• 专业概况
• 所属院系
• 中国学生入学要求
• 课程信息

专业概况

The MPP program allows students to approach the study of public policy with a focus on public policy in the urban setting.

The program trains people to lead by making positive policy decisions, addressing the difficult questions associated with public policy, and managing the process of policy creation, approval, implementation and evaluation. Students also gain an understanding of policies addressing issues such as poverty, education, the environment and public safety. At the conclusion of the master's degree program, students are able to identify, analyze and interpret the challenges and dilemmas of public policies, especially those of urban areas. Students also are able to approach policy analysis with a variety of quantitative and qualitative methods and are prepared to develop innovative processes and tools to deal with changing realities of public policy and address issues on a global, regional and local scale.

The Master of Public Policy program with a concentration in urban policy provides knowledge and skills for students seeking or advancing careers in areas in which urban dynamics and local governance play an integral role in the policy process. This concentration's program emphasizes theories and research concerning urban policy analysis and economics as well as urban management, urban city government, public budgeting and finance in an urban context.

Career Opportunities

Students receiving this degree are prepared to pursue a career in a field related to public administration or public policy. This may include opportunities as either a manager or policy analyst in local, state or federal agencies; nonprofit organizations; and private organizations that interface with public sector. The program can also serve as a platform for preparation for doctoral studies in public policy, public administration, urban studies and other related programs.

所属院系

中国学生入学要求

课程信息

学制：全日制(42 学分)

学费：US$25,200.00 (¥ 160,320) /年

开学时间：2022七月12日, 2022九月20日, 2022一月10日

申请截止日期：

留学地点：Downtown Phoenix Campus411 N. Central Ave.,PHOENIX,Arizona,85004, United States