Master's in International Development & Public Policy
On-Campus
Master's programs
18 Months
Expired
Full Time
Regular fees: 11900 - 13900 EUR
— Applicable for the 2023/24 academic year.
— The application for the exchange semester will occur during the students' academic period at Nova SBE.
Multiple scholarship options available. Visit the school website for more information
Student Recruitment & Admissions Office
Decision-making is constantly a challenging process with a growing number of variables and expectations to be met in several fields, all directly impacting society. In this Master’s you will acquire the tools to prompt personal and organizational development both for public and non-governmental companies.
About the Program
The Master’s program in International Development and Public Policy responds to the demand for applied training in the fields of Public Policy and Development, tailored to attract high quality international students from a wide range of disciplinary backgrounds, from the social sciences and humanities, to economics, political science, and engineering.
Students will be exposed to the fields of economics, management, political science, and quantitative methods, with direct application to Public Policy and Development. At the same time, students will develop an empirical approach to applied issues through Policy Analysis Project (PAP).
The degree program aims to provide a sustainable response to the needs of decision makers by providing them with analytical skills, awareness, and personal development at an appropriate level to support the performance of governmental and non-governmental organizations, including companies, in demanding and diverse socio-economic contexts.
Program Outline
Our Master's programs are taught in English
MSc in International Development & Public Policy Academic Director: Miguel Lebre de Freitas
MANDATORY COURSES*
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*Please note that for the academic year of 2023/2024 this information may be subject to changes.
ELECTIVES*
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*Please note that for the academic year of 2023/2024 this information may be subject to changes.
Master’s Applications Fall Intake 2023/24
Eligibility criteria:
- Prospects keen on learning the questions behind public policies that can come from different backgrounds: from management and economics, passing through international relations or other social sciences, till engineering or other analytical degrees. However, if you have limited quantitative skills you may need to complete bridging courses in August.
- Candidates are encouraged to provide evidence of English language proficiency at level B2. No knowledge of Portuguese is required.
- For this program, we will receive applications from pre-experience profiles, with an average of two years of professional activity, and also young practitioners willing to enrich their knowledge on international development and public policy (age equal or below 35 years old recommended. If older please contact the Admissions Team to leadyourfuture@novasbe.pt).
Check all required documentation here
Applications for the Master’s programs are currently closed. For more information, please contact the Admissions Office at leadyourfuture@novasbe.pt or at +351 213 801 699.
Careers and Placement
The MIDPP provides high-level skills that are demanded in organisations that deal with domestic and international public policy (involving both developed and developing countries). The list of potential job opportunities include international organisations (European Commission, OECD, United Nations sectoral agencies, etc), the civil service of EU and other countries, consultancies that work with the public sector, public relations agencies, and non-governmental organisations.
Nova SBE is currently working towards establishing partnerships with a number of organisations in sectors such as health, education, environment, and different government agencies in Portugal (e.g. Ministries of Foreign Affairs, Employment and Social Security) and abroad (e.g. EU development agency, International Labour Organisation). These partnerships may lead to traineeships and or job opportunities for MIDPP students and graduates.
Starting a Master’s Program at Nova SBE may be one of the first steps towards a global career.
Whether you already know how you plan to impact the world or whether you are still trying to decide what do after your degree, know that Nova SBE has a program that will guide you all the way through your Masters’ program. Nova SBE’s Career & Corporate Placement team runs a comprehensive program that provides you with the necessary tools to help taking the next step more effectively from day one and transform your uncertainties into bold aspirations that can really make a difference.
Check more information about the offers of the Career and Corporate Placement Team at Nova SBE here.
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