Master of Public Policy (MPP) at the Willy Brandt School of Public Policy

The Master of Public Policy (MPP) is a two-year, interdisciplinary and practice-oriented graduate programme that trains future decision makers from around the world with the analytical tools and practical skills to advance innovative and sustainable policy decisions. The MPP is designed for young professionals pursuing a career in public service, government agencies, international organisations, consultancies and the non-profit sector. The programme equips students with the tools to design and implement sustainable, inclusive, and evidence-based policy solutions in an increasingly complex global environment. Conscious of the Western bias in policy education, the Brandt School’s MPP places specific emphasis on the agency of the Global South by training critical and context-specific policy analysis. Our curriculum draws on political science, economics, statistics, public administration, ethics and law, reflecting the evolving needs of a global student body and a rapidly changing world. The programme begins with a strong foundation in public policy, ethics, research design, and data analysis, before allowing students to shape their individual academic path through flexible electives and specialisations. During their studies, MPP students advance their knowledge in two out of the following five specialisations: Global Public Policy with an emphasis on climate and energy Sustainable and Inclusive Development Social Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management Peace and Conflict Digital Policy and Artificial Intelligence A defining feature of the MPP is its emphasis on practical experience. Students complete a professional internship between the second and third semesters and participate in a capstone project where they work in teams to provide pro bono consulting services to real-world policy clients such as government agencies, NGOs, and international organisations. These hands-on components, alongside a final Master’s thesis, ensure that graduates leave with the confidence and competence to navigate policy challenges across sectors and regions.  The Brandt School's MPP unites 100 students from 40+ countries in an international, interdisciplinary community. Students from diverse backgrounds collaborate across sectors, driven by their commitment to meaningful change. International faculty and global partnerships deliver policy expertise, leadership development, and applied research experience. Students build specialised knowledge and professional skills simultaneously. Our alumni span 80+ countries across international institutions, governments, think tanks, and social enterprises—the MPP is a launchpad for impactful public policy careers.