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MPA in Global Leadership at Columbia University

Columbia University, United States

Programme overview

The MPA in Global Leadership is a 10-month degree for mid-career leaders with an average of 10 to 15 years of experience. It builds policy expertise, analytical skills and leadership.

Faculty: School of International and Public Affairs  |  Duration: 10 months  |  Intake: Summer (late July start)  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: New York, NY, United States

What you will study

A six-week, 6-credit summer immersion on global policy issues, then at least 12 credits in each of fall and spring, including at least one 3-credit course from economics and quantitative analysis, management and leadership, or policy foundations, with electives from about 450 SIPA and Columbia courses.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Personal statement and essay questions, professional resume, two recommendations (a third optional), undergraduate and later transcripts, GRE or GMAT optional, evidence of English fluency if not a native speaker, online video response, application fee US$95. Final deadline 15 January 2027.

Intake: Summer (late July start)

Duration: 10 months

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