About the program
Public policy plays a crucial role in shaping the development trajectory and governance frameworks of nations. As Somalia transitions towards stability and growth, there is a pressing need for skilled professionals equipped with the knowledge and expertise to formulate, implement, and evaluate effective public policies. Recognizing this need, Somali National University proposes the establishment of a master’s Program in Public Policy.
MPP offers educational programs in Economics, policies, and planning techniques that are determined to equip students with the latest economic theories, armed with theoretical foundations in economics, research techniques, mastery of data analysis, quantitative and qualitative research techniques, and scientific writing. So, graduates can make plans and recommend economic policies with social and environmental aspects.
Vision
To become a reputable learning center for economic planning and policy at the national level.
Mission
Contribute to the development of the application of economic theory in development policy planning and produce an excellent master of economics in development planning and policy- making that has a social responsibility and can face changes in the global environment.
Target Audience
The program targets individuals with diverse academic backgrounds and professional experiences, including government officials, civil servants, policymakers, researchers, development practitioners, and aspiring leaders committed to driving positive change through evidence-informed policymaking.
Program Requirement
Students are required to complete a total of 45 credit hours of coursework. The total credit hours consist of 21 credit courses of the core course, 12 credit hours of compulsory courses in specialization, and 9 credit hours of elective courses.
Course Structure Diagram with Credits
Semester 1 |
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| Microeconomic Theory and Policy (CC) | ||||
| Macroeconomic Theory and Policy (CC) | ||||
| Research Methods in Economics (CC) | ||||
| Quantities Methods in Economics | ||||
Semester 2 |
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| Seminar (COM) | ||||
| Econometrics Method I (CC) | ||||
| Statistical Analysis for public policy (CC) | ||||
| Policy Planning and Development (SP) | ||||
Semester 3 |
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| Economic growth and Development (COM) | ||||
| Public Economics (Public Finance) (COM) | ||||
| Project Planning and Mgt (SP) | ||||
| Project Paper (Continued) (CC) | ||||
Semester 4 |
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| Econometrics Method II (COM) | ||||
| Monetary Economics (SP) | ||||
| Strategic Planning and Mgt (SP) | ||||
| Project Paper (Completion) (CC) | ||||