Do you have a passion for law? Are you interested in government and organizational management? If so, Walden University's Master of Public Policy with a specialization in Law and Public Policy program may be right for you. Read more about the M.P.P with a specialization in Law and Public Policy program here.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What Kind of Program Is It?

    Walden University's Master of Public Policy with a specialization in Law and Public Policy is an online degree program designed to help you develop an understanding of public leadership, the legal process, and its influence on government affairs. You will also have an opportunity to study the ethical, social, and financial issues related to the field of public leadership. The program usually takes less than two years to complete, but times vary based on individual progress and credits transferred, if applicable.

    What are the Prerequisites?

    If you are interested in applying to Walden University's M.P.P with a specialization in Law and Public Policy program, you should be interested in government and law. Applicants to Walden University's programs should be at least 24 years old and have a high school diploma or GED equivalent; applicants may need to complete additional requirements for some programs.

    What are the Course Requirements?

    The Master of Public Policy with a specialization in Law and Public Policy program consists of 66 credits, which includes a foundation course, core courses, specialization, and capstone courses.

    Public Policy Course Requirements

    • MMPP 6115: Foundations of Graduate Study
    • MMPP 6405: Ethics and Social Justice
    • MMPP 6465: Strategic Planning: Collaboration, Cooperation, and Coordination
    • MMPP 6112: Governance and Public Policy
    • MMPP 6431: Finance and Budgeting for the Public Sector
    • MMPP 6111: Leadership and Organizational Change
    • MMPP 6380: Policy and Politics in American Political Institutions
    • MMPA 6381: Program Evaluation
    • MMPP 6382: Public Policy and Finance
    • MMPP 6379: Advanced Public Policy Methods and Analysis
    • MMPP 6810: Fundamentals of Law and Public Policy
    • MMPP 6811: Legal Research for Policy Practitioners
    • MMPP 6812: Contemporary Cases and Issues in the Courts
    • MMPP 6910 Capstone Seminar or 8115: Writing a Quality Prospectus for students who wish to matriculate into Walden's Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration program

    What Could I Do After I Graduate?

    Career Opportunities

    Walden University's M.P.P with a specialization in Law and Public Policy is designed to prepare you for careers in law and public leadership. After completing the master's degree program, graduates could pursue entry-level positions in public management, such as:

    • Legal consultant
    • Public policy analyst
    • Program coordinator
    • Public finance director

    Advanced Degrees

    In addition to seeking entry-level positions, graduates of Walden University's M.P.P with a specialization in Law and Public Policy program could pursue further graduate education. Earning a doctorate degree in public policy or a related field could prepare you for positions of greater responsibility or help you learn more advanced administrative and legal concepts. Degrees listed are not institution-specific but constitute a sampling of continuing education options for graduates. Degrees you could pursue include:

    • Doctor of Public Policy
    • Doctor of Public Administration
    • Doctor of Public Service

    Walden University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association, www.ncahlc.org.