Master of Public Policy - Taught 120 points

The University of Auckland

The MPP develops your expertise in the core principles, concepts and methods of public policy research and analysis, and advances your skills in solving public policy problems. You can connect theory with practice by studying the nature of policy, policy design and the policy process, and engaging in policy analysis and development. You’ll be able to follow your own interests through research and elective courses. You can apply to enrol in our internship course for hands-on experience in policy. The MPP is a career-focused qualification that gives you the skills and knowledge you need for a career in public policy, local or national government, non-governmental organisations, or the private sector. It is popular with people already working in governments around the world who want to upskill and accelerate their careers, and offers the flexibility to study part-time alongside your current job.