Program Overview

Master in Public Policy - MPP

The Master in Public Policy (MPP) programme is a two-year intensive programme designed to equip students with the core knowledge and analytical skills needed to tackle pressing public policy problems. Students in the MPP programme are expected to design innovative and practical solutions to address critical policy challenges confronting governments and society in a rapidly changing world.

Overview

• The curriculum is built on a strongly interdisciplinary intellectual foundation drawn from public policy, economics, public management, and political science, along with an emphasis on training in research methods for policy analysis.
• The MPP aims to effectively combine methodological rigour and real-world relevance, allowing students to explore a wide range of careers in both the public and private sectors or non-governmental organisations.
• Through a mix of core and elective modules, students will have the opportunity to develop professional competencies in a range of policy-relevant areas.

The Master in Public Policy Class Profile

• Coming from more than 20 countries around the world, students from the MPP cohort are drawn from the public, private, and not-for-profit sectors.

Programmes Offered

• Lee Kuan Yew Senior Fellowship in Public Service (SFPS)
• Master in International Affairs (MIA)
• Master in Public Policy (MPP)
• Master in Public Administration (MPA)
• MPAM (高级公共行政与管理硕士)
• PhD in Public Policy

Executive Education

• Open Enrolment Programmes
• Customised Programmes
• 高级管理培训课程 (中文)

Research Centres

• Asia Competitiveness Institute
• Centre on Asia & Globalisation
• Institute of Policy Studies
• Institute for Environment and Sustainability

Research

• Our Research
• Publications
• Case Studies

Application Details

• Application Date: 1 Aug - 15 Dec every year

Curriculum

The curriculum is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of public policy, including its theoretical foundations, methodological approaches, and practical applications.

Admissions Criteria

The admissions criteria for the MPP programme include a strong academic record, relevant work experience, and a demonstrated interest in public policy.

Student Exchange

MPP students can participate in student exchange programmes with a wide network of universities globally, allowing them to expand their learning and gain international experience.

Concurrent Degree Programme

The MPP programme offers a concurrent degree option, allowing students to pursue two degrees simultaneously.

Double Degree Programme

The MPP programme also offers a double degree option, allowing students to earn two degrees from different institutions.

Tuition Fees

The tuition fees for the MPP programme are structured to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the costs associated with pursuing the degree.

FAQs

Frequently asked questions about the MPP programme are answered, providing prospective students with a better understanding of the programme and its requirements.