School of Public Policy Certificates

In conjunction with our master’s degrees, the School of Public Policy also offers certificate programs in which a student can gain specialized knowledge in a number of different areas. Whether you pursue a certificate in addition to a master’s degree or are simply looking to enhance your professional experience, SPP’s certificates will allow you to remain competitive in an increasingly complex global economy. SPP offers certificates in 15 different areas of study:

• Collaboration & Learning in Policy Organizations
  
• Culture and Values in Social Policy
  
• Global Trade Management
  
• Governance Systems & Policy Management
  
• International Business Planning
  
• International Governance & Institutions
  
• International Market Analysis
  
• Managing International Commerce
  
• Global Medical Policy
  
• National Security & Public Policy
  
• Regional Economic Development & Technology Policy
  
• Regional Trade Policy & Planning
  
• Science & Technology Policy
  
• Science, Technology & the Global Economy
  
• Transportation and Logistics Policy

Participation in a certificate program requires submission of a complete application to the School of Public Policy. Applicants are required to follow the same Admissions Procedures as students applying to one of our master’s degrees. Students applying for a certificate program should already have a bachelor’s degree.

All certificates require the completion of five courses. Students already pursuing a master’s degree in the School of Public Policy may take an additional three courses and also receive a certificate. Each certificate requires one core course and four additional courses which can be chosen from an approved list. Certificates identified with an asterisk require that one of the four elective courses has an international focus. (Courses that are considered international in nature are followed by "Int’l.")

Certificate Curriculum and Program Requirements