Welcome to the Master of Public Policy Programme
The Master of Public Policy prepares students for future leadership positions in government, business, and civil society.
It offers analytically-challenging and practice-oriented courses in the areas of governance, policy analysis, management, and leadership. The MPP fosters intellectual growth in a professional, research-intensive environment characterised by public debate and engagement. The School’s services departments assist students in curricula planning, in finding scholarships and securing internships, and in identifying opportunities upon and after graduation.
Teaching at the School follows the Hertie Approach. Its three “I”s form the bedrock of the School's self-understanding and determination:
Interdisciplinary.
The Hertie School's teaching and research activities balance a problem-solving approach – based on insights from the social sciences, as well as law and history – with a sound conceptual understanding of underlying patterns and processes of governance and policy-making.
Inter-sectoral.
New governance structures and policy fields are developing at the intersections of state, economy, and civil society. With the central focus remaining on the public sector, the School recognises the growing importance of private institutions and models of multi-sector governance.
International.
The Hertie School focuses on the potential of multi-level governance in a globalising world. Located in the centre of Berlin, the School brings together students, faculty, and practitioners from all world regions and forms an integral part in a network of leading policy schools.
The Hertie School continually strives to convey a deep-seated understanding of the ethical and moral basis of leadership, public trust, and social responsibility.
I invite you to apply and to join our community.
Prof. Helmut K. Anheier, PhD
Dean of the Hertie School of Governance and Acting Director of the MPP.
