Post-Graduate Programme in Public Policy (PGP)

Program Overview

A pioneer in modern public policy education in India, the Takshashila Institution introduces the Post-Graduate Programme in Public Policy (PGP) for working professionals. It is targeted at dynamic individuals who wish to enter the growing professional sphere of policy, public affairs, governance and leadership, while pursuing their current occupations.

The PGP brings together policy practitioners and academic experts from across the world. The programme is academically rigorous and attuned to the current requirements of industry, media, social sector and politics.

Over a duration of 48 weeks, the PGP equips participants with a core set of skills in policy evaluation, economic reasoning, effective communication and public persuasion. Its emphasis is on how these skills can be applied to formulate and analyse policies in a variety of settings.

PGP Features

• Pathway to careers through our partnership with industry, media, non-profits and public leaders

• Custom-designed curriculum that blends academic concepts with practitioners’ insights

• Offered in three different majors – Public Policy, Public Affairs and Public Leadership

• Students specialise in their chosen careeroriented domains and skill sets.

Programme Structure

Takshashila’s PGP is a 48-week programme with 3 terms of 14 weeks each. During these terms students engage in weekly webinars, online self- and group study

Eligibility

• Undergraduate degree in any discipline

• Work-experience of at least two years

Application Requirements

• Online Application Form

• Personal Statement & Essays

• CV

• Degree certificate (undergraduate degree in any discipline)

• Two professional references

• Application Fee (`500)

Apply Now

Interested candidates can apply online at http://www.takshashila.org.in/  and email Nidhi Gupta at pgp@takshashila.org .in for any queries.

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