Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs
Lead the way towards a better world for all with the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, where diverse and collaborative problem solvers meet local, national and global challenges, to move people, policies and communities forward.
Certificate of Advanced Study in Data Analytics for Public Policy
The 12-credit (four courses) Data Analytics for Public Policy Certificate of Advanced Study prepares professionals looking to gain advanced skills in managing and analyzing large amounts of data, and familiarity with public policy and governance issues raised using new forms of data. Graduates complete a required 3-credit course in Data-Driven Decision ...Certificate of Advanced Study in Public Leadership and Management
The 12-credit (four courses) Public Leadership and Management Certificate of Advanced Study prepares professionals looking to identify and define key public administration concepts, explain and assess leadership and managerial theories, skills and competencies, apply problem-solving and analytic skills, and develop their role and potential as a public ...Conflict Management & Collaboration
The Conflict Management and Collaboration microcredential demonstrates the learning and practice of conflict- and collaboration-related skillsets in an interactive workshop setting. Through the completion of at least three (3) workshops offered by Conflict Management Center’s (CMC) annual workshop series (9 hours total of interactive workshop attendance), ...Executive M.P.A. Program
The 30-credit Executive M.P.A. is a specialized program designed for experienced professionals looking to elevate their formal training and build their leadership, managerial and organizational skills. The curriculum is tailored to those looking to advance their ability to formulate, implement and evaluate policy; lead and manage complex organizations; ...Executive Master's in International Relations
The 30-credit executive master's in international relations is designed for experienced midcareer professionals to enhance their existing skill sets and address gaps in knowledge. The core of this program focuses on leadership, foreign policy and global governance, with elective courses that offer students an interdisciplinary understanding of international ...Leadership and Governance During Times of Crisis
Leadership and Governance during Times of Crisis focuses on developing leadership skills for managing crisis situations. This workshop gives Fellows overarching perspectives, frameworks, skills, and tools to more effectively lead and address challenges during a wide range of crises that reflect the US Department of State’s Policy Issues including, but ...Leading Smart Cities with Trust
The Leading Smart Cities with Trust professional program provides an opportunity to learn from government, academia, and private sector leaders to gain solid foundational knowledge and skills for Smart City initiatives while expanding your professional network. The course involves active participation in a mix of lectures and case studies with individual ...M.P.A. Program
The 40-credit M.P.A. program prepares you to lead public, private and nonprofit organizations aimed at improving the lives of those around you. The nation’s first established and most highly regarded M.P.A. program empowers service-minded professionals to implement their creative ideas. Integrating theory and practice, you will train to collaborate ...Master of Arts in International Relations
The 40-credit master’s in international relations is an advanced foundational education preparing students to develop evidence-based solutions to address international issues. The core of the program offers students a solid foundation in international management, leadership, research design, statistics, and economics. Elective courses offer students ...National Security Management
The National Security Management (NSM) course develops senior executives of military, government and industry organizations to perform confidently in roles for which in-depth knowledge of national security affairs is essential. The course involves a mix of keynote addresses, case-studies, lectures and practical exercises addressing key issues in national ...