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International Policy and Planning Certificate at University of Southern California

University of Southern California, United States

Programme overview

A graduate certificate strengthening understanding of global policy, planning and public management, comparative policy approaches and governance institutions, and preparing students for work in international organizations.

Faculty: USC Price School of Public Policy  |  Duration: 16 units  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Los Angeles, CA, United States

What you will study

Core course PPD 677 International Development Administration or PPDE 649 International Development NGOs, plus PPD 532L or PPD 613a and 613b (8 units), and 8 units of electives in international development, comparative urbanization, policy and sustainability, or global health chosen with the faculty adviser.

Career pathways

Prepares graduates for work in international organizations and globalized public policy, planning and management professions.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants currently enrolled in a USC graduate program with a 3.0 GPA only need to apply to the certificate.

Duration: 16 units

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