PUBLIC MANAGEMENT AND POLICY
PREPARING LEADERS
The Department of Public Management and Policy prepares future leaders of public and nonprofit organizations and future scholars in public policy and administration. Talented, enthusiastic professors teach students the political and economic contexts in which public and nonprofit organizations operate as well as the theoretical and practical tools they need to succeed in the public sector.
RESEARCH
Students at the Andrew Young School study with nationally and internationally known faculty and gain experience at our renowned research centers. We emphasize advanced training in the latest theoretical knowledge, quantitative techniques, research methodology and empirical evidence.
The Department of Public Management and Policy faculty has been ranked the fifth most prolific for publishing in public administration journals over the past decade.
U.S. NEWS AND WORLD REPORT RANKINGS
- No. 21, Best Graduate School
- No. 8, Public Finance & Budgeting
- No. 9, Nonprofit Management
- No. 8, Urban Policy
- No. 22, Public Policy Analysis
- No. 19, Public Management & Leadership
Alumni
Our alumni often remain engaged, playing active and important roles in our students’ exposure to policy-related careers. Many of our alumni remain involved with the school as mentors, volunteers and board members. Read some of their stories on our alumni pages!
Faculty
Our faculty share a unique entrepreneurial approach to policy scholarship and research, providing rigorous academic training and relevant practical experiences for our students.
Ph.D. Students
Our doctorate students are actively engaged in research and scholarship in many areas of public policy. Read their bios to learn more about their work.
Alumna Samantha Abell
