Master of Public Management - Education Policy in College Park United States | University of Maryland, College Park

The School of Public Policy stands among the country's top graduate institutions focused on public policy, management, and international relations, with specialized strengths in environmental policy, energy policy, global development, international security, economic policy, healthcare policy, education reform, social welfare, nonprofit leadership, public administration, procurement, and fiscal policy. The School provides diverse master's degrees, dual-degree options, graduate certificates, and one of America's most distinguished doctoral programs. Situated near Washington, D.C., the School draws an exceptional faculty of academic professionals who excel in both policy theory and practice while actively shaping national policy debates. This prime location and distinguished faculty attract top-tier students by offering not just a rigorous academic program but also unparalleled access to policymaking circles, federal agencies, international diplomatic networks, regional governments, and numerous NGOs and global institutions. Few policy schools integrate local, national, and global policy studies so comprehensively or examine economic policy impacts across all sectors, enabling both instructors and learners to explore complex issues throughout their coursework and research.

Through your studies, you'll hone critical analysis and decision-making skills to strengthen your leadership capabilities, while exploring specialized policy areas through focused opportunities. The Master of Public Management program equips you with essential policy frameworks and analytical techniques while deepening your expertise in specific policy domains, preparing you for advanced professional challenges.

The Education Policy concentration introduces students to the historical context and institutional framework of education policy, builds competency in program assessment and data analysis, and empowers them to tackle contemporary educational challenges, particularly those stemming from inequality and systemic injustice. This specialization extensively incorporates curriculum from the University of Maryland's renowned College of Education.