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The program combines a strong basis in the core subjects of public policy with specialization in selected policy areas. Courses combine analysis and critical thinking with problem-solving. Students work on both academic research papers and problem-oriented policy briefs, using quantitative and qualitative research methods.
Students may choose an area of concentration during the one-year MAPP program. The Areas of Concentration are:
• Development • Security • Governance • Media and Communication • Higher Education Policy
OVERARCHING GOAL OF THE PROGRAM
The overarching aim of the program is to provide students with a solid grounding in key themes of public policy and policy analysis as well as practical and issue-oriented knowledge which will prepare students for their future roles as policy-makers, advisors, and analysts in governmental and non-governmental organizations. Through the courses included in the core curricula, students will gain a detailed and systematic understanding of how policy-making processes are shaped and influenced by both, actors and political institutions, and how public policies operate and interact from the global political economy through to national and local levels.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Public Policy
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The program combines a strong basis in the core subjects of public policy with specialization in selected policy areas. Courses combine analysis and critical thinking with problem-solving. Students work on both academic research papers and problem-oriented policy briefs, using quantitative and qualitative research methods.
Students may choose an area of concentration during the one-year MAPP program. The Areas of Concentration are:
• Development • Security • Governance • Media and Communication • Higher Education Policy
OVERARCHING GOAL OF THE PROGRAM
The overarching aim of the program is to provide students with a solid grounding in key themes of public policy and policy analysis as well as practical and issue-oriented knowledge which will prepare students for their future roles as policy-makers, advisors, and analysts in governmental and non-governmental organizations. Through the courses included in the core curricula, students will gain a detailed and systematic understanding of how policy-making processes are shaped and influenced by both, actors and political institutions, and how public policies operate and interact from the global political economy through to national and local levels.
Admission Requirements
59+
6.5+
88+
180+
120+
All programs at CEU require one or more pieces of academic writing for the application, such as a statement of purpose, research proposal, academic essay on a given subject, writing sample, etc. Each academic program has its own writing requirement(s).
1 Year
Sep
Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance
Tuition fees
Domestic
12,000 EUR
International
12,000 EUR
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MA in Public Policy
HU, Budapest, Hungary
12 monthsProgramme duration
12,000 EURTuition Fee/year
SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Public Policy
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The program combines a strong basis in the core subjects of public policy with specialization in selected policy areas. Courses combine analysis and critical thinking with problem-solving. Students work on both academic research papers and problem-oriented policy briefs, using quantitative and qualitative research methods.
Students may choose an area of concentration during the one-year MAPP program. The Areas of Concentration are:
• Development
• Security
• Governance
• Media and Communication
• Higher Education Policy
OVERARCHING GOAL OF THE PROGRAM
The overarching aim of the program is to provide students with a solid grounding in key themes of public policy and policy analysis as well as practical and issue-oriented knowledge which will prepare students for their future roles as policy-makers, advisors, and analysts in governmental and non-governmental organizations. Through the courses included in the core curricula, students will gain a detailed and systematic understanding of how policy-making processes are shaped and influenced by both, actors and political institutions, and how public policies operate and interact from the global political economy through to national and local levels.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Public Policy
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The program combines a strong basis in the core subjects of public policy with specialization in selected policy areas. Courses combine analysis and critical thinking with problem-solving. Students work on both academic research papers and problem-oriented policy briefs, using quantitative and qualitative research methods.
Students may choose an area of concentration during the one-year MAPP program. The Areas of Concentration are:
• Development
• Security
• Governance
• Media and Communication
• Higher Education Policy
OVERARCHING GOAL OF THE PROGRAM
The overarching aim of the program is to provide students with a solid grounding in key themes of public policy and policy analysis as well as practical and issue-oriented knowledge which will prepare students for their future roles as policy-makers, advisors, and analysts in governmental and non-governmental organizations. Through the courses included in the core curricula, students will gain a detailed and systematic understanding of how policy-making processes are shaped and influenced by both, actors and political institutions, and how public policies operate and interact from the global political economy through to national and local levels.
Admission Requirements
Tuition fees
Domestic
International
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