This three-year joint MBA and MPP degree program consists of 97 units: 49 units of business courses and 48 units of public policy courses. Applicants for the joint program must apply and be granted admission to both the Graziadio School and the School of Public Policy. Students in this program alternate trimesters between the business and public policy schools. Students in this program are not eligible to study abroad unless they extend the length of their program by one trimester. Additionally, they can graduate with a concentration by completing more units than those required toward the degree.
The joint MBA/MPP degree program provides an enriched leadership experience by focusing on management capabilities, leadership qualities, and a commitment to utilizing the tools of analysis and policy design to effect successful implementation and institutional change.
With the concurrent approval of the deans of the Graziadio School and the School of Public Policy, the three-year joint MBA/MPP degree may be pursued by an MBA student with advanced standing. Admission to the School of Public Policy would be separately granted.
Students should consult the School of Public Policy academic catalog for elective course offerings and course descriptions. Further information on the public policy curriculum may be obtained by contacting the School of Public Policy.
The Joint Master of Business Administration and Master of Public Policy requires 97 units: 49 units of business courses and 48 units of public policy courses. The business curriculum consists of three components:
| Core Courses (depending on courses waived) |
33-39 units |
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| Career Seminar |
0 units |
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| Elective Courses |
10-16 units |
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| Total Units Required |
49 units |
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The following is an example of the sequence of studies:*
| Year 1 |
Program |
Core |
Electives |
Total |
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| Fall |
MPP Program |
16 units |
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16 units |
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| Spring |
MPP Program |
8 units |
8 units |
16 units |
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| Summer |
MPP Internship |
0 units |
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| Year 2 |
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| Fall |
MBA Program |
17 units |
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17 units |
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| Spring |
MBA Program |
16 units |
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16 units |
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| Year 3 |
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| Fall |
MBA Program |
6 units |
10 units |
16 units |
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| Spring |
MPP Program |
8 units |
8 units |
16 units |
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Total |
97 units |
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Students in this program are not eligible to study abroad unless they extend the length of their program by one trimester. Additionally, they can graduate with a concentration by completing more units than those required for the degree.
*At the present time, this program is under review to improve alignment with the new curriculum framework within the School of Public Policy. The School of Public Policy information provided represents the state of the program for the 2016-17 academic year for informational purposes. Students who are interested in the program, should contact the School of Public Policy for additional information and updates.
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