Overview
Public Policy from The American University in Cairo's curriculum, while focused on building and sharing a knowledge base centered on Egypt and the region, comprehensively incorporates international experience and global best practices. The MPP program rigorously prepares students in policy research and analysis, public governance, communication and policy design and implementation. Our students are also trained to maintain high ethical standards, which they practice through curricular and extracurricular engagement in community service.
Careers
Students have the opportunity to engage with notable public leaders from a myriad of social sectors and complete assignments directly relevant to the critical work of policymaking bodies and civil service organizations. Outside of the classroom, our department is also dedicated to curating one-of-a-kind learning opportunities, such as university events and internship programs aimed at broadening students’ networks and enriching their academic experience.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Research Methods for Public Policy and Administration
- Economics for Public Policy Analysis
- Role of Government in a Market-Oriented Economy
- Public Policy Theory & Practice
- Public Policy Theory and Practice
- Qualitative Analysis for Policy and Administration
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
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Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- Cairo, Egypt
Disciplines
Public PolicyWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Candidates for the MPP or DPP should have adequate preparation in quantitative analytic methods. Relevant professional experience is desirable but not required.
- Applicants for graduate study must have an accredited Bachelor’s degree with an academic record at a level sufficient to qualify for full or provisional admission.
- An online application for graduate studies
- Online payment of the application fee
- A statement of purpose
- CV
- At least two online letters of recommendation from persons familiar with your academic or professional background
- Official academic records, of which one must be a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with proof of degree completion.
- Satisfactory English language proficiency test results
- Graduate students may be asked to demonstrate minimum competency in the use of computers and academic libraries as they relate to graduate study and research
- One recent passport size photograph (a clear electronic copy)
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Tuition Fees
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Applies to youNon-residents13230 USD / year≈ 13230 USD / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents10746 USD / year≈ 10746 USD / year
Living costs
Cairo
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Funding
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