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Master in Public Policy

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duration10 months
languageEnglish
locationMadrid + One-week international field trip
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A UNIQUE PROGRAM

Dynamic and forward-thinking, the Master in Public Policy prepares ambitious leaders to navigate today’s complex governance landscape with creativity, analytical rigor and practical expertise. The program offers a solid foundation in policy analysis while integrating insights from behavioral economics, design thinking and technological ethics to prepare students for real-world policy challenges.

Students personalize their learning journey through three specialized tracks: Environment, Energy & Sustainability, Digital Transformation and European Union Affairs. Alternatively, they can design their own path by choosing from over 20 specialized courses, building a unique professional profile tailored to their career goals. 

Learning is immersive and applied. Students engage in real-world policy simulations, stakeholder negotiations, and practical projects that mirror the full policy cycle—from analysis to implementation. For their final project, they choose between a consulting assignment, research initiative, or entrepreneurial venture, ensuring they graduate with the skills and confidence to drive meaningful change across sectors.

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EXPLORE THE MASTER IN Public Policy

Program Structure
10 Months
Pre-Program
    TERMS
    Add Ons
    COMPARATIVE POLITICS & ETHICS
    PUBLIC GOVERNANCE AND THE POLICY CYCLE: PRINCIPLES, PRACTICES AND INNOVATIONS
    MICROECONOMICS FOR DECISION-MAKING
    STATISTICS AND DATA ANALYTICS I: FOUNDATIONS
    MULTI-PARTY NEGOTIATIONS
    WORKSHOP ON ADAPTIVE LEADERSHIP
    POLITICAL COMMUNICATION AND THE POLICY AGENDA
    PUBLIC ECONOMICS
    STATISTICS AND DATA ANALYTICS II: ADVANCED APPLICATIONS IN POLICY ANALYSIS AND EVALUATION
    PUBLIC AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS
    WORKSHOP ON STRATEGIC FORESIGHT
    WORKSHOP ON PUBLIC SPEAKING AND SPEECH WRITING
    EUROPEAN UNION
    ENVIRONMENT, ENERGY AND SUSTAINABILITY
    DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION
    IMMERSION WEEK
    PERSONAL & CAREER DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOPS
    CERTIFICATE ON FOUNDATIONS OF SUSTAINABILITY
    Exchanges
    Program Structure
    10 Months

    *Please note that our program content is continually updated to remain in sync with market demands. Therefore, we advise you that the content is subject to change and it can be dependent on student demand.

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    IMMERSION EXPERIENCE  

    As part of the program, you’ll participate in a week-long field experience that brings you into the heart of policymaking, innovation, and global governance. You'll visit key institutions, meet with leading experts, and explore how policy ideas are applied in practice.

    Immersion Weeks in other programs have included:

    • Visits to the European Commission and NATO headquarters in Brussels
    • Interactive sessions with UN agencies in Geneva
    • Behind-the-scenes discussions with leading think tanks and NGOs in Washington, D.C.
    • Innovation tours of civic tech and digital government initiatives in cities like Barcelona or Berlin

    Note: Destinations and visits may vary and will be confirmed before the program begins.

    PARTNER UNIVERSITIES FOR THE EXCHANGES

    You can personalize your Master in Public Policy by spending an additional semester at one of our partner universities worldwide, following the third and final semester in Madrid. Our agreements with these institutions offer you the chance to gain international experience and expand your learning at some of the world's top universities.

    Note: The universities listed are examples of partner institutions associated with various programs. Please note that partnerships may differ depending on the specific program or school within our university.

    Important: Spots are limited in all exchange programs. Upon acceptance into an exchange program, there is a fee to reserve your place, but tuition at the partner institution is free of charge. You’ll only need to cover your living expenses while there

    • SciencesPo

      SCIENCES PO

    • University Pittsburgh

      UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH

    • Universidad SanAndres

      UNIVERSIDAD DE SAN ANDRÉS

    • UNIVERSITY OF ST. GALLEN

      UNIVERSITY OF ST. GALLEN

    • UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO, MUNK SCHOOL OF GLOBAL AFFAIRS

      UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO, MUNK SCHOOL OF GLOBAL AFFAIRS

    • AMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF BEIRUT

    • UNIVERSITY OF ICELAND

      UNIVERSITY OF ICELAND

    • TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY OF MUNICH

      TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY OF MUNICH

    • UNIVERSITY OF BOLOGNA (ITALY)

      UNIVERSITY OF BOLOGNA (ITALY)

    • UNIVERSITY OF MILAN

      UNIVERSITY OF MILAN

    • LUISS, ROMA

      LUISS, ROMA

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      Central European University (CEU)

    • Kautilya School of Public Policy

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      Hochschule für Politik München / Bavarian School of Public Policy

    CAPSTONE PARTNERS

    For your final project, you will choose between an individual, research-oriented thesis or a practical, team-based Capstone Consulting Project. Notable capstone partners across our school include:

    Note: The partners listed here are from previous intakes. Partnering institutions may vary from year to year.

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    OUR PARTNERSHIPS

    IE University partners with leading public and private sector organizations like the UN, the European Climate Foundation, GESDA, UCCI, Google and PwC, offering students hands-on projects, internships and career opportunities. As a proud member of NASPAA, APSIA, ECPR and CIVICA, we ensure our program meets the highest global standards in public policy education.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    • The Master in Public Policy (MPP) covers politics, economics, data analysis, and leadership, with specialized tracks in European Union affairs, sustainability, and digital transformation.

    • Typically includes core courses, electives, a capstone project, and sometimes an internship.

    • Yes. Many programs include internships, policy labs, and real-world consulting projects.

    • 10 month full-time program.

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