442 Master's in Public Policy in North America

The Urban Planning and Public Policy programme at Harvard University is a comprehensive master level course delivered through a public study mode. This rigorous curriculum focuses on community development and urban planning, equipping students with the expertise to lead in design and scholarship over a standard duration.

Governance and Public Policy from The University of the West Indies focuses on issues relevant to small developing countries operating within a dynamic international environment.

The National Security and Public Policy Postgraduate certificate at George Mason University  offers the in conjunction with its master's programs.

The Public Policy - Policy Informatics MPP program from Arizona State University trains people capable of leading by making positive policy decisions, addressing the difficult questions associated with public policy, and managing the process of policy creation, approval, implementation and evaluation.

International Public and Development Management from The University of the West Indies responds to the “global management revolution” in which public services and policy management are designated development management and seeks to equip students with adequate conceptual and practical tools for managing development efforts. 

Higher Education (Online) from Oklahoma State University is designed to prepare students for leadership positions at public and private colleges and universities.

The Latin American Studies and Public Affairs MA/MPAff dual degree offered at University of Texas at Austin responds to an increased need in both public and private sectors for policy specialists with a thorough understanding of Latin American politics, cultures, geography and history.

The University of Illinois Springfield Master of Public Policy degree (MPP) seeks to prepare students with the skills and abilities to analyze and evaluate public policy to serve the public interest and civic engagement. 

The masters in Higher Education, Student Affairs and International Education Policy - Student Affairs program from University of Maryland is committed to the preparation of student affairs educators in higher education environments. 

The Public and International Affairs Master at the University of Ottawa is a bilingual, interdisciplinary programme. This full-time course in Ottawa lasts two years, offering a public study mode. It prepares students for global policy careers through expert mentorship, professional internships, and international exchanges.

The Public Policy (1-year Program) at New York University is an intensive master level course designed for professionals. This full-time programme provides advanced analytical training in public policy. Students complete the degree over one year, gaining the expertise needed to lead in the public and non-profit sectors.

The Education Policy Analysis and Leadership M.Ed. at the University of California, Riverside is a professional degree focusing on school reform and governance. This in-person programme offers flexible completion within one to two years. It provides expert training in policy evaluation for local and national education levels.

Public Policy from University of Chicago  teaches you how to turn your passion for doing good into proven social impact through one of our full- or part-time degree programs.

The M.Ed. in Education and Social Policy at the University of Kansas is a 30-credit public programme designed to be completed in under two years. This degree develops expertise in educational reform and social issues, preparing students for impactful roles in diverse organisational settings through a flexible study mode.

The Duke University Master of International Development Policy (MIDP) is a unique, flexible interdisciplinary degree program that trains mid-career professionals who plan to dedicate their careers to policy-making and public service in and for developing countries.

The Public Policy - Think Tank and Policy Research  program offered by Liberty University provides a unique opportunity to conduct in-depth policy research both on your own and in a group policy research project. 

The M.Sc. in Public Policy and Management - Data Analytics Track at Carnegie Mellon University is a rigorous two-year, full-time programme. It combines quantitative expertise with policy analysis to solve complex societal issues. Students master advanced data tools while based at the university's Pittsburgh campus.

Data Science for Public Policy from Cornell University equips you with the analytical tools, ethical frameworks, and career-ready skills to lead in a data-driven world. 

Apply decision-making science to marketing, finance, public policy and organizational strategy. This Behavioral Economics graduate program from Evidentia University moves from cognitive bias and choice architecture to a defended applied project in your own professional domain.

The M.S. in Educational Research Methods and Policy Studies program at University of Kentucky is designed for students who are interested in jointly developing their training in research methods and educational policy studies.