Master of Public Policy in Social Policy

This includes aspects of design, advocacy and evaluation of public policies and strategies. It will contribute to growth in program management capabilities within a dynamic economic and global context. The Master of Public Policy (MPP) suite of programs are designed to provide education which complies with international norms, for professionals to develop further as leaders in a variety of roles, including public policy analysis and planning, public management and services, research institutes, government orientated positions within the private sector and the third sector organizations. The MPP’s scope includes providing students with the theoretical and practical knowledge to develop and apply the analytical tools necessary for high quality policy analysis and strategic development.

The MPP Programme is also aligned to the seven key strategic objectives of the UAE National Innovation Strategy (NIS), which are:

• Renewable Energy
• Transportation
• Education
• Health
• Technology
• Water
• Space

Program Mission

The Master of Public Policy (MPP) program provides an opportunity for students to develop and demonstrate knowledge and understanding, intellectual and practical skills, aspects of competence and other attributes in the area of Public Policy. In the current context of the rapidly-evolving global socio-economic reality and technological spread, the policy making and delivery function of the State have now become more challenging than at any time in the past. Students who study the MPP at MBRSG can become specialized policymakers and policy analysts as well as the public governance leaders who facilitate creativity, skill and commitment in managing innovative and smart public policies.

Learning Outcomes

Students completing the MPP program will be able to:

• Compare and contrast current governance and public policy theories and perspectives to the analysis of the relationship between structure of governance and policy performance and the development of innovative public governance systems and policy processes to face the future challenges in public service delivery.
• Evaluate how various principles, tools and methods influence the effectiveness of public policy development, implementation and evaluation.
• Measure the values of governance not only in terms of better performance, accountability and transparency but also how they engage citizens, markets and the third sector in participatory policymaking and policy change.
• Analyze public policies in key sectors such as economic, social, education, health and sustainable environment using appropriate research principles and methods.
• Appraise the impact of global political and economic institutions, knowledge sharing and current trends on governance and public policy.
• Utilize effective leadership and teamwork skills to solve complex/ advanced public organizational problems and communicate policy decisions.