Master of Public Policy
The Master of Public Policy is an interdisciplinary professional program designed to prepare individuals to be public policy professionals in the public, non-profit, and private sectors. The degree is built upon the disciplinary foundations of public policy, public administration, political science, economics, and public affairs. The degree is jointly administered by the Departments of Public Administration and Political Science.
The curriculum focus is acts of public policy, meaning the allocation of public values by authoritative institutions. The curriculum is designed to respond to the need for advanced training in public policy analysis and leadership to succeed in today’s complex policy environments. The degree may be pursued on a full-time (2 years) or part-time basis. Graduates of MPP programs typically find employment in policy analysis and advocacy positions, especially in high-level public agencies, the private sector, and the non-profit sector.
Admission Requirements
More information about the Master of Public Policy program and all application forms are available at www.pdx.edu/hatfieldschool. Applications are accepted for fall admission only. Applications open on January 1 and close on April 30. Admission decisions are made on an on-going basis during that period.