As a professional in the public sector, you’re dedicated to making a difference in your community. But in today’s highly politicized environment, the right degree is essential to getting your voice heard. With Walden’s flexible distance-learning formats, you can earn a higher degree without sacrificing your commitments to your family or constituents.

Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration

To advance a new vision for policy-making, service delivery and resource management, you need a grounding in scientific inquiry and scholarship. With numerous specializations, an international network of experienced faculty and students, and opportunities to tailor your studies to your interests, this program will give you the knowledge, confidence and out-of-the-box thinking to influence public policy.

Specializations

• General Program
• Criminal Justice
• Homeland Security Policy & Coordination
• Public Policy
• Public Safety Management

Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.)

Driving positive change in your community requires knowledge, confidence and out-of-the-box thinking. By offering access to an international community of experienced students and faculty and the freedom to shape your studies around projects that matter to you, this program will prepare you to succeed in today’s increasing complex public, private and nonprofit organizations.

Specializations

• General Program
• Criminal Justice
• Homeland Security Policy & Coordination
• Public Management and Leadership
• Public Policy
• Public Safety Management