Master of Public Policy (MPP)
Programme
Objectives
Modern societies confront multifaceted policy challenges such as healthcare reform, climate change, inequality, technological innovation, and governance effectiveness. Addressing these demands require a skilled cadre of policy professionals who can navigate complex issues and balance diverse stakeholder interests. Governments, non-governmental organizations, international bodies, think tanks, and private sector entities require policy experts to tackle intricate problems. The demand extends to policy analysts, advisors, consultants, researchers, and government officials capable of evidence-based decision-making.
Effective policy-making demands interdisciplinary insights. The two-year Master of Public Policy (MPP) programme fosters an understanding of how economics, sociology, political science, health and other disciplines intersect to shape policy outcomes. This holistic approach equips graduates with a nuanced perspective on policy dynamics.
Duration & Pedagogy
The programme commences in the first week of August every year. It is an 80 credit 24-month full time programme spread across 4 semesters. Pedagogy for each module has been meticulously planned with emphasis on experiential learning through interactive class discussions, internships, field assignments, and research projects. The school infrastructure has been thoughtfully designed to promote interaction and team work.
Students also have the unique opportunity to be part of various student driven activities. These include student clubs, professional development events, hackathons, field trips, observing health days, editing a quarterly newsletter, cultural and sports fest. These provide them a chance to explore new topics, showcase leadership skills, be culturally sensitive and gain new skills.
Fees Structure 2025-2026
INR 5,60,000/- Per Year
Curriculum
The first year comprises of courses that aim to develop student competencies in foundational and theoretical areas of public policy.
| Semester I | Semester II | Semester III | Semester IV |
| Introduction to Public Policy and Government Systems | Fundamentals of Macroeconomics and Public Policy | Sectoral Public Policies | Capstone Project Conclusion |
| Social Foundation of Public Policy | Qualitative Research Methods for Public Policy | Role of Digital Technologies in Public Policy | Internship |
| Constitution of India – Democracy, Citizenship, and Political Participation | Gender Mainstreaming and Public Policy | Climate Change and its Impact | Policy Action Lab IV |
| Quantitative Research Methods for Public Policy | Health Systems Framework | Data Collection for the Capstone Project | |
| Fundamentals of Microeconomics and Public Policy | History of Public Policy in India – Hits and Misses | Policy Action Lab III | |
| Policy Action Lab I | Economic Policy Reforms and Growth in India | Specialization: Health Policy | |
| Soft Skill Development | Policy Action Lab II | Public Policies for Health and Social Determinants of Health | |
| Capstone Project Preparation | Capstone Project Preparation | Systems Framework for Public Health Policy and Health System Governance | |
| Inter-disciplinary Electives | Specialization: Climate Change and Environmental Sustainability | ||
| Internship | Politics of Environment and Climate Change | ||
| Environmental Perspectives for Policy and Development | |||
| Specialization: Digital Technology and Media Policies | |||
| Digital Technologies and Emerging Media | |||
| Regulatory and Policy Challenges for the Digital Economy | |||
| Inter-disciplinary Electives |
edX courses
Another unique initiative that provides all students enrolled for the programme, access to the edX online portal that delivers a plethora of well curated courses offered by leading universities in the world. This aids in broadening their horizons as they are exposed to a global student community and learn from the perspectives shared by a larger group of experts from the field. .
Key Features
- The Master’s in Public Policy program offers a vital platform to nurture policy leaders who can navigate complex challenges and foster positive societal change.
- Through a rigorous curriculum, interdisciplinary approach, and practical engagement, graduates will be poised to make a lasting impact on policy formulation and implementation.
- Accomplished faculty members with expertise in policy analysis, political science, economics, public health, social sciences and related fields will be pivotal to the programme lending a blend of academic excellence and real-world policy experience
- Access to research centres, policy labs, and databases will aid the students in enhancing their learning experience and enable them to apply theoretical knowledge to practical policy scenarios
Eligibility Criteria
The course is open to candidates with a Bachelor’s Degree from recognized universities in India or abroad.
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