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postgraduate

Degree

Master of Public Policy (Course-Based)

postgraduate

Degree

Master of Public Policy (Course-Based)

Quick facts

  • Annual tuition (2023)

    $40,500 CAD

  • Application fee

    $129 CAD

  • Duration

    11 months

  • PGWP

    11 months

  • Min GPA

    3.6 out of 4

Deadlines

Term start& deadline Deadline
Fall-September 15-January-2024 2024-01-15

Overview

Master of Public Policy

McGill University’s Max Bell School of Public Policy offers a full-time and intensive 11-month Master of Public Policy (MPP) program. 

The program is designed for participants who have been working for a few years after receiving their undergraduate degree. 

It combines insights regarding the theory of public policy with the many practical aspects that make the analysis, design, communication, and implementation of public policy so complex. 

The program also has an emphasis on developing the skills and perspectives essential for creating future leaders in the policy process, whether in government, business, or non-governmental organizations.

The Master of Public Policy is a 45-credit, non-thesis, program that includes five key components:

  • Core Policy Courses
  • Policy Case Studies
  • Complexity Seminars
  • Professional Development Days
  • Policy Lab

Students are challenged every day to improve their analytical abilities and enhance their policy toolkit.

Given that many of the crucial challenges of public policy exist similarly in all countries, the program develops the essential skills for both international and Canadian students to shape policy in a constantly evolving global landscape.

Estimate your cost

Residency
Count of person

$47,159

Total costs

yearly

Details


Cost of living 1 person $6,912
Accommodation 1 bed room $6,659
Tuition 1 person $40,500

Hourly wage

Min wage

15.25 CAD / 1 hour

in Canada every student can work 20 hour per week

Required documents

  • Academic/Official Transcripts
  • Language Proficiency (If Applicable)
  • Passport or Visa Documents
  • Resume/Curriculum vitae (CV)
  • Letters Of Reference

Language requirements

GRE
not required
GMAT
not required

IELTS

7
7
listening
7
writing
7
speaking
7
reading

TOEFL

100
20
listening
20
writing
20
speaking
20
reading

PTE

-
listening
-
writing
-
speaking
-
reading

Cambridge

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listening
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writing
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speaking
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reading

Academic background and requirement

The MPP program is directed at early career professionals, ideally with two to five years of professional experience, who are interested in developing expertise in the field of public policy. 

Recent graduates with exceptional academic records will also be considered; however, in the absence of professional experience, more weight will be placed on the applicant’s academic record.

Specific requirements:

  • A Bachelor's degree (or equivalent as recognised by McGill University) is a minimum requirement.
  • The 'ideal' applicant will have completed undergraduate courses in Political Science, Economics, Quantitative Methods, and/or Statistics.
  • An overall Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 3.6/4.0 or higher is recommended. A minimum (CGPA) of 3.0 (out of a possible 4.0) OR a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.2 out of 4.0 in the last two years of full-time studies is required.

Career opportunities

  • Market Researcher
  • Community Relations Coordinator
  • Legislative Aide
  • Social Science Research Assistant
  • Budget Analyst
  • Program Manager, Nonprofit
  • Chief Lobbyist
  • Policy Analyst
  • Postsecondary Teacher

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