado Colorado Springs

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Online

United States of America (USA)

Public Policy, Public Administration

Master's Degree

The Master of Public Administration degree is multidisciplinary and designed to provide graduate professional education for individuals who wish to prepare themselves for administrative and/or policy careers in public, nonprofit, national security and criminal justice systems.

Master in Public Administration MPA

Augusta University Pamplin College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

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United States of America (USA)

Public Policy, Public Administration, Organizational Leadership

Master's Degree

If you're ready to advance your career in public service, then you are in the right place! In today's rapidly changing world, collaboration is the key to improving our world. To address today's complex problems, government leaders must work proactively with nonprofit organizations and for-profit businesses. The MPA is the degree of choice for professionals working in government and the nonprofit sector. Why? Because it gives students practical skills in working with others to address the complex problems facing our government and our society.

Master of Arts in Homeland Security

American Public University System - American Military University

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United States of America (USA)

Emergency & Disaster Management, Public Policy, Criminal Justice

Master of Arts (MA)

The Master of Arts in Homeland Security offers an advanced-level understanding of homeland defense, intelligence methods, terrorism, weapons of mass destruction, consequence management, interagency government issues, emergency management, public health, and information security. Members of the homeland security enterprise – such as the Department of Homeland Security, state and local public safety entities, and large corporations – are aggressively searching for people who have the advanced education required to become intellectual and strategic leaders in this field.

MASTER OF INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS

Columbia University School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA)

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United States of America (USA)

Political Science, International Relations, Public Policy

Master's Degree

The Master of International Affairs (MIA), which is underpinned by SIPA’s unrivaled expertise on issues that transcend national boundaries, prepares students to address major international issues as experts and leaders in governments and organizations around the world.

Master's Degree, Public Policy

A Master's Degree is a postgraduate academic degree awarded by universities or colleges upon completion of a specific course of study. It typically requires one to three years of full-time study and allows students to specialize in a particular field or area of interest, enhancing their knowledge and skills for career advancement.

Public Policy is a field of study that focuses on analyzing and addressing societal issues through the development and implementation of policies. Students in this field learn how to evaluate policy effectiveness, conduct research, and make informed decisions to create positive social change and improve governance.