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Master of Public Policy (M.P.P.)

This degree can help you bring about social change through effective public policy. Explore ways to evaluate, implement, and create effective policy change across the private and public sectors. This program offers a variety of specializations so that you can align your coursework with your professional goals. Prepare for a career in local, state, or federal government agencies or nonprofit and corporate entities.

Specializations (in addition to the General Program)

  • Criminal Justice
  • Emergency Management
  • Health Policy
  • Homeland Security Policy
  • Homeland Security Policy and Coordination
  • Interdisciplinary Policy Studies
  • International Nongovernmental Organizations (NGOs)
  • Law and Public Policy
  • Local Government Management for Sustainable Communities
  • Nonprofit Management and Leadership
  • Public Management and Leadership
  • Terrorism, Mediation, and Peace

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