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Master's Degrees
Master in Public PolicyThe two-year Master in Public Policy (MPP) program provides future public leaders with the conceptual framework and practical skills necessary to succeed in public service. The MPP core requirements are built upon strong foundations in analysis, management, and leadership. The Master in Public Policy and Urban Planning (MPP/UP) is offered in cooperation with Graduate School of Design. More |
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Master in Public AdministrationThe two-year Master in Public Administration (MPA2) is a flexible program designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of established professionals and dual-degree students seeking further leadership responsibilities in the public, nonprofit, and private sectors. More |
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Mid-Career Master in Public AdministrationThe one-year Mid-Career Master in Public Administration (MC/MPA) is an intensive eight credit program. Prospective MC/MPA from developing, newly industrialized, and transitional economy countries must apply through the Mason Program. The MC/MPA is designed to increase the knowledge and skills of well established, high-performing professionals. More |
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Master in Public Administration/International DevelopmentThe two-year Master in Public Administration in International Development (MPA/ID) program, the Harvard Kennedy School's newest program, is designed to prepare the next generation of leaders in international development. It is an economics-centered, multi-disciplinary program, combining rigorous training in analytical and quantitative methods with an emphasis on policy and practice. More |
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Joint & Concurrent Degrees
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