Overview

The Business Administration and Public Policy with Business Administration and Public Administration-International Development at Harvard University provides a rigorous academic framework for students aiming to lead across the public, private, and non-profit sectors. This joint degree initiative combines the comprehensive management training of a master in business with deep expertise in international development and public policy. Students develop the necessary skills to address systemic issues through entrepreneurial problem-solving and economic analysis.

Why Business Administration and Public Policy with Business Administration and Public Administration-International Development at Harvard University?

This programme offers a unique collaborative environment between two world-renowned schools, fostering a tight-knit community of purpose-driven leaders. Students benefit from a pedagogy that emphasises cross-sector fluency, allowing them to translate between the worlds of finance, government, and social impact. The curriculum is designed to expand leadership capacity, grounded in a mission to educate individuals who make a significant difference in the world.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 78700 per year
National fee: USD 78700 per year
Local fee: USD 78700 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum merges the core requirements of both business and public administration disciplines, offering a blend of foundational management and policy-focused coursework. In the final years, students can tailor their learning through a variety of elective options from both participating schools. Modules may include:

Business, Government & the International Economy
Negotiations, Organizations & Markets
Technology & Operations Management
Accounting & Management
Entrepreneurial Management
Organizational Behavior
Finance
Marketing
Strategy

Careers with Business Administration and Public Policy with Business Administration and Public Administration-International Development

Graduates are positioned for high-impact roles in diverse fields such as domestic policy reform, international development, and microfinance. Alumni often secure leadership positions within government agencies, global development organisations, and impact-focused venture capital firms. Recent graduates have moved into influential roles including city mayors, engagement managers at top-tier consultancy firms, and co-founders of civic technology platforms. The programme also prepares individuals for careers in corporate development, infrastructure investment, and strategy within major financial institutions.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Resources, Incentives and Choices I: Markets and Market Failures

Quantitative Analysis and Empirical Methods

Policy Design and Delivery

Race and Racism in the Making of the United States as a Global Power

Negotiation Analysis

Enhancing Your Personal Leadership Effectiveness

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

90 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Cambridge, United States

Disciplines

Business Administration Public Administration Public Policy View 596 other Masters in Public Administration 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

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7.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

An international applicant is required to hold a college or university degree equivalent to a four-year American baccalaureate degree. Equivalent degrees include international three-year bachelor degree programs. All post-secondary educational institutions you have attended and received a degree from, including technical and professional schools, should be listed on the application form.

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Tuition Fees

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78700 USD / year

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Living costs

Cambridge

United States

1814 - 3756 USD / month

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