Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration
The Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration program prepares you to meet the challenges of governance and effective service delivery as government and nonprofit institutions become increasingly intertwined. To have robust communities, leaders must have the vision to create plans, develop policies, and manage resources across economic sectors. As a result, we need leaders in public service whose practice is grounded in scientific inquiry and scholarship, and who are prepared not only to improve our democratic institutions, but also to add to our understanding of those institutions.
Walden�s doctoral study is grounded in scientific inquiry and scholarship that builds upon your existing experience. The Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration program further educates you on critical public policy issues and the latest best practices training to promote social change through effective, forward-thinking management.Walden�s distance-learning format is tailored for busy professionals like you. Walden offers maximum flexibility for you to choose a specialization within your program of study that matches your specific needs and interests. This program combines a course-based core curriculum with a series of research seminars and an advanced KAM-based curriculum, which allows you to tailor your learning and apply it to real-world challenges faced in communities, organizations, and government bodies.GET STARTED NOW — Click here to request more information
Walden University
Walden University is an accredited graduate institution offering advanced degrees online to professionals who work to make a difference in the lives of children, the health of a community, or the success of an organization.
Walden degree programs include management, education, health, human services, psychology, engineering, and IT. Our academic standards are high, our faculty is experienced, and our curriculum is rigorous. The Walden distance-learning approach optimizes relevance and depth of learning by letting students share experiences with peers here and abroad.Since 1970, Walden has stayed true to its mission: serving the higher education needs of professionals who work for positive social change. Our programs help students achieve their personal enrichment and career advancement goals. Our graduates, in turn, enrich and advance the lives of countless others they serve.Accreditation
Walden University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association, www.ncahlc.org.