Master of Public Policy

At the KDI School of Public Policy and Management in Sejong, South Korea, the Master of Public Policy is taught in English and runs from February 2027 to August 2028, with a start date in September 2026. Public policy as a field of study examines how governments identify problems, design interventions, and evaluate their effects on society and the economy. Coursework typically spans economics, quantitative policy analysis, program evaluation, and the political and institutional context in which policy is made. Students often examine case studies from multiple countries, learning to analyze policy options and assess trade-offs between economic, social, and political considerations. Graduates pursue careers as policy analysts, government officials, and advisors within ministries, international organizations, and think tanks working on economic and social policy. Others move into research roles or continue toward doctoral study in economics or political science. The program's location within a public policy school associated with South Korea's economic planning history gives students exposure to case material on rapid development and policy reform. Delivered in English, the program is designed for students, often with professional government or policy experience, seeking training in the analytical tools used to design, implement, and evaluate public policy across a range of sectors.