Master of Arts in Public Policy

Program level : 
Graduate (Master’s)
Degree awarded: 
MA
Official title: 
Master of Arts in Public Policy
Host unit(s): 
Department of Public Policy
Type of degree: 
CEU
Program accreditation: 
Program approved and registered by the New York State Education Department
Program length : 
1 year (10 months)
Program administrator: 
Henriett Griecs
Tuition fees and fellowship information: 
Start of the program : 
September
Program Description: 

The program combines a strong basis in the core subjects of public policy with specialization in selected policy areas. Courses combine analysis and critical thinking with problem-solving. Students work on
both academic research papers and problem-oriented policy briefs, using quantitative and qualitative research methods.

If they wish, MA students may specialize in any of the four fields below:

• European Public Policy

• International Public Policy 

• Decentralized Governance

• Higher Education Policy and Management 

Media, Information and Communications Policy

• Political and Economic Development

Equality and Social Justice