Degree Name: Public Policy
General Description:
Public Policy majors learn how to formulate, evaluate, and promote policy options that can make a difference in their cities, nation, and the world. The Public policy major draws from many disciplines, including law, economics, political science, sociology, history, urban studies, geography, and environmental studies.
Top Universities Globally:
Kennedy School of Goverment, Harvard University
Harris School of Public Policy
DIW berlin
School of international and public affairs Columbia University
Crawford School of public policy
Stanford
Gerogia State university
Cornell University
UC berkerely
Centre de recherche en Économie (OFCE), Sciences économiques, Sciences Po
Top Universities in Pakistan:
Pakistan institue of Development economics
Information technology university
Fatima jinnah women university
Riphah international university
Foreman Christian college
University of managemnet and technology
Scope of The Degree:
A Public Policy degree equips you to:
Analyze and assess policies: You'll evaluate existing policies and their impact on social, economic, and environmental issues.
Craft and propose new solutions: You'll research and develop policy proposals to address emerging challenges and societal needs.
Advocate and communicate effectively: You'll raise awareness, build public support, and influence policymaking processes.
Expected Profession:
"""Legislative aide: State governments to Capitol Hill
Program analyst/administrator/manager
Intelligence services
City manager
Representative/senator/elected official
Foreign Service""
""Government relations manager
Corporate communications
Public relations and marketing manager
Consultant
Government tech firm
Policy-related media opportunities""
""Policy research assistant/associate/fellow
Foundations: From community to national philanthropy
Think tank positions: Communications to research
Community outreach manager
Assistant professor/lecturer"""
Average Annual Salary:
117,620 and $161,500 in USA
Cost of The Degree:
$2k per credit hour/some schools over discounts for international students
Difficulty in Achieving Degree:
mostly study in which ur skills will be put into test with individual scenarios and case studies, passion matters as most of work is for betterment of society
Time for investment Returns:
Can land you stable job and can see returns in about 5 years or so