MBA Public Policy Syllabus

  • course years 2 Years
  • type of course Post Graduate
  • course stream Management
  • course type Full Time

Explore public policy topics: governance, policy analysis, social impact. Study flexibly online. Gain insights into effective policy development.

Syllabus and Subjects in MBA Public Policy Course

The syllabus for an MBA program in Public Policy is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of public policy issues, governance, and the skills needed to analyze and address complex policy challenges. While the specific courses and their content may vary among institutions.

The two-year MBA in Public Policy program has been divided into four semesters. Each semester has a different syllabus. MBA in Public Policy topics for every semester are indexed below:

Semesters Subjects
Semester I Innovations and Leadership in Public Management
Ethics in Public Management
Decision-making in Public Policy
Semester II Economic Analysis for Public Policy
Elective I
Research methods
Elective II
Semester III Management of program evaluation
Advanced policy management project
Elective III
Elective IV
Project Conceptualisation
Semester IV Project Work
Elective Subjects Executive-legislative relations
Public budgetary processes
Financial management.

Projects

Here are some of the project ideas for an MBA in Public Policy:

(i)Government Policy Impact Assessment: Analyse the effectiveness of a specific public policy implemented by a government agency and assess its impact on various stakeholders.

(ii). Evaluation of Social Assistance Policy: Evaluation of the efficiency and effectiveness of the social assistance programs implemented by a government agency. Evaluate the impact of the program on poverty reduction, education, health, or other target area.

(ii). Sustainability Policy Analysis: An analysis of the policies and practices adopted by a particular city or region to promote sustainable development. Evaluate the effectiveness of these policies in achieving environmental, social, and economic sustainability goals. Propose innovative strategies to improve sustainability performance.

(ii). Public Policy and Technological Innovation: Discover the intersection between public policy and technological innovation, focusing on areas such as artificial intelligence or renewable energy.

(iv). Political implications of demographic change: Examines the political implications of demographic change, such as population aging or urbanization trends. Analyze the challenges and opportunities associated with these changes and propose policy interventions to address emerging issues such as access to healthcare, housing, or social inclusion.

(v)Education Policy Review: Assessing the effectiveness of policies promoting inclusive education for marginalized groups, such as children with disabilities or children from disadvantaged backgrounds.

(vi). Digital Governance Policy Analysis: Analyses policies and regulations related to digital platforms, privacy, and cybersecurity. Assess the effectiveness of current policies to ensure consumer protection, data security, and fair competition.

Reference Books

MBA in Public Policy books provide students with a thorough general review of the subject matter and a close examination of their specific area of expertise. The following are some of the books for reference:

Name of Author Name of Book
Nicholas Henry Public Policy: Politics, Analysis, and Alternatives
Paul A. Sabatier and Christopher M. Weible Theories of the Policy Process
Michael Howlett, M. Ramesh, and Anthony Perl Public Policy: An Evolutionary Approach
John W. Kingdon Agendas, Alternatives, and Public Policies
Nicholas Henry Public Administration and Public Affairs
Geoff Mulgan The Art of Public Strategy: Mobilizing Power and Knowledge
Charles L. Cochran, Eloise F. Malone, and David A. McConnell Public Policy: Preferences and Outcomes

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