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Master of Public Policy

1 Year Blended Masters Program

Elizabethtown College

Program Overview

A Master of Public Policy (MPP) degree helps prepare students for a career in public service. Etown is the only College in south-central Pennsylvania to offer the MPP program and take advantage of our location to offer internships and real-world learning experiences through our partnership with the Pennsylvania state government. This degree program provides students with the analytical skills needed to dissect problems, interpret data, and evaluate policy alternatives, all critically important in a changing world.Program Outcomes:Graduates of the MPP program are qualified for careers in local, state and federal government, community service agencies, think tanks, lobbying firms, NGOs, and in the private sector. Graduates of public policy programs have found success in campaign management, policy formation, budgeting, advocacy, government relations, and nearly every area of government. By gaining practical experience and real-world knowledge, our graduates prepare themselves for success in the workforce.

Program Key Stats

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Eligibility Criteria


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Additional Information & Requirements

To be eligible to apply to graduate business programs, you must:Official transcripts conferring a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university.have an undergraduate grade point average of 3.0 or higher (waivers can be granted based on professional work experience and other factors)have a minimum of three years of professional leadership/management experience (may include experience gained during your undergraduate education)have time to devote to your coursework; in an accelerated program, time spent outside of class is considerable

Career Options

  • Government relations manager
  • Corporate communications
  • Public relations and marketing manager
  • Consultant
  • Government tech firm
  • Policy-related media opportunities

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