Program Overview

Public Policy and Data Analytics, Master

The Master's program in Public Policy and Data Analytics is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of public policy and data analytics. The program consists of core courses, electives, and a capstone project.

Core Courses

• PPD 710: Quantitative Policy Analysis I: Foundations of Data Analytics for Public Policy (3 hours)
• PPD 712: Quantitative Policy Analysis II: Statistics for Public Policy (3 hours)
• PPD 714: Data Visualization & Storytelling for Public Policy (3 hours)
• PPD 720: Public Policy Design (3 hours)
• PPD 722: Public Policy Implementation and Management (3 hours)
• PPD 730: Data Ethics, Privacy, and Governance (3 hours)
• PPD 799: Capstone (3 hours)
• PAD 714: Research Methods for Public Administration (3 hours)
• PAD 730: Data Analytics and Public Administration (3 hours)

Electives

• AIN 720: Applications of Machine Learning Techniques
• CMS 722: Strategic Communications
• EDL 714: Using Research and Data to Lead School Improvement
• PAD 710: Public Administration Principles
• PAD 712: Financial Management and Budgeting
• PAD 732: Equity and Public Policy
• PAD 750: Housing and Development
• PAD 751: Sustainability and Environmental Systems
• PMP 710: Project Management Essentials
• TCH 720: Python Programming Essentials

Program Requirements

The program requires a total of 30 hours to complete, including core courses, electives, and a capstone project. Students must select one elective course from the list of available options.

The School of Professional Studies

The School of Professional Studies at Wake Forest University offers a range of degree programs, including the Master's in Public Policy and Data Analytics. Other programs offered by the school include:

• AI Strategy and Innovation, Master
• Communications, Master
• Cybersecurity Leadership, Master
• Digital Marketing, Master
• Educational Leadership, Master
• Enterprise Risk Management, Master
• Financial Technology and Analytics, Master
• Health Administration, Master
• Health Informatics, Master
• Information Technology Management, Master
• Project Management, Master
• Public Administration, Master

Academic Bulletin

The Academic Bulletin provides information on the university's academic programs, including degree requirements, course descriptions, and academic policies. The bulletin is available in print and online, and can be downloaded as a PDF.