The Master of Public Policy (MPP) at the International Institute of Public Policy and Management (INPUMA) offers a unique, globally impactful experience. Our programme focuses on policy labs, country study visits, and an interdisciplinary approach, connecting you to a diverse network of policy professionals. Public policy is vital for creating and implementing regulations that affect the public. The MPP at INPUMA provides a comprehensive understanding of executive, legislative, and administrative processes, equipping you to analyse and develop sustainable public policies and engage stakeholders in the policy cycle.
ZQA7036: Policy Advocacy and Strategic Communication
ZQA7037: Policy Foresight for Sustainability
ZQA7038: Public Policy Practice (Outbound)
ZQA7039: International Affairs and Foreign Policy
ZQA7040: Defence and Security Policy
ZQA7041: Science, Technology and Policy Innovation
ZQA7042: Public Healthcare Policy
ZQA7043: Education Policy Planning
ZQA7044: Urban Policy and Community Development
ZQA7045: Ethnic Studies and History in Policymaking
ZQA7046: Migration Policy
ZQA7047: Well-being and Public Policy
Career Prospects
Policy Analyst, Public Policy Advisor, Government Affairs Manager, Public Sector Consultant, Legislative Analyst, Public Affairs Specialist, Nonprofit Program Manager, Urban Planner, Researcher in Public Policy, International Development Specialist, Environmental Policy Analyst, Health Policy Analyst, Social Policy Analyst, Local Government Administrator, Economic Development Specialist.
Tuition Fee
Local
RM40,000
Note: Tuition Fee are subject to change.
International
RM98,600
Intake
Semester 1 (October) Intake
Semester 2 (March) Intake
Note: Subject to the availability of the programme offering.
Entry Requirement
General Entry Requirements
For applicants with a CGPA of not less than 3.00:
Possess a Bachelor’s Degree with a CGPA of not less than 3.00; or
For applicants with a CGPA of 2.50 – 2.99 (must fulfill at least one of the following):
Graduate from Universiti Malaya; or
Accumulate at least one (1) year of work experience in related fields; or
Produce publications in related field; or
Receive a scholarship; or
Serve as a staff member of a government agency; or
Pass an interview conducted by the Faculty; or
Pass a special evaluation by the Faculty
Specific Entry Requirements
General University Requirements: Fulfill the General University Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree Qualification: Possess a Bachelor's Degree
Equivalent Qualification: N/A
Related fields: N/A
Special Requirements: N/A
English Requirements
Malaysia University English Test (MUET): Band 4.0; or
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic: Band 6.0; or
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) – Paper-Based Test (PBT): Not applicable; or
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) – Internet-Based Test (IBT) (Centre-Based): Score 60; or
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) – Computer-Based Test (CBT): Not applicable; or
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) – Essential Online: Score 8.5; or
Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic: Score 59; or
Cambridge English Qualifications and Tests – Linguaskill Online: Not applicable; or
Cambridge English – B1 Preliminary, B2 First, C1 Advanced, C2 Proficiency: Score 169; or
Cambridge English – B2 Business Vantage, C1 Business Higher: Not applicable; or
Occupational English Test (OET) (Conventional / Online): Not applicable; or
Cambridge English: First (FCE): Not applicable; or
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): Not applicable; or
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): Not applicable