Overview

As a learner in this M.A. in Public Policy offered by Coursera in partnership with O.P. Jindal Global University you'll gain the expertise to excel in diverse roles within the dynamic field of public policy. Our interdisciplinary curriculum and focus on developing economies will equip you to address pressing political, economic, social, and environmental challenges.

Join India's #1 University in Social Sciences, Arts & Humanities (Q.S. University Rankings, 2023) and unlock your potential to shape impactful policies for a better tomorrow.

Tailor your degree: Tracks of Specialisation

These tracks will require you to take core courses to build capacities and expertise to apply specialised skills to policymaking. The tracks are tied with industry certifications that add substantially to your progress in the programme and provide opportunities for career progression. The programme offers two distinct learning paths:

Data Analytics track Our Data Analytics track will train you to work with complex data sets, visualise data, evaluate the effectiveness of policies using quantitative techniques and explore the role of machine learning and artificial intelligence in policymaking. It is ideal for those aiming for government, non-profits or consulting careers seeking to utilise data-driven insights for effective policy-making.

Policy Design track Our Policy Design track will allow you to delve deeper into the theory of public policy and develop capacities for program design and evaluation. Ideal for those seeking careers in government, international organisations, NGOs, and consulting firms, this track prepares graduates for roles like policy analyst, program evaluator, and government advisor in public policy, international relations, and social welfare sectors.

Launch your career in Public Policymaking

Build a career in public policymaking

Take up key roles in domestic policy bodies and corporates

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Types of Career Opportunities

Development and policy sectors

International organisations

Social and development initiatives of corporations

Accreditation

JGU has been awarded the highest grade ‘A’ by India’s National Accreditation and Assessment Council (NAAC).

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Theories of Public Policy

Qualitative Analysis and Survey Design

Law, Governance and Public Policy

Macroeconomics: Foundation and Insights

Statistical Methods and Data Analysis

Econometrics Theory and Practice

International Organizations and Policy Regimes

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 12 months
- 15 hrs/week

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-31 00:00:00
Starting 2027-04-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-30 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Self-paced

Campus Location

Mountain View, United States

Disciplines

Public Policy View 107 other Masters in Public Policy in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

The online MPP programme requires an undergraduate degree from any recognised university in India or abroad. The admission process will include a review of academics transcripts and a statement of purpose.

Personal Info

Academic transcripts

Resume / CV

Written Essay

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

2920 USD / year

≈ 2920 USD / year

Additional Details

The cost of the programme is INR 2,50,000 for Indian applicants

Internationals: total tuition fee would be the local currency equivalent on the day of payment

Funding

Coursera provides financial aid to learners who cannot afford the fee. Apply for it by clicking on the Financial Aid link beneath the "Enroll" button on the left. You'll be prompted to complete an application and will be notified if you are approved. You'll need to complete this step for each course in the Specialization, including the Capstone Project.

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Scholarships Information

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