Masters Programs

Masters Programs
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There’s little that is typical about a Carsey graduate education. Our graduate programs offer a special mix of academic rigor and real-life expertise to prepare students for a career with impact. Carsey’s master's programs bring passionate students together with teachers at the top of their professions. We pride ourselves on a faculty that combines leading policy, development, and management professionals with academic scholars to bring the best hands-on experience and scholarly expertise to the classroom. Students graduate our programs empowered to contribute to building a better, more sustainable, future for their communities, state, country and planet.

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Master in Community Development (MCD)
 


Online | 12 Courses | 14 Months

The MCD program teaches the basis of community engagement and sustainable development practices.
Accelerated and Executive options available.

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Master of Global Conflict and Human Security (GCHS) 


Online | 10 Courses | 12 Months

The GCHS program teaches skills in international development policy and practice to build resilient societies.
Accelerated options available.

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Master of Public Administration (MPA)
 


Online | 12 Courses | 14 Months

The MPA curriculum covers concepts from management, public policy, budgeting, and planning, providing skills needed to run an organization.
Accelerated and Executive options available.

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Master in Public Policy (MPP)
 


In-Person | 14 Courses | 16 Months

In the MPP, students engage in meetings in Washington, DC, with key policymakers, advocacy groups, and more while gaining practical experience.
Accelerated options available.

If you have questions about which Carsey graduate degree program is right for you, please contact our Academic team.