Two-Year Full-Time MBA Program in Public Policy and Management
Introduction:
Building from the legacy of XIM’s reputed management ecosystem, the School of Governance and Public Affairs (SGPA) offers a unique program – an MBA in Public Policy and Management. The program provides rigorous interdisciplinary learning that bridges management with public policy to fill the rising demand for policy professionals in government and business. The skills and expertise imparted as part of the program are now becoming critical for strategic decision-making and long-term success in an increasingly complex and interconnected world. The problem-solving focus of public policy rooted in a sound knowledge of social, economic, and political issues has become indispensable for navigating regulatory landscapes, influencing policy, managing risks, and aligning with societal expectations.
Besides getting placement opportunities in the corporate sector in general management and consulting, graduates of the program have a strong chance to get placement in niche public policy roles within corporate organizations. The blend of management and public policy education opens opportunities for expert advisory roles for the government and specialist management professionals who can advise companies on public policy. Graduates can pursue careers in various international organizations and government-specialized agencies as consultants and policy analysts/managers. The two-year program, in its entire duration, also creates numerous opportunities for the students to connect with the industry, government, research, and development sector and other potential employers to facilitate their careers.
Core Competencies Gained in Two Year MBA-PPM
- Sound knowledge of political institutions and government procedures.
- Analytical skills to assess the social, economic and political realities for businesses and governments.
- Ability to apply cutting edge management practices for public policy.
- Monitoring and evaluation of public policies.
- Managing research for development oriented public policies.
Career Opportunities for Graduates
- Corporate Sector Roles- Opportunities exist in corporate firms for positions such as public affairs specialists, compliance managers, and monitoring and evaluation managers where graduates can advise on regulatory issues and corporate social responsibility initiatives, bridging the gap between business and public policy.
- Consulting and Advisory Positions in Government- Graduates are prepared for strategic consulting and program management enabling them to provide expert advice on public policy matters to governmental bodies and the offices of elected government officials.
- Policy Research and Analysis- Graduates can pursue roles in government agencies, NGOs, and international organizations, focusing on policy research and analysis leveraging their interdisciplinary training in public policy and management.
Academic System:
Program Structure
The MBA program is of 2 years duration, spread over six terms. Students must complete 103 credits to graduate with the degree successfully. One credit is equivalent to 10 teaching/contact (classroom) hours plus another 20 hours of academic work to be utilized outside the classroom in reading, research, assignments, and activities related to the course, as specified by the faculty. The program involves an average of 16 class sessions a week, each of 90 minutes duration. The student’s workload, including class sessions, required readings, term papers, project work, and field visits, is expected to need about 90 hours per week. Most core courses are part of the curriculum in the first year, with some courses allocated in the second year. Electives are offered in the second year.
The pedagogy includes classroom lectures, case-based discussions, and experiential learning to make the students undertake original policy research and analysis and develop transformative solutions for public policy issues through an efficient management orientation. Students also learn by organizing events and conclaves and networking with industry and policy organizations from the government and the private sector.
Program Focus
- General Management
- Public Systems Management
- Public Leadership and Entrepreneurship
- International Relations and Global Governance
- Politics, Law and Development
Learning Outcomes
Year-I
Students study the foundations of both General Management and Public Policy to
- Obtain Managerial skills by studying the foundational areas of Management.
- Understand the Social, Political, Economic, and Philosophical Foundations of Public Policy.
- Gain real-world understanding of the dynamics of public policy making process with Local Government Immersion Programme.
- Earn professional experience through a Public Policy and Management oriented Summer Internship Programme.
Year-II
Students study Management and Public Policy in a holistic and integrated manner to
- Apply the principles of Management on key issues of public policy and governance.
- Gain important skills, techniques and cutting-edge methods in problem-solving.
- Specialize in the chosen functional electives of Public Policy and Management.
- Demonstrate their skills by applying their knowledge and techniques in a Capstone Project.
Some unique features of the program that go beyond the classroom learning include:
Local Government Immersion Programme
Students undertake this credited program in December at the end of their 2nd term. It is a unique initiative of the school with the objective of orienting young minds toward the workings and dynamics of the policy planning and implementation process at various levels of the government. Students are generally attached to an institution of the local government where policy is planned and/or implemented for 3 weeks. This exposure will provide Management students with a deep understanding of the realities and workings of local government bodies, which are important public policy sites. Some students are also attached to the offices and constituencies of Hon’ble Members of Parliament (MP) and Members of Legislative Assemblies (MLA). This immersion program accounts for 4 credits.
Summer Internship Programme
At the end of the first year, students spend 8-10 weeks interning with various corporate, consulting, research, and governmental organizations in different public policy areas. Students work on ongoing projects and learn current approaches, practices, challenges, and problem-solving processes. The Career Administrative Services (CAS) of the school and the university works to place the students in established organizations for this internship.
Capstone Project (CP)
During the final trimester, students are required to undertake a Capstone Project for 3 credits. Through their chosen project which is a culmination of their two years of study in public policy and management, students demonstrate their expertise in a particular area through their research and project management and execution capabilities. Students are allotted faculty guides to supervise and advise on their research/project.
Immersion Courses
Several immersion courses are held throughout the MBA program. These are short course modules on cutting-edge topics and issues intended to equip the knowledge and skills of the students. Usually conducted over two days, these immersive courses are delivered by invited resource persons who are nationally and globally renowned experts. Students can also propose topics of common interest that give them a competitive edge in the job market.
Career Advisory Services (CAS)
The CAS functions as a full-time career advisory team that consists of student members, faculty coordinators, and officials from the university CAS team. The CAS works for the internships and final placements of all the students. It also holds leadership talks, an annual conclave IMPACT-X, and other networking opportunities that bring potential recruiters and students together.
Other Special Features Requiring Students' Engagement:
Leadership Talks:
These talks are organized by the Career Advisory Services (CAS) of the school over the course of the two years of study. Leading professionals from key corporate and government organizations deliver talks on academic-industry-government interface topics.
IMPACT-X:
This is the major annual event of the Career Advisory Services (CAS) of the school, which brings together several prominent corporate organizations as well as other leaders and organizations working on public policy together.
Policy Analysis and Action Series (PAAS):
This series of lectures provides a national platform for discourses on public policy. Eminent academics, researchers, and practitioners deliver these lectures and debates on a wide range of contemporary topics pertinent to understanding policymaking’s complexities.
PRAXIS:
The school’s functional committee stands for the Public Policy Practitioners Association of SGPA. The committee acts as a Policy Lab with talks, events, newsletters, and live projects. PRAXIS conducts an annual event that is a confluence of policy leaders and practitioners from various arenas of government, industry, and civil society.
International Conference:
The school also organizes an annual conference that brings together prominent and upcoming researchers from the public policy, management, and related disciplines field to discuss various policy, management, governance, and other socio-economic and political issues and their future trajectories.
Extra-curricular Activities:
As a policy, the institute encourages students to develop citizenship qualities and academic accomplishments. The institute encourages students to understand the community, including their problems, difficulties, way of living, livelihood systems, interface with the market, etc. The campus offers ample opportunities for other extra-curricular pursuits such as sports, social service, book club, music, debates, quizzes, contests, etc., through area-specific, voluntary student associations.
MBA in Public Policy and Management 2023-25 Course Curriculum :
Course Structure:
| Courses | Credits |
|---|---|
|
Core Courses |
64 credits |
|
Elective Courses |
32 credits |
|
Local Government Immersion Programme (LGIP) |
4 credits |
|
Capstone Project |
3 credits |
|
Total Credits |
103 credits |
List of Courses:
MBA in Public Policy and Management | ||
Term |
Course Name |
Credits |
Term I |
Financial Reporting and Analysis |
2 |
Managerial Skills and Communication | 3 | |
Quantitative Techniques | 3 | |
Managerial Economics | 3 | |
Managerial Analysis and Decision Modelling | 3 | |
Politics, Government and Society | 3 | |
Moral and Ethical Foundations of Public Policy | 2 | |
Introduction to Policy Making | 2 | |
Term I Credits | 21 | |
Term II | Operations Management | 3 |
Organizational Behaviour and Public Leadership | 3 | |
Human Resource Management | 2 | |
Marketing for Public Policy and Services | 3 | |
Indian Constitution, Law and Administration | 3 | |
Public Institutions and Policy Implementation | 3 | |
Local Government Immersion Programme | 4 | |
Term II Credits | 21 | |
Term III | Financial Management | 3 |
Sustainability Management (including Reporting & Compliance) | 2 | |
Corporate Social Responsibility | 2 | |
International Relations and International Organizations | 3 | |
Public Policy Analysis | 3 | |
Social Research Methods | 3 | |
Negotiation and Communication for Public Policy | 2 | |
Policy Writing | 2 | |
Term III Credits | 20 | |
Term IV | Project Management | 2 |
Strategic Management and Public Policy | 3 | |
Management Information Systems and Digital Governance (Core Elective) | 2 | |
Stakeholder Management and Community Participation (Core Elective) | 2 | |
Network Governance and Non-Profit Management (Core Elective) | 2 | |
Evidence based Decision Making (Core Elective) | 2 | |
Management Consulting for Public Policy (Core Elective) | 2 | |
Human Rights and Justice Seminar | 1 | |
Term IV Credits | 16 | |
Term V | International Finance (Elective) | 2 |
Fiscal Decentralization and Governance (Elective) | 2 | |
Geopolitical Risk Management (Elective) | 2 | |
Government Accounting and Audit (Elective) | 3 | |
Policy Innovation and Change Management (Core Elective) | 2 | |
Total Quality Management for Public Services (Core Elective) | 1.5 | |
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning for Policy Management (Core Elective) | 1.5 | |
Term V Credits | 14 | |
Term VI | Financing Human Development and Social Sector Policy (Elective) | 2 |
Privatisation and Public-Private Partnerships (Elective) | 2 | |
Systems Thinking in Public Governance (Core Elective) | 2 | |
Game Theory for Policy Management (Elective) | 2 | |
Capstone Project | 3 | |
Term VI Credits | 11 | |
Total Credits | 103 | |
MBA in Public Policy and Management
| Term | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
|
Term I |
Financial Reporting and Analysis |
2 |
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Managerial Skills and Communication |
3 |
|
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Quantitative Techniques |
3 |
|
|
Managerial Economics |
3 |
|
|
Managerial Analysis and Decision Modelling |
3 |
|
|
Politics, Government and Society |
3 |
|
|
Moral and Ethical Foundations of Public Policy |
2 |
|
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Introduction to Policy Making |
2 |
|
|
Term I Credits |
21 |
- Financial Reporting and Analysis
- Managerial Skills and Communication
- Quantitative Techniques
- Operations Management
- Introduction to Policymaking
- Philosophical Foundations of Public Policy
- Politics, Society and Business
- Microeconomics for Policy Managers
Elective Courses:
- Global Political Economy
- Human Rights and Justice
- Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning for Policy Management
- Social Entrepreneurship and Innovation
- Urban Planning and Management
- Crisis Management and Governance
- Social Welfare Policy Management
- Nonprofit Management
- Political Economy for Public Policy
- Behavioral Science and Decision Analysis
- International Finance and Economic Policy
- Health Policy and Management
- Education and Human Development
- Labor Economics and Employment Policy
- Game Theory for Policy Management
- Geopolitical Risk Management
- Environmental and Energy Economics
- Data Management and Governance
Admission Process:
Eligibility
Bachelor’s degree of minimum three-year duration (or equivalent) in any discipline, from a recognized University, with at least 55% marks in aggregate. Final year degree students, who expect to complete their final examinations and other requirements for obtaining the degree by June 15, 2025, can also apply.
How to apply?
Through the regular admission process of XIM University, as applicable to all MBA programs. Please fill the online application form available on the University website (www.xim.edu.in)
OR
Candidates who have secured the 1st, 2nd or 3rd position (i.e., any of the top three ranks) in their undergraduate program can apply without any Admission Test score by filling in the Online Application Form. A certificate from the Head of the Institution stating their rank/ position must be furnished when asked for.
Selection Process
Candidates will be shortlisted on the basis of academic merit; and/or admission test scores. Shortlisted candidates will be called for Group Discussion, Writing Ability Test, and/or Personal Interview.
(D) Fee Structure:
Program Fee:
- Course Fee-First Year: Rs.3,00,000
- Course Fee-Second Year: Rs.3,00,000
- Course Material Per Year: Rs.10,000
- IT Expenses : Rs 10,000/-
- Alumni Association life time membership (one time): Rs 10,000/-
- Career Advisory Services (one time): Rs 20,000/-
- Field Learning Exp. Per Year: Rs 10,000/-
- Refundable Deposits : Rs 20,000/-
- Total Program Fee: Rs.6,80,000