Overview

The Global Leadership programme from Columbia University helps prepare experienced professionals to tackle global challenges and make a difference. It’s a 10-month, full-time programme for leaders with more than 10 years of experience who seek the skills to keep growing in their careers, enhance their leadership capacity, and create greater impact.

Join a cohort of leaders — in business, international and domestic public affairs, and the nonprofit sector — striving for meaningful change. You’ll become part of the School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA) community at Columbia University, a place that fosters some of the world’s boldest thinkers and doers.

Why an MPA in Global Leadership

Customize a curriculum that best suits your needs. You’ll follow SIPA’s rigorous curriculum and enjoy access to the best tools and guidance to manage your professional development. Customize 75 percent of your studies with courses that will help you achieve your professional goals.

Join a highly accomplished group of professionals. Your classmates will comprise a diverse international community and a range of disciplinary backgrounds, enriching the learning environment of the program. Learn from their experiences, work collaboratively, and build lifelong relationships.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Integrative Seminar on Global Policy Leadership

Individualized course of study from SIPA courses and eligible courses elsewhere in Columbia University

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 10 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-07-31 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00

More details

The programme starts at the end of July.

Language

English

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IELTS

7.5

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Manhattan, United States

Disciplines

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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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Other requirements

General requirements

This 10-month degree program is designed for leaders with an average of 10 to 15 years of experience who seek to deepen their knowledge of specific global policy issues, strengthen analytical and leadership skills, and expand their professional networks.

Personal statement / Essay questions

Professional résumé / CV

Two recommendations (a third one is optional) from individuals in professional and academic settings who know you well and can provide insight on your qualifications for the program

Academic transcripts (undergraduate and beyond)

GRE or GMAT scores (optional)

Evidence of fluency in English if it’s not your native language. See more details in the FAQs.

Application fee: $95

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Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

76882 USD / full

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Out-of-State

76882 USD / full

≈ 76882 USD / full
Domestic

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In-State

76882 USD / full

≈ 76882 USD / full

Living costs

Manhattan

United States

2638 - 5751 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Overview

Why an MPA in Global Leadership

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Manhattan

Financing

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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