Public Policy and Human Development MSc (MPP)| Training Institution | Maastricht Graduate School of Governance, Maastricht University
| | Type of programme | postgraduate taught programme | | Type of diploma | Master of Science | | Start and finish date | 1 September through 31 August the following year | | Deadline for registration | See website | | Short description | The Master of Science (MSc) in Public Policy and Human Development emphasises the connection between public policy and decision-making processes, or more specifically, the effectiveness and efficiency of governance. Students are equipped with a variety of skills, tools and knowledge which enable them to work as policy designers and policy analysts. They are capable of working within public and private institutions at local, national and international levels.
The programme consists of two semesters, the first semester is common for all students and focusses on the theories and practice of governance and policy analysis. During the second semester, students choose between 6 specialisations. This is a one-year programme taught in English, from 1 September through 31 August. It is also possible to start in the spring semester with one of the specialisations (1 February through 31 January).
The starting point of the MPP programme is to stimulate students to gain an understanding of the basic idea of good governance. The emphasis of the programme lies with the question of how can public policy be dealt with in the most effective and efficient way.
To guarantee high quality in an international environment, we cooperate with the faculties of Maastricht University, partner universities and international organisations, like the International Labour Office (ILO). The MPP programme concentrates on public policy analysis and governance in general and include four areas of specialization:
- Social Policy Financing/Social Policy Design
(in cooperation with the ILO)
- Globalisation, Trade and Development
- Food, Health and Development (Under construction)
- Migration Studies
- Sustainable Development | | Website of programme | http://www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/web/Schools/MGSoG/TargetGroup1/ProspectiveStudents/PublicPolicyAndHumanDevelopmentMSc.htm | | Fees | Tuition fees 2009/10
EU/EEA students: €1,620
EU students 30 years and older: €2,058
Non-EU/EEA students: €11,500 | | Number of students on the course | 100 | | For how long has the course been offered | 2003 | | Location of study | Maastricht Graduate School of Governance | | Country | Netherlands | | Participants | Student profile
The programme serves various groups of students, ranging from bachelor's students to mid-career professionals. The Maastricht Graduate School of Governance aims to recruit students with strong academic records, a demonstrated commitment to public (international) affairs and/or an outstanding potential for career growth and leadership. | | Admission requirements | Admission Requirements
• bachelor's or master 's degree from a relevant academic field such as economics, international relations, political science, law, social sciences, business administration, health sciences or public health;
please note that that applicants to the specialisation in Social Policy Financing/Social Policy Design (SPF/SPD) are advised to hold a master’s degree or a bachelor’s degree + 2 years work experience in a relevant field
• basic knowledge of statistics, mathematics, economics, social sciences, political science and/or law. This is judged by reviewing the content and grades of previous studies and/or the content and level of working experience;
• Applicants to the specializations in SPF/SPD are advised to hold a master degree or a bachelor degree + 2 years work experience in a relevant field.
• proficiency in English. The minimum level accepted is 600 pbt/250 cbt/100 ibt (TOEFL) or 7.0 (IELTS). Native speakers of English and students who have received their bachelor's or masters education in English are exempted. | | Contact person | Charlotte Groven | | Email address | info-gov@governance.unimaas.nl | | Phone | +31-43-3884654 | | Fax | +31-43-3884864 | | Keywords | Aid management, Aid policy, Capacity building, Children, Coordination, Debt, Development policy, Economic development, Education, Fiscal and monetary policy, Food security, Governance, International cooperation, Law, Local government, Monitoring/evaluation, Policy debate, Policy making, Poverty, Public administration, Social justice, Sustainable development, Vulnerability |
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