Programs of Study

The School of Public Policy (SPP) offers a competitive academic environment featuring small classes, internship and study-abroad opportunities, and one-on-one interaction between faculty and students.

Academically, SPP pursues six principal themes: governance, regional and economic development, international commerce and policy, science and technology policy, entrepreneurship, and culture and values. The challenging curriculum prepares students to be problem-solvers and leaders in their fields.

The School holds information sessions on its master's degree programs and the discipline's largest doctoral program. SPP also provides opportunities for advanced professional study through its executive education program for people who already hold bachelors degrees and for companies interested in specialized training for their employees.

• Ph.D. in Public Policy View this link for detailed Ph.D. information.

View our Ph.D. brochure for an overview.

• International Commerce and Policy (M.A.)
• Public Policy (M.P.P.)
• JD/MPP Joint Degree Program in Law and Public Policy Studies
• Professional Studies in Organization Development and Knowledge Management (M.S.)
  • ODKM - NLC Program (available only for Union affiliates)
• Knowledge Management (M.A.)
• Transportation Policy, Operations, and Logistics (M.A.)
• Peace Operations (M.S.)

Certificate Programs
The School of Public Policy also offers certificate programs in which a student can gain specialized knowledge in a number of different areas.View the following link for detalied certificate information.

Executive Education
The school offers customized and open enrollment programs. View the following link for detailed information about our executive education program.

Study Abroad
Study Abroad programs provide excellent opportunities to network with political leaders, business people, academics, and practitioners throughout the world. View detailed information about study abroad programs.

View our Study Abroad brochure for an overview.