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Public Policy

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Apex , United States
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Masters
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Public Administration | Public Policy Studies
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Social Sciences
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English
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Program Overview

Introduction to the UNC MPA Program

The UNC MPA program offers a nationally ranked leadership degree for full and part-time students. Our graduates are public service leaders who transform the communities where they work and live.


Admissions

  • We are seeking individuals who have a passion for public service & the desire to be a leader.
  • How to Apply: We encourage applications from anyone passionate about public service leadership.
  • On-Campus or Online: Choose your format. Compare credits, benefits, and schedules of each option.
  • Tuition & Scholarships: Get tuition, financial aid, and scholarship options for online and on-campus formats.
  • Events: Learn about the UNC MPA program
  • FAQ: Get answers about admissions, financial aid, scholarships, and more.

Academics

  • UNC MPA is committed to preparing leaders who are confident decision-makers and resource managers.
  • Why an MPA?: Learn why many of today’s leaders have chosen the versatility of an MPA degree.
  • Dual Degrees: Get the best of two concentrations so your options remain as broad as your knowledge.
  • Degree Requirements: Find out what's needed before taking the next steps towards your MPA degree.
  • Courses: Find classes and plan a course list that fits your goals.
  • Professional Work Experience: Utilize a cornerstone of the UNC MPA curriculum and get real-world experience.
  • Concentrations: Customize your program to focus your journey on your destination.

Careers

  • Whether new to public administration, changing careers, or looking to advance in a current role, our students know that an MPA from UNC-Chapel Hill can lead to expanded opportunities for a satisfying career in public service.
  • Career Services: We are committed to your journey from your first day through graduation and beyond.
  • Outcomes: See MPA career outcomes in each sector and plan your path forward.
  • Hire UNC MPA: See the benefits of hiring a UNC MPA graduate for your organization.

Alumni

  • The UNC MPA alumni community extends to every corner of North Carolina, across the United States, and in seven countries.
  • Meet Our Alumni: Meet our community of more than 1,500 active alumni.
  • Ways to Engage: Our alumni community is one of the key strengths of our program
  • Support: Help support our students and the work of our faculty.
  • Alumni Directory: See our alumni and read about their paths from MPA to successful careers.
  • Impact Newsletter: Explore current and past issues of our bi-annual newsletter featuring alumni, faculty, and program highlights.

About

  • The UNC MPA program offers a nationally ranked leadership degree for full and part-time students.
  • Faculty Directory: Meet our faculty and staff, and discover what drives them.
  • Our Faculty: Meet our renowned experts in a wide array of public sectors.
  • Our Students: Our students are accomplished, diverse, and committed to public service.
  • Our Alumni: Our network provides opportunities for professional and personal connections.
  • Location: Read more about our Chapel Hill, NC, campus.
  • Diversity & Inclusion: Our leaders are committed to ensuring diverse persons of any background are invited, included, and treated equally.
  • News & Events: See the latest UNC MPA news and upcoming events.
  • MPA Matters Student Blog: Explore the current happenings & pursuits of our MPA students.

Public Policy Concentration

It is increasingly important for professionals who work in or with the public sector to understand policy process, evaluation, and ramifications. Through UNC MPA’s public policy concentration, students will develop the advanced skills and knowledge needed to understand, influence, and analyze public policy.


Benefits of a Public Policy Concentration

MPA graduates who possess an understanding of public policy will be well-prepared for a range of rewarding career possibilities in both the public and private sectors:


  • City/county management
  • Budget and fiscal management and policy
  • Consulting
  • Public affairs and communications
  • Transportation
  • Urban planning
  • Policy and program evaluation
  • Community and economic development
  • Government relations

Coursework

In the public policy concentration, students will gain a strong foundation in analytical skills and a broad understanding of policy issues that can be tailored to specific interests and career goals. Also, students will examine public policy as it relates to ethics, values, and politics. Coursework is available in economics, data science, theory, program evaluation, and design thinking; students may also take courses with specific areas of focus such as health and poverty.


Requirements for Public Policy Concentration

Students who want to pursue a concentration in public policy must complete the Introduction to Public Policy course plus at least six additional elective credits from the link below or other elective courses approved in advance:


  • PLCY 710: Introduction to Public Policy (3 credit hours)
  • PLCY 700 level or higher electives (6 credit hours)
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