What is the concept behind the Master of Public Policy programme?

Public policy is traditionally concerned with what governments do, how they do it, and why they do it. The term ‘governance', however, suggests that decisions which affect the life of the ordinary citizen in a political community are shaped by a multitude of actors from all sectors of society. That's why the Master of Public Policy programme at the Hertie School addresses the changing nature of public decision-making, the interaction of actors who participate in these processes, and the policy outcomes they produce.

What will an MPP degree prepare me for?

The Master of Public Policy programme seeks to closely connect practice and theory, research and implementation, as well as scholarship and policymaking. MPP students gain a solid foundation in a wide range of policy-making areas, as well as professional training in management and leadership skills. This education prepares them for success in the sector of their choice - public, private, or civil society.

What kind of a career can I pursue after completing the MPP programme?

MPP graduates from the Hertie School of Governance take up careers in international institutions, non-governmental organisations, in consulting firms, in federal and local government, in research institutions and think tanks, and in private firms. The combination of academic excellence and practical experience offered at the Hertie School has proven to be an advantageous starting point for their professional track and academic careers.

Why should I study public policy in Berlin?

The Hertie School of Governance is an international school. We decided to start this project in Berlin, because we couldn't imagine a better location that combines government exposure with a transnational policy hub in the heart of Europe, in particular between East and West. Berlin has a vibrant academic and cultural landscape and obviously a history that motivates students and scholars of public policy to never forget how important it is to make the right policy choices at the right moment in time.