Master's program in Public Policy
Introduction
- The Master’s Program in Public Policy at Vietnam Japan University (VJU) is designed to prepare students with deep knowledge and understanding of the complexity and challenges of public policy, its formulation, implementation, and evaluation. The program also aims to equip students with a set of analytical tools and essential skills necessary to be more effective managers, leaders, decision-makers, and implementers who have not only a sustainable vision but also the capacity of finding and solving problems as well as taking leadership in achieving the vision.
See MPP’s brochure here and Program’s Introduction here.
The Program is promulgated under Decision No. 4297/QĐ-ĐHQGHN dated October 30th, 2015, of the President of VNU.
- Duration: 24 months
- Training method: Fulltime
- Teaching language: Vietnamese and English
- Language of instruction:
- Location: Vietnam Japan University - My Dinh Campus
Traning Program
Educational Philosophy: Toward a liberal arts education that emphasizes sustainable development based on an interdisciplinary approach and the combination of practice and theory.
Slogan: Better policies for a better life
Mission: Provide high-quality human resources and conduct excellent research in the field of public policy
Vision: Become a leading training program in the field of public policy.
Program’s Objectives:
- PO1 (Knowledges): Provide students with in-depth and interdisciplinary knowledge in both theory and practice in the field of public policy.
- PO2 (Skills): Train students with the necessary cognitive, executive, and personal management skills in the field of public policy.
- PO3 (Attitude): Develop good ethics and attitude, high responsibility and creativity among learners, who are aware of the role and impact of public policy on socio-economic actors and the responsibilities of public policy makers, managers, experts, and researchers.
Expected Learning Outcomes: link
Advantages Of Programs
- High quality, based on the curriculum of Tsukuba University, modified to meet the requirements of Vietnam’s context;
- International academic environment; at least 50% of lecturers from Japan; modern facilities; participation in projects with well-known professors;
- Substantially subsidized tuition fees; full scholarships for outstanding students;
- A 3-month fully covered internship in Japan for 50% of students;
- Modern knowledge and skills in a multicultural context, especially Japanese;
- Competency when applying for jobs at Vietnamese, Japanese enterprises, and international organizations upon graduation;
Career Opportunity
- Work in the fields of planning and implementing public policies as analysts, consultants, implementers, and evaluators;
- Academic researchers and members of teaching staff at research institutes, national and international universities;
- Consultants and coordinators at international organizations or NGOs;
- Study Ph.D. degrees at both national and international education institutions;
Program Activities
Seminars
Filed Trips
Researching Activities
Partner University
University of Tsukuba
- The partner university of VJU’s Master’s Program in Public Policy.
- One of the top 10 most prestigious universities in Japan.
Program Message
Prof. Nguyen Thuy Anh
Program director
“The MPP at VJU is an international quality program, based on the curriculum of the University of Tsukuba, and has been tailored to meet the conditions and needs of Vietnam. The program is taught in English, with more than half of the lecturers from leading universities in Japan. Besides, students will have opportunities to gain practical knowledge and experience through a talk series in which invited guest speakers are senior leaders, experts, and entrepreneurs from the academic, public, and private sectors. Graduates of the MPP are not only ready to take on leadership roles and managerial positions at Vietnamese, Japanese, and international institutions and governmental organizations, but they will also have the competency and eligibility to further their education and research in doctoral programs of this field.”
Prof. Dr. Naohisa Okamoto
University of Tsukuba
Co-Director
“The Master’s Program in Public Policy (MPP) is a two-year program that integrates effectively theory and practice with an aim to formulate a framework for sustainable development. As part of the interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary programs under Vietnam Japan University, the MPP prepares students with deep knowledge and understanding of the complexity and challenges of public policy, its formulation, implementation, and evaluation, with an emphasis on the connection between economies, industries, national and regional developments, and international relations.
The program also equips students with a set of analytical tools and essential skills necessary to be more effective policymakers and social leaders who have not only a sustainable vision but also the capacity to find and solve problems, as well as take the lead in achieving this vision. Those participating in the program will have the opportunity to strengthen their theoretical knowledge and practical skills through hands-on projects and policy-oriented internships at domestic and international governmental, non-governmental or private organizations. Graduates of the MPP are not only ready to take on leadership roles and managerial positions at Vietnamese, Japanese, and international institutions and governmental organizations, but they will also have the competency and eligibility to further their education and research on doctoral programs in this field.”
“Nanotechnology is the field that changes the world. The Master’s program in Nanotechnology at VJU aims to cultivate human resources who are largely expected to develop and aggressively progress Vietnamese industry and academia for future national growth. Especially, this program puts much emphasis on the abilities of students to look at the nanoscopic view from the quantum-level, and through deep thought and the resolution of complex problems to make ceaseless breakthroughs in high technology. Also, the needs of the interdisciplinary nature of the course involving physics, chemistry and biological engineering are well met by the well-organized curriculum provided by international and professional faculty members. Students can get more than the double major necessary for producing future innovative ideas and hints. We welcome young persons who have the high degree of motivation and potential needed for the VJU nanotechnology program.”
Curriculum
The curriculum consists of a total of 64 credits, including core courses in fundamental and professional knowledge, as well as elective courses in each specified field. This is the tentative schedule that will be applied from MPP 6th intake.
|
No |
Courses |
Credits |
|
General knowledge |
10 |
|
|
1 |
Philosophy |
4 |
|
2 |
Basic English |
4 |
|
3 |
Japanese Language I |
2 |
|
Fundamental and Specific Knowledge |
50 |
|
|
Compulsory courses |
20/20 |
|
|
4 |
Basic Sustainability Science |
3 |
|
5 |
Methodology and Informatics for Sustainable Science |
3 |
|
6 |
Microeconomics for Public Policy |
2 |
|
7 |
Macroeconomics for Public Policy |
2 |
|
8 |
Public Policy Analysis |
3 |
|
9 |
Quantitative Analysis for Public Policy |
3 |
|
10 |
Internship |
4 |
|
Elective courses |
20/39 |
|
|
11 |
Governance and Development |
2 |
|
12 |
Leadership |
2 |
|
13 |
Development Finance |
3 |
|
14 |
Econometrics |
3 |
|
15 |
Principle and Method of Performance Evaluation |
3 |
|
16 |
Economics and Policy of Urban and Regional Development |
3 |
|
17 |
Social Welfare Policy |
2 |
|
18 |
Disaster Prevention |
2 |
|
19 |
Agriculture and Rural Development Policy |
3 |
|
20 |
Education Policy |
3 |
|
21 |
Transportation Planning and Policy |
3 |
|
22 |
International Political Economy |
3 |
|
23 |
Research Methodology |
3 |
|
24 |
Japanese Language II |
4 |
|
Series of guest speakers’ lectures |
Non -credit |
|
|
Master's thesis |
14 |
|
|
Total |
64 |
|
Scholarships and tuition assistance
See scholarships and Financial aids here
Admissions
- Enrollment 2023
1. Admission schedule
| No. | Content | 1st Batch | 2st Batch | Additional batch (In case of missing lots) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Receive documents | From 02/2023 to 15/04/2023 | From 17/04/2023 to 31/07/2023 | From 01/08/2023 to 30/08/2023 | |
| 2 | Announcement of interview list | 18/04/2023 | 02/08/2023 | 05/09/2023 | |
| 3 | Interview candidates | 23 - 24/04/2023 | 05 - 06/08/2023 | 10/09/2023 | |
| 4 | Notification of results and admission | 05/2023 | 08/2023 | 09/2023 | |
| 4 | Notification of results and admission | 05/2023 | 08/2023 | 09/2023 | |
| 5 | Opening | 09/2023 (Expected) | |||
2. Application method
- Admission (including application review and interview)
- Direct admission
Candidates for the exam can choose one of the following two interview methods: Face-to-face interview:
- Candidates come to the school’s training facility to participate in a face-to-face interview with the Board of Examiners;
- Online Interview: Candidates who, due to geographical or work conditions, cannot come for a face-to-face interview at the School can propose to the Admissions Council to allow an online interview via an Internet connection.
See Detailed VJU’s postgraduate admission 2023: Admission Information – Master’s Programs 2023
Download Application Package 2023
The related issues such as Appropriate majors, Relevant related majors, English requirements and admission quota for each Master programs, please see at Admission website: http://admission.vju.ac.vn/en/homepage/
3. Interview method
Lecturers and Staff
Ms. Nguyen Thi Huong
Faculty Assistant
Ms. Ngo Minh Thao
Faculty Assistant
Inviting Lecturers Of MPP
Contact
Program Office
P.6614, 6th floor, Vietnam Japan University, Luu Huu Phuoc Street, My Dinh 1 Urban Area, Nam Tu Liem District, Hanoi
Program assistant:
Nguyễn Lê Thảo Vân
Tel: (+84) 24 7306 6001 (Ext: 6130)
