Master of Public Policy

University of Central Florida

Lead Policy Change that Makes a Positive Impact. Become a policy leader with UCF’s Master of Public Policy (MPP) - a specialized graduate program designed for students eager to lead change through data-driven decision-making and advocacy. Whether you’re drawn to environmental policy, public health, or economic development, you’ll gain the research, analysis and leadership skills to craft evidence-based recommendations that shape policies and laws. Offered face-to-face, the MPP program fosters a collaborative cohort experience that blends rigorous coursework with practical applications, leveraging UCF’s proximity to Orlando’s government hub for unmatched opportunities. Core classes, such as Economic Principles for Public Policy, Program Evaluation Techniques, and Public Policy Analysis, build the analytical and quantitative skills necessary to assess, create and implement public policies across various sectors that make a difference. Students can gain real-world experience through public policy internships in government offices, nonprofits and think tanks and hear from seasoned professionals - including policy analysts and nonprofit leaders - who bring real-world insights into advocacy, strategy and innovation. Whether you’re preparing for a role as a policy analyst, strategic planner or legislative advisor, UCF equips you to lead across the entire policy process - from development to evaluation. The MPP will also prepare you to further study in a policy-focused doctoral program.