MPA in Economic Policy Management at Columbia University

The MPA in Economic Policy Management is a STEM-designated one-year programme for professionals deepening expertise in economics, finance and related fields. Students take six courses in each of three semesters and choose one of three focuses.

Faculty: School of International and Public Affairs  |  Duration: One year (three semesters)  |  Intake: Summer  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: New York, NY, United States

What you will study

Advanced micro- and macroeconomics, quantitative methods, management and leadership, and topics such as economic development, energy and climate, finance and technology and social impact. Focuses: Economic Policy Management; Climate, Energy & Environment; Central Banking and Financial Markets.

Career pathways

World Bank, United Nations, Goldman Sachs, SMBC, Deloitte, Inter-American Development Bank and the University of Cambridge; many return to senior government roles. STEM designation allows an additional 24 months of OPT.

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