Graduate Certificate in Public Policy and Analysis (PPAN)
A graduate credential for careers in homeland security, public safety, and national defenseThe graduate certificate in Public Policy Analysis is a cross-disciplinary series of graduate courses open to students already enrolled in a Texas A&M graduate degree program. The five-course certificate provides students with the core concepts, tools and skills for successful careers in the growing field of public policy analysis. It is also well suited to students interested in better understanding the policy implications of scientific or engineering research.
Program at a Glance
- Credential
Graduate Certificate in Public Policy Analysis
- Credit Hours
15 (5 courses)
- Duration
Up to 24 months
- Format
College Station (On-campus)
- Areas of Emphasis
Optional (noted on the certificate)
- Stackable
Hours may count toward a graduate program.
About the Program
The graduate certificate in Public Policy Analysis is a cross-disciplinary series of graduate courses open to students already enrolled in a Texas A&M graduate degree program. The five-course certificate provides students with the core concepts, tools and skills for successful careers in the growing field of public policy analysis. It is also well suited to students interested in better understanding the policy implications of scientific or engineering research. Required courses stress analytic skills that are essential to the field, while electives allow students to specialize in specific policy domains such as education policy, cybersecurity policy, health policy, energy policy, environmental policy, national security policy or immigration policy.
Curriculum
This five-course certificate provides students with the core concepts, tools and skills for successful careers in the growing field of public policy analysis.
View the PPAN in the Texas A&M CatalogAreas of Emphasis
ElectivesRequired courses stress analytic skills that are essential to the field, while electives allow students to specialize in specific policy domains.
- Education Policy
- Cybersecurity Policy
- Health Policy
- Energy Policy
- Environmental Policy
- National Security Policy
- Immigration Policy
Where & How You’ll Study
The Certificate requires completion of 15 graduate credit hours and is offered all on-campus. Three courses are required along with two electives from a variety of course offerings (see overview below). Need more information? Email an Enrollment Advisor at bushschoolpsaa@tamu.edu.
College Station
Take courses on campus, typically meeting once a week.
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Stack Toward a Degree
PPAN hours can transfer toward graduate program degrees.
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The PPAN is taught by the same acclaimed PSAA faculty as our master’s programs.
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Tuition and fees vary each year according to state residency, term of study, and other factors. For the most recent cost estimate, please refer to the TAMU Tuition Calculator.
Explore PPAN Cost & FundingReady to Apply?
Admission is handled through the Texas A&M Office of Admissions. Start as a first-year or transfer student, and find the steps on our Undergraduate Admissions page.
How to Apply