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Accelerate Your Career with an

M.A. in 
Public Policy

  • Learn from top academics and experienced policy professionals.
  • Learn policy analysis through real-world case studies.
  • Develop capacities for critical analysis of public policy and evidence-based research.
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Duration

12-24 Months

Total of Four Terms

Commitment

15-18 Hours/week



Cohorts

April and October

100% online 


About The Programme

The M.A. in Public Policy (Online) programme, offered by Jindal School of Government and Public Policy (JSGP), provides students with the necessary knowledge and skills to navigate complex policy environments. This master's degree is designed with an interdisciplinary approach to studying and analysing contemporary policy issues, particularly in the development and institutional contexts of the Global South.

Students have the flexibility to choose public policy courses that align with their interests and intellectual curiosity, allowing them to develop expertise in their chosen domains. This online master's in public policy is recognized by the University Grants Commission of India and is a suitable option for working professionals who wish to equip themselves with the skills needed for policy analysis, formulation, and assessment. This online master's in public policy, recognized by the University Grants Commission of India, is an ideal choice for working professionals seeking to develop skills in policy analysis, formulation, and assessment. Hosted on Coursera, the program's curriculum has been adapted for global enrollment, allowing students from around the world to participate.

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Why Choose Our M.A. in ​​Public Policy 
at JGU Online?

The M.A. in Public Policy programme at JSGP stands out with its faculty of academics and policy practitioners, offering a rich blend of teaching and research experience. This online master's degree in public policy provides a contemporary curriculum that balances theoretical rigor with practical application. With courses online, this programme offers flexibility for working professionals and is recognized as one of the leading public policy programs.

The M.A. in Public policy programme offers a grounding in economics, political science, philosophy, ethics, and sociology for policy analysis, design, and development delivery. This comprehensive approach equips students with the knowledge and skills required to be successful public policy analysts and development practitioners.
The M.A. in Public policy programme also offers a dual-track curriculum, allowing students to tailor their education to their interests and career goals. This emphasis on skill sets required for specific careers ensures that students are well-prepared for their future roles in the public, private, or non-profit sectors.

Programme 
Overview

The MA in Public Policy offers a comprehensive understanding of policy-making processes, equipping students with skills to analyze and influence public policies.

Curriculum 
Highlights

The curriculum covers critical topics such as governance, economics and program design and evaluation, qualitative and quantitative research methods.

Career 
Opportunities

Graduates can pursue careers in policy analysis, government advisory roles, international and national developmental agencies, contributing to impactful policy decisions.

Comprehensive and 
Cutting-Edge Curriculum

Brief description of the curriculum structure, core courses, and electives.

Master’s Degree Programme
  • Programme Offered by: Jindal School of Government and Public Policy (JSGP) at O.P. Jindal Global University.
  • Total Tuition Fee: INR 2,50,000 (Equivalent amount for international learners in their local currency on payment day)
  • Duration: 12-24 months
  • Credits: 60
  • Cohorts: April and October
  • Structure: 12 courses with an estimated student effort of 15-18 hours per week
  • Delivery: 100% online
  • Flexibility: Hands-on learning from anywhere without travel requirements
  • Age Limit: No maximum age limit for applicants
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Course Structure

The M.A. in Public Policy employs a transdisciplinary approach to thoroughly examine contemporary political, economic, and social issues. The curriculum is meticulously designed to provide intensive training in policy theory, engaging with key literature and debates. Students will develop strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills while gaining practical exposure to policymaking and management processes. The programme offers both core and elective courses, with each course accounting for five credits.

A distinctive feature is the flexibility offered in the third terms, where students can choose between the Data Analytics or Policy Design pathway. Each path includes three core courses spread over the third and fourth termss, providing specialized expertise to shape their policy careers. Students must also indicate their preference for the dissertation track at the end of the third terms. Based on their research interest, students will be assigned a faculty mentor to help them develop their dissertation thesis. The dissertation workshop must be completed before students commence their dissertation writing.

Dissertation: The dissertation is worth eight credits and runs in the last terms for students who choose this track. During the fourth terms students focus primarily on developing the dissertation thesis under the guidance of their faculty mentor

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SCHOOL ELECTIVES CROSS ELECTIVES *
Complexity and Public Policy International Relations Theory
Democratic Governance Law and Ethics in International Relations
Development Economics Climate Change, Migration and Human Security
Econometrics Negotiating and Resolving International Conflicts
Economics of Reforms and Regulations Foreign Policy of Great, Middle and Small Powers
Environmental Issues, Policies and Practice
Gender and development
Identity and Policy
Introduction to Health Policy
Urbanisation and Development
Social Foundations of Public Policy
Methods of Impact Evaluation
* Students can choose upto one cross elective.
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Students will also have access to Coursera's Career Stack Licenses from their first terms. The Career Stack Licenses are meticulously designed to equip students with the essential skills and credentials required to excel in today's competitive job market. By combining professional certificates from leading industry partners and universities with hands-on guided projects, this programme offers a comprehensive learning experience that is both robust and relevant.

Upon completing the recommended industry certifications, students can receive waivers for up to two courses or ten credits toward their degree.

In the Data Analytics Pathway, completing the following courses gives waivers for Introduction to Data Science and one elective course:

  • Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate
  • IBM Data Analyst Professional Certificate
  • IBM Data Science Professional Certificate
  • Fractal Data Science Professional Certificate

    In the Policy Design Pathway, completing the following course will earn a waiver of two elective courses:

  • Tableau Business Intelligence Analyst
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    Learn From The Best

    27+

    Instructors

    Mr.
R.
Sudarshan

    Professor
and
Dean,
Executive
Director, Centre
for
Global
Governance
and
Policy

    B.A.
(Hons.)
(Economics),
(Bangalore
University); M.A.
(Economics),
(Delhi
School
of
Economics); M.Phil.
Politics,
(University
of
Oxford)

    Dr.
Naresh
Singh

    Professor & Associate Dean

    Professor
and
Executive
Dean.
Director, Centre
for
Complexity
Economics
and
Applied Spirituality
for
Public
Policy

    Dr.
Naveen
Joseph
Thomas

    Associate
Professor
and
programme
Director

    B.Sc.
(University
of
Delhi); M.Sc.
(TERI
University); Ph.D.
(Delhi
School
of
Economics)

    Dr.
Bhuvaneswari
Raman

    Professor

    B.Arch.;
M.Sc.
(Asian
Institute
of
Technology,
Bangkok);
 M.Sc.
(Social
Policy)
(London
School
of
Economics); Ph.D.
(London
School
of
Economics)

    Dr.
Indranil
Mukhopadhyay

    Professor

    B.Sc.
(Hons.)
(Economics)
(University
of
Calcutta); M.A.
(Economics);
M.Phil.;
Ph.D.
(JNU,
New
Delhi)

    Dr.
Milindo
Chakrabarti

    Professor

    B.A.
(Economics); M.A.
(Economics); Ph.D.
(University
of
North
Bengal)

    Dr.
Pradeep
Guin

    Professor

    B.Sc.
(Statistics),
M.Sc.
(Statistics)
(University
of
Delhi); Ph.D.
(University
of
Maryland,
Baltimore
County)

    Dr.
Rajeev
Malhotra

    Visiting
Professor,
Indian
School
of
business

    B.A.
(Hons.)
(Economics)
(University
of
Delhi); M.A.
(Delhi
School
of
Economics); M.Sc.
(London
School
of
Economics) Ph.D.
(JNU,
New
Delhi)

    Dr.
Subhasish
Ray

    Professor

    B.Sc.
(Hons.)
(Economics)
(St.
Xavier's
College,
Kolkata); M.A.
(Economics);
M.Phil.
(Economics)
(JNU,
New
Delhi); Ph.D.
(Political
Science)
(University
of
Rochester)

    Dr.
Swagato
Sarkar

    Professor

    B.Sc.
(University
of
Calcutta); M.A.
(TISS,
Mumbai); M.Phil.,
D.Phil.
(Oxford)

    Dr.
Vivek
U.
Padvetnaya

    Professor

    M.B.B.S
(University
of
Mysore);
 D.B.M.
(ICFAI
University); M.Sc.
(Health
Policy)
(LSE
&
LSHTM);
 D.
Phil.
–
Public
Health
(Political‑Economy) (University
of
Oxford)

    Dr.
Debajit
Jha

    Associate
Professor

    B.A.
(Economics)
(University
of
North
Bengal); M.A.
(Economics)
(Banaras
Hindu
University); Ph.D.
(JNU,
New
Delhi)

    Ms.
Geeta
Sinha

    Associate
Professor

    B.A.
(Hons.)
(Economics)
(Sambalpur
University); P.G.
Diploma
in
Rural
Dev.
(Xavier
Institute
of
Social
Service); M.A.
(Gender
and
Development)
(IDS,
University
of
Sussex);
 Ph.D.
Candidate
(Oxford
Brookes
University)

    Dr.
Krishanu
Karmakar

    Associate
Professor

    B.Sc.
(University
of
Calcutta);
 M.A.
(University
of
Delhi);
 M.A.;
Ph.D.
(Georgia
State
University)

    Dr. Shivangi Chandel

    Associate Professor

    B.Sc. (Hons.) (University of Delhi); M.Sc. (IIT Kanpur); Ph.D.
(IGIDR,
Mumbai)

    Dr.
Sunaina
Dhingra

    Associate
Professor

    B.A.
(University
of
Delhi); M.A.
(Jamia
Milia
Islamia
University); Ph.D.
(Delhi
School
of
Economics)

    Dr.
Vidya
Subramanian

    Associate
Professor

    M.A.
(TISS,
Mumbai); M.Phil.;
Ph.D.
(JNU,
New
Delhi)

    Ms.
Komal
Sahai

    Assistant
Professor

    B.A.
Hons.;
M.A.
(University
of
Delhi); Ph.D.
(Indian
Statistical
Institute, New
Delhi);

    Dr.
Namesh
Killemsetty

    Associate
Professor

    B.Tech.
(Motilal
Nehru
National
Institute
of
Technology); M.Tech.
(CEPT,
Ahmedabad); Ph.D.
(University
of
Massachusetts,
Boston)

    Mr. Pratik Phadkule

    Associate
Professor

    B.A.,
M.A.
(Social
Work)
(TISS,
Mumbai); M.P.A.
(Central
European
University,
Budapest)

    Dr.
Syed
Shariq
Husain

    Associate
Professor

    M.Sc.
(Jamia
Millia
Islamia,
India); Pre
PhD
(JNU,
New
Delhi); Ph.D.
(JNU,
New
Delhi)

    Mr.
Vatsalya
Srivastava

    Adjunct
Faculty

    B.A.
(Economics)
(University
of
Delhi); M.Sc.
(Economics), Ph.D.
Candidate
(Tilburg
University)

    Ms.
Siddiqui
Sabeela
Iqbal

    Assistant
Lecturer

    B.Sc.
(Dr.
A.H.R
Shia
Degree
College,
Jaunpur);
 M.A.
(Azim
Premji
University,
Bangalore);
 PhD
candidate
(
IIT
Delhi)

    Ms.
Zara
Hasnain

    Assistant
Lecturer

    B.A.
(University
of
Delhi); M.A.
(O.P.
Jindal
Global
University)

    Ms.
Elizabeth
Lyn

    Assistant Dean and Assistant
Lecturer

    B.A.
(Hons.)
(Economics)
(University
of
Delhi) M.A. 
Economics
(University
of
Madras)

    Ms.
Riddhi
Sharma

    Assistant
Lecturer

    B.
Tech.
Computer
Science
(Amity
University); M.A.
(O.P.
Jindal
Global
University)

    Lalit
Mohan
Singh
Nepolia

    Programme
Manager

    MA
Public
Policy (Online)
Programme

Deputy
Manager, Jindal
School
of
Government
and
Public
Policy

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