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Public Policy and Administration - Mixed-Model (Online Programme)

Laureate Online Education in Cooperation with Walden University

School of Public Policy & Administration
Application Deadline: no application deadlines
Location: Amsterdam / Netherlands / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴
Duration: 24 months Start Date: Anytime
Educational Form:
  • Academic PhD
Education Variants:
  • Fulltime
Project type:
  • Open PhD programme
Credits (ECTS): 120
Languages: English 

Location of Laureate Online Education in Cooperation with Walden University

The Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration program prepares you to meet the challenges of governance and effective service delivery as government and nonprofit institutions increasingly become intertwined. You’ll integrate scholarly research with your professional experience, gaining the knowledge, confidence, and expertise to create effective solutions.

Mixed-model

This option is a more flexible program of study that includes online courses and Walden’s signature Knowledge Area Modules (KAMs). Study independently and work closely with a faculty mentor to apply your research to an area in which you are passionate. This option was updated to include new courses on timely policy issues and a reduction in credit requirements for graduation.


Contents

Core Courses

  • Foundations for Doctoral Study
  • Ethics and Social Justice
  • Finance and Budgeting for the Public Sector
  • Strategic Planning: Collaboration, Cooperation, and Coordination
  • Writing a Quality Prospectus
  • Choose one of the three following to complete the Core Courses Requirement
  • Advanced Mixed Methods Reasoning and Analysis
  • Advanced Qualitative Reasoning and Analysis
  • Advanced Quantitative Reasoning and Analysis

Foundation Research Sequence

  • Research Theory, Design and Methods
  • Quantitative Reasoning and Analysis
  • Qualitative Reasoning and Analysis

You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test if you come from a non-English speaking country.

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Requirements

  • A master’s degree or higher
  • Three years of related professional or academic experience

Additional Requirements

Minimal degree required: Master's degree
Minimal amount of work experience Not specified

Accreditation

Walden is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association, www.ncahlc.org. The North Central Association is one of the six regional accrediting associations recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).

Faculty

As the first fully online public administration school in the United States, Walden’s School of Public Policy and Administration offers flexible graduate programs that provide you with practical knowledge and proven skills. Enhance your critical thinking, problem-solving, and cultural competence while you participate in a collaborative network of faculty and professionals active in their fields. Learn to unite government, nonprofit, and private organizations as you become empowered to make a difference in the communities you serve.


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