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Master's of Arts
Social and Public Policy Online
Address today’s critical issues with SUNY Empire’s online M.A. in Social and Public Policy.
Address today’s critical issues with SUNY Empire’s online M.A. in Social and Public Policy. This flexible program helps you build skills to analyze and shape policy in areas like health care, education, and social justice. With hands-on learning and a capstone project, you’ll graduate ready to lead in government, nonprofits, or advocacy.
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Master of Arts in Social and Public Policy
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Course List:
Students in the M.A. in Social and Public Policy program must take 5 core courses, 4 electives, and a capstone course. The required courses are as follows: -
PPOL 6007
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PPOL 6010
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PPOL 6015
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PPOL 6021 Methods for Policy Research (preferred course) OR PPOL 6020 Research Methods (if you intend to pursue doctoral studies)
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PPOL 6030
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Capstone Course
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PPOL 7010
Final Project - Professional Project: Social and Public Policy
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Electives Students must complete four electives. Examples of electives include but are not limited to:
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PPOL 6070
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PPOL 6075
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PPOL 6055
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PPOL 6035
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Build the Knowledge to Create Real Change
What you'll learn
- Understand the policy process
- Analyze and evaluate social policies
- Conduct applied policy research
- Communicate policy to diverse audiences
Shape Policy. Serve Communities.
A master’s in social and public policy online prepares you for leadership roles in advocacy, research, and policy implementation. Careers may include:
- Public Policy Analyst
- Community or Government Advocate
- Health or Human Services Policy Leader
- Program Director in Nonprofit or Public Sector
- Policy Researcher or Consultant
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Shape Policy. Drive Meaningful Change.
We're here to support you every step of the way, making your journey to an M.A. in Social and Public Policy flexible, clear, and impactful. Our dedicated advisors will help you stay on track, build your policy and research skills, and prepare to lead change in government, nonprofits, or advocacy work.
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Meet Your Professors
Our experienced faculty bring real-world expertise in social and public policy, advocacy, and leadership. They help you build skills in analysis, research, and communication so you can lead confidently and create lasting change.
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Professor
Jason Russell is a Professor in the School for Graduate Studies. His research interests are on work, labor, and capital
in the 20th century. He holds a Ph.D. in History from York University.
Distinguished Teaching Professor
Tally earned her Ph.D. in Sociology and M.A. in Philosophy, both from the New School
for Social Research, and has a B.A. in government from Cornell University. She achieved
the rank of full professor in 2007.
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