Behind every policy decision are professionals navigating tradeoffs, stakeholders and real-world constraints. Brown University’s 16-month, online master of public policy is designed to help you lead those decisions with greater clarity and impact.
Designed for experienced professionals who want to influence policy and advance into senior leadership roles, this fully online program draws on Brown University's renowned student-focused approach, weaving ethics, critical thinking and leadership development throughout the curriculum.
A diverse cohort of working professionals convene in an online format and bring real challenges from their workplaces into the classroom, applying analytical frameworks, data-driven methods and strategic thinking to make immediate real-world impact. With a global lens on social and economic policy, you’ll learn how international governance and economic strategies shape domestic policy and organizational decisions.
You’ll graduate ready to expand your influence, take on greater responsibility and lead policy change — all while continuing to advance your career online.
Leadership at the Core
Leadership isn't taught in a single course — it's threaded across the entire program. You’ll develop foundational competency in areas like strategic communication and stakeholder engagement, and cement your knowledge in a dedicated leadership course. These capabilities are reinforced throughout the curriculum, preparing you to lead with confidence, judgment and credibility.