M.A. in Public Policy
O.P. Jindal Global University (MA PP)
INR 450,000 / $6,000 USD
24-36 months
16 courses with an estimate student effort of 10 hours a week
Master's degree
Offered by O.P. Jindal Global University (accredited)
100% online
Hands-on learning from anywhere, no travel required
Flexible elective options
Advance your career in public policy with a fully online master's programme
As a learner in this Master of Arts – Public Policy degree programme, you’ll master the skills to build a successful career in the complex public policy sector. Through an interdisciplinary approach and a special focus on developing economies, you’ll develop the ability to analyse contemporary political, economic, social, and environmental issues with India’s #1 University in Social Sciences, Arts & Humanities (QS University Rankings, 2022).
In this programme, you’ll have the opportunity to choose courses and topics that align with your unique learning and career goals and develop expertise in the areas that are most relevant to your path. Elective options include :
- Economic Policy and Reforms
- Environment Policy
- Social Policy
- Governance
- International Relations
The programme is offered by the Jindal School of Government and Public Policy (JSGP) at O.P. Jindal Global University. For over a decade, JSGP has been teaching the Master’s in Public Policy programme on-campus, and as a student in the online counterpart, you’ll benefit from the best practices and pedagogies they've developed as leaders in this field. JGU is entitled by the University Grants Commission (UGC) to award this degree.
As a graduate of the Jindal School of Government and Public Policy (JSGP), you’ll be prepared to pursue development and policymaking roles in :
- Government services
- Civil services
- CSR groups
- Academia
- Think tanks
- NGOs & media
- Political organisations
What makes this Master's degree unique?
Master’s Dissertation - Gain real-world policymaking experience
The Master's Dissertation provides a practical application of theoretical learnings and helps develop capacities to undertake independent research. You will be assigned a faculty mentor who will provide supervision for your dissertation thesis. In addition, you will also receive training in research writing and critical thinking to help deliver high-quality research in your dissertation thesis. Dissertation will not be a compulsory. Students will have the option of writing a dissertation thesis in the place of 2 electives.
Build competency in public and private sectors
In this programme, you'll build the skills to undertake policy analysis, formulation, monitoring, and assessment. With this skill set, you'll be prepared to pursue career opportunities in both public and corporate careers and be ideally positioned for greater responsibilities in policy-making and leadership roles.
Learn from both academic experts and policy practitioners
Programme faculties have served as academics, researchers, and policy practitioners with renowned organisations such as the United Nations, the Ford Foundation, the Commonwealth Secretariat, the International Labour Organization, and the World Bank. You can interact live with these experts throughout your time in the programme.
Earn your degree without any background in public policy or social sciences
This degree programme encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply. You'll only require an undergraduate degree (in any field or specialisation) from a recognised university in India or abroad.
Hear from our learners
Becoming a student in the MA in Public Policy program offered by O.P. Jindal Global University online via Coursera has been an amazing journey for me. My classes have been a joy to attend, full of interesting classmates from around the world, professors with a tremendous depth and breadth of understanding and scholarship in their fields, and a learning environment that is open to questions and opportunities to engage with other students and explore the topics covered. I highly recommend the program and the University.
— Patrick Callahan
(Spring 2023)Enrolling in the online MA in Public Policy program at JGU has been an absolutely transformative experience for me. The diverse subjects offered in the policy program range from economic policies, social welfare and environmental policies among others. These interdisciplinary subjects along with the hands-on projects are giving me a well-rounded perspective while deepening my interest in public policy.
— Gargi Srinivas
(Fall 2022)The Master of Arts in Public Policy program at O.P. Jindal Global University was truly transformative, providing a global perspective and practical learning. It empowered me to understand and reflect on public policy in Benin Republic (West Africa) over the past fifty years. The comprehensive curriculum and supportive faculty enabled invaluable insights into the current challenges and opportunities. Interacting with multicultural peers enriched my experience and sparked a passion for making positive contributions in public policy matters. I am immensely grateful for this education, which I wholeheartedly recommend to those seeking to create a meaningful impact on society through public policy.
— Laure Akpodji
(Spring 2022)About the Program
Admissions
Applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university in India or abroad. No work experience is required.
Programme
Build your policy analysis, formulation, monitoring, and evaluation skills with the Master of Arts in Public Policy.
Learn more about the programme.Careers
MPP graduates are equipped to work in development and public policy organisations, CSR initiatives, academic institutions, think tanks, NGOs, media and political organizations.
Learn more about careersStudent Experience
Develop quantitative and qualitative analytical skills, receive exposure to the real-world policy making process, and enhance your managerial skills through project work.
Learn more about student experienceAbout the University
JGU is India's No. 1 ranked private university and India's No. 1 ranked university dedicated to social sciences, arts and humanities (QS World University Rankings 2021).
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Importance of Public Policy practitioners
M.A. Public Policy programme equips students to perform effectively in complex policy environments. It is interdisciplinary in approach and enables students to address contemporary political, economic and social issues in a coherent and comprehensive manner. This programme imparts a strong training, in theory, covering key literature and debates. Students develop quantitative and qualitative analytical skills, receive an exposure to the real-world policy making process, and enhance their managerial skills.
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