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What are the differences between the Master of Public Policy (MPP) and Master of Public Administration (MPA)?

April 26, 2017Administration differences master MPA MPP policy public

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What are the differences between the Master of Public Policy (MPP) and Master of Public Administration (MPA)?

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Although there is some overlap between the two, the MPP focuses on public policy analysis, while the MPA focuses on the administration of public entities. The MPP contains courses in statistics and economics, both key elements of policy analysis work. Students who earn the MPP degree are able to work as policy analysts in the private sector (approximately 40% of MPP graduates nationwide work in the private sector), as well as the public and not-for-profit sector. View the MPP/MPA side-by-side comparison (PDF) for more information.