Program Overview

Public Policy and Management Programme

The Public Policy and Management programme is a unique master’s programme that combines public policy theory with modern management tools. The programme prepares students to effectively design and implement public policies at both national and international levels, offering an interdisciplinary approach that integrates political science, law, economics, and management. The studies are conducted in English and delivered in a modern hybrid learning model, with 75% of classes held online, allowing for study in an international environment and flexible adaptation to students’ individual needs.

Programme Description

The programme offers a unique combination of academic knowledge with practical analytical and decision-making skills. Students develop competencies in public resource management, analysis of social and political issues, and the application of modern technologies in decision-making processes, including artificial intelligence and big data analysis. Through collaboration with international experts and the use of innovative teaching methods, graduates are well-prepared to tackle contemporary global challenges and shape the future of public policy.

Available Programmes

• First-cycle programme: Not available
• Second-cycle programme:
  • Study mode: Part-time programme
  • Language of instruction: English
  • Profile: General academic
  • Duration: 2 years (4 semesters)
  • Title: Magister (equivalent of Master’s degree)
  • Main discipline: Management and Quality Studies

Faculty of Management and Social Communication

The Faculty of Management and Social Communication is located on the 600th Anniversary Campus of the Jagiellonian University. The Faculty's headquarters is a modern building equipped with state-of-the-art lecture halls, seminar rooms, and computer labs. The diversity of programmes offered by the Faculty makes it one of the most interdisciplinary units at the Jagiellonian University. Studying at the Faculty of Management and Social Communication means:

• Outstanding academic staff
• Unique degree programmes that are not available at other universities in Poland
• The opportunity to obtain double degrees in cooperation with European universities
• Collaboration with businesses
• Comfortable learning conditions in a beautiful, green campus setting
• Access to UJOT.TV Student Television and UJOT.FM Student Radio
• Numerous student research clubs reflecting the broad scope of research topics and the Faculty’s diverse academic offer

Curriculum Overview

In the programme curriculum, you may find information about the subjects you will attend while studying this programme. The programme indicates which subjects are scheduled for each semester of the studies, which are mandatory, which belong to the group of elective subjects (so-called optional subjects), which of them end with an exam, and which do not. Each subject in such a programme curriculum has its syllabus, which is a description of what students learn within the scope of that subject.

Student Life

Time spent at the university is not all about education and class participation; it is also an excellent opportunity to develop hobbies and interests. Many research societies and student organizations operate at the Jagiellonian University, including faculty- and university-wide ones. These societies allow students to spend their free time actively, gain knowledge, develop their talents, participate in engaging, unconventional projects, go on research and team-building trips, participate in conferences, and meet fellow students outside the lecture halls.

Admission to Studies

Admission to study programmes at the Jagiellonian University is conducted electronically in the Online Application System. If you have any questions related to admission, please contact the Admissions Office directly. Detailed information about admission to this study programme, including information on the method of calculating the result, qualification criteria, fees, deadlines, and a list of required documents are available on the Online Application System.

Graduates

Graduates of the Public Policy and Management programme will acquire interdisciplinary knowledge in public policy, management, law, and economics. They will be able to analyze and design effective public policies, manage public resources, and make strategic decisions in the dynamic environment of public administration and the public sector. They will develop skills in data analysis, the use of modern technologies (including AI and big data) in management, as well as effective communication and negotiation in an international setting.

Career Opportunities

Graduates will find employment in public administration, international organizations, think tanks, research institutes, consulting firms, and the private sector, where public policy influences business strategies. They may work as policy analysts, government advisors, public strategy specialists, managers in non-governmental organizations, and experts in regional development and international cooperation.