442 Master's in Public Policy in North America

The dual degree in Community Planning and Public Health Practice and Policy from University of Maryland combines course work from the Community Planning and Public Health Practice programs to enable a student to complete both the Master of Community Planning and Master of Public Health Practice at the same time

The School of Marine Sciences at The University of Main offers a unique, strongly interdisciplinary Marine Sciences and Policy Dual Degree program, the dual concentration, where students concurrently complete concentrations in both marine policy and the biophysical marine sciences (i.e., marine biology or oceanography). 

The Political Science (Online) programme at Indiana University Bloomington offers a flexible, high-quality academic experience. This online degree allows students to study from any location while engaging with a world-class curriculum. The duration and part-time or full-time study modes provide versatile options for all learners.

The Homeland Security and Public Policy Certificate program offered by University of Southern California is a two-year program designed for students who already have a substantial undergraduate background in social sciences or relevant professional experience in subjects such as international relations, political science, environmental studies and social sciences. 

The accredited Education Policy (Online) program from Drexel University focuses on leading edge factors in educational policy-making and on application of policy-making skills. 

The Public Interest Certificate program offered at University of Southern California holds a longstanding reputation of excellence and impact within the field. Students develop “knowledge in action” through an interdisciplinary curriculum that develops analytical and theoretical competencies combined with immersive experiential learning.

The Political Science - International Affairs at the University of Central Oklahoma is a comprehensive Master of Arts degree. This on-campus programme requires 36 credit hours of study, blending core theoretical foundations with flexible electives to prepare students for advanced roles in global governance and research.

The Engineering and Public Policy programme at Carnegie Mellon University is a professional M.Sc. degree designed for technical experts. This public study mode course typically lasts three semesters, though it can be finished in nine months. It focuses on solving societal issues through science and social analysis.

The Master of Religion and Public Life from Emory University explores the dynamics of faith in the public sphere. The program is not for those interested in ordination but rather individuals who seek specialized training to enhance their ability to serve the church and the world in other capacities. 

The Quantitative Methods program of University of Pennsylvania is designed for professionals who have already earned a relevant master's degree and wish to advance their mastery of scale development and assessment, design of randomized field trials and experiments and the production of high-quality evidence for decision-making in public and organizational policy.

As a student in the Sustainability program of Tufts University, you'll develop knowledge and skills essential to create and support socio-ecological systems that address the needs of the present while ensuring that future generations can flourish.

The Public Policy program from Stony Brook University combines rigorous instruction in key components of public policy development with detailed analysis of specific public policy issues and fieldwork.

The M.A. in Public Policy at Rowan University is a comprehensive programme designed for aspiring public servants. This 39-credit course offers flexible study mode options for professionals. Students develop advanced analytical skills through rigorous research and field experience to lead effectively in diverse policy sectors.

Demand for master’s-level cybersecurity professionals increased seven times over, and a recent study projected a further increase of 28% over the next decade. Prepare for a long and successful career with the Cybersecurity and Public Policy program from Tufts University.

The Public Administration - Public Management degree at Baruch College prepares students from a variety of academic and professional backgrounds to excel in careers with a public policy, public management, or nonprofit management orientation. 

The Global Affairs - International Crime and Justice M.Sc. at Florida International University (FIU) is a two-year professional programme. Delivered through a public study mode, this curriculum prepares future leaders to address complex global challenges within government and international organisations.

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

If you want to pursue management-level careers focused on policy and organizational change, this MS in Management in Policy and Organizational Change program at Indiana Wesleyan University was designed to help you accomplish your goals.

The 30-credit Public Affairs offers two semesters of carefully designed, challenging coursework in economics, statistics, values and ethics, politics, policy writing, and management and leadership, with room for electives from across the University of Michigan tailored to students’ individual interests in public affairs. 

The M.P.H. in Health Policy and Management at Columbia University is a comprehensive master level programme delivered in a public study mode. It integrates rigorous academic research with practical administrative training, designed to equip future leaders with the skills to navigate and improve complex global healthcare systems.