Master of Public Management - Health 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, international development, security and economic policy, health policy, education, social policy, non-profit leadership, public administration, acquisitions, and fiscal policy. Our institution 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 scholar-practitioners who excel in both policy theory and real-world application 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, state/local governments, and numerous NGOs and multinational institutions. Few policy schools integrate state, national, and global policy studies so comprehensively while addressing economic sectors across the board, enabling faculty and students to explore interconnected policy issues throughout their coursework and research.

Through your studies, you'll sharpen critical thinking and analytical capabilities to strengthen your decision-making and leadership skills, with ample chances to focus on specialized policy areas. The Master of Public Management program builds core competencies in policy analysis while deepening expertise in specific domains, equipping you to tackle professional challenges at higher levels.

The Health Policy concentration introduces students to healthcare policy history and institutions, enhances quantitative skills for program assessment and big data analysis, and examines ethical dilemmas surrounding health disparities. Our core curriculum supports adaptable master's programs for both early-career and experienced professionals pursuing health policy specialization. Our resident faculty—recognized experts across multiple disciplines—is augmented by cross-campus course offerings that broaden learning opportunities.