Public Policy

Understand how governments function to solve pressing public needs

This certificate grounds you in the essentials of policy analysis and the policymaking process. The curriculum blends political, ethical, and equity-based approaches to public policy, preparing you to create effective solutions at all levels of governance.

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Prepare for high-impact roles

Graduates with this certificate find successful careers in the public, private, and nonprofit sectors, where they influence policy at local, national, and global levels.

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Complete 16 total credits

Korbel graduate students may apply certificate courses toward Korbel MA/MPP credit requirements

Required courses (8 credits)

PPOL 4400 - Intro to Policy Analysis
PPOL 4702 - Data, Evidence and Public Policy
PPOL 4702 - Policy Writing

Supporting courses (8 credits)

Choose courses from an approved list

Open to Korbel graduate students

This certificate program is available exclusively to students currently enrolled in master's degree programs at the Josef Korbel School of Global and Public Affairs, with the exception of those pursuing an MA in Public Policy. You can add this certificate to your studies after your initial enrollment in a master's program.

Integrated merit and need-based aid

For students already enrolled in a master's program and receiving merit or need-based aid, this aid extends to your certificate. There is no need to apply for additional aid as your current financial assistance package covers both your degree and any certificates pursued simultaneously.

Prof. Lapo Salucci

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Faculty you’ll work with

Our faculty are leading economists, political scientists, and sociologists who work on international trade, finance, and economic development. They have extensive real-world experience as practitioners and advisors to the United Nations, the World Bank, the World Trade Organization, national and state governments, and the private sector.

George F. DeMartino

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Ilene J. Grabel

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Martin Rhodes

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Rachel A. Epstein

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Haider A. Khan

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Sachin Desai

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Lynn Holland

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Jonathan David Moyer

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Suisheng Zhao

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Prospective Students

Interested in this certificate but not currently enrolled in a degree program? We offer a standalone version of the Public Policy certificate for professionals and non-degree seeking students.

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Enrolled Students

Looking to add a certificate to your degree program? For more information about certificate enrollment and course requirements, please contact the Office of Academic and Student Affairs.