About the Master of Public Policy

The Master of Public Policy (MPP) program trains students to become professional policy analysts for government agencies, non-profit advocacy and research groups, and private firms.  An interdisciplinary curriculum exposes students to policy and research fundamentals, which stress the identification, evaluation and implementation of policy initiatives.  Participation in UNM’s Evaluation Lab gives students hands-on experience.  An ongoing Policy Seminar provides a forum for student collaboration, integration with the local policy community and the inculcation of professional values and norms.

Curious about what kinds of jobs you can get with an MPP? Check out our Alumni, our Community Advisory Board, and a current list of job openings for people with, and/or working on, an MPP.

Want to join us for an online information session or a community event? Check ou the MPP Event Calendar.

Read our Learning Outcomes and UNM Goals (PDF) and find out what knowledge and skills you will develop in the MPP.

Have questions about the program or applying? Check out this FAQ.

At the MPP, we are all about program and policy evaluation - check out what our students are saying about us! 2022 MPP Program Evaluation

"I have gained the analytical tools needed for a career in this sector.  I've also gained broader knowledge about Poli Sci and Public Admin, crucial for working in policy." - 2020 UNM MPP Graduate