2-year MSc in Public Policy & International Cooperation

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Would you like to help society meet today's greatest challenges?

The MSc in Public Policy and International Cooperation is designed for students who want to work on projects in the public interest. It prepares you for positions of responsibility in the public sector, NGOs or international organizations, as well as in consultancies, private companies or associations working in these fields, in areas as diverse as health, urban planning, technology, transport, taxation, the social economy (SSE) and more..

With this in mind, the MSc trains you in the issues and methods/techniques of public management to better meet today's challenges, whether in the public sector or at the intersection of the public and private sectors.
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Summary
  • Rhythm:
    Full time
  • Total duration:
    26 months maximum
  • Degree:
    Master of science - Grade Master, Visé BAC+5
  • Language(s):
    English
  • Format:
    Face-to-face
  • Campus:
    Paris Campus - Paris
  • Start Date:
    2025-09-01
  • Number of places:
    30
  • VAE accessible:
    No
  • Entry level:
    BAC +3, BAC +4, BAC +5
  • Duration of internship / Work experience:
    4-6 months
  • Training schedule:
    The 2-year MSc program offers a total of 465 hours of training

Program Benefits

  • A program that trains students in government policy at local, national and international levels, to prepare them for leadership in different types of government or private institutions: public sector companies, local and national governments, NGOs or international organizations, etc.
  • Courses taught by academics (professors specialized in the public and/or international sector) and by professionals, members or consultants for government focused organizations (e.g. European Commission, consulting firms specialized in the public sector, independent consultants for international organizations and local authorities, etc.) to facilitate the professional integration of students.
  • Training focused on rare and sought-after operational skills in government action (e.g. project financing, public-private partnerships, auditing of government structures, preparation and management of government projects, etc.) combined with the development of excellent knowledge of specific public sector issues (e.g. geopolitics, contemporary government policy issues, public and private institutions and players, transformation of the public sector, etc.)
  • Audencia's specific expertise in social and ecological transition issues

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The Program

The MSc in Public Policy & International Cooperation trains you in the theoretical and practical foundations of public action, as well as the methods and tools specific to it, to make you sought-after professionals in the sector:

  • Techniques and tools for monitoring, analysis and evaluation specific to local, national and international public structures (e.g. auditing of public structures, public project management, project financing, public-private partnerships, etc.).
  • In-depth knowledge of the logic and functioning of European public policies and of the institutions and actors involved in major international institution.
  • Methodological reflexes and keys to analyze the changes in public action in France and internationally, the organizational situations they generate in the field, and the management of the changes that constitute today's challenges.

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List of courses

Here are some examples of the modules taught in the MSc Public Policy & International Cooperation:

  • Political Science, Reforms and Challenges in Public Policy
  • Challenges for internal public policies in the EU
  • Constraints and Opportunities for Change
  • Public Sector Digital Transformation
  • Change and Innovation in the Public Sector
  • Experience Public Sector Transformation
  • International Public Performance
  • International Project - Part 1
  • International Relations and Geopolitics
  • International Projects Part 2: Developing and Managing Impactful, Meaningful Projects
  • Specialized track "International expertise":
    • Public-Private Coordination - International Focus
    • International Risks
    • Economic Theory, Development and Sustainability
    • Geopolitics and public policy of sustainable finance and innovation finance
  • Specialized track "Expertise action publique nationale et locale" (in French)
    • Pilotage des collectivités territoriales
    • Infrastructures, projets et montages publics complexes - Further Exploration

Target Skills

  • Developing strategies for the businesses and implementing an innovative, entrepreneurial approaches
  • Developing and implementeing marketing strategies (particularly based on user behavior)
  • Managing business activities and assessing the financial performance of businesses and the associated risks
  • Managing projects and teams in an international context
  • Managing energy and social change
  • Directing management activities in specific professional fields (Strategy, Finance, Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Information Systems, Supply Chain, Human Resources, Energy and Social Transition, Communication, etc.)

Pedagogical methods

The program is based on alternating theoretical and practical sequences (face-to-face or distance learning) using business simulations, case studies and interactive lessons.

Assessment Terms

Continuous monitoring, Examens sur table, Final dissertation

Teaching methods

  • Theoretical Courses 
  • Case Studies
  • Practical Exercises
  • Group Projects
2-year MSc in Public Policy & International Cooperation

Admission criteria

Eligibility requirements for the 2-year MSc programs:

Proficiency in English as demonstrated by one of the following:

  • TOEFL iBT 84, TOEIC 655, IELTS 6.0 or Duolingo 100
  • English-taught undergraduate program
  • Native speaker

3-year or 4-year undergraduate degree in any field

Note that you can apply during the last year of your Bachelor’s studies.

International admission criteria

Students who have obtained (or are in the process of obtaining) a diploma outside French territory must contact the International Recruitment Service to apply through this admission route: international@audencia.com.

Admission period

Up to 3 weeks

Equivalences and Bridges

It is possible to transfer to a university or other business school (rare, but possible). Equivalencies are determined by the institutions to which you choose to apply.

The procedure

Key dates

Admissions are open until June 2025, but may close early if class is full. Due to the limited number of seats available, candidates are strongly advised to apply before the Early Application deadline of January 31st, 2025.

Admission terms

Applications are accepted until June 2025 for the September intake or until the program is full. We encourage you to submit your application by the Early Application deadline of January 31, 2025.

To apply, please visit apply.audencia.com/

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS 

  • CV and Cover Letter in English
  • Copies of undergraduate degree transcripts
  • Undergraduate Degree Diploma
  • English language test results less than 2 years old (TOEIC, TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo)
  • Copy of identification (passport or ID card)
2-year MSc in Public Policy & International Cooperation

School fees

27 800€

Financing terms

Thanks to our strong partnerships with public and private institutions, there are a number of scholarships available to international students,

Learn more about the scholarships offered by Audencia, as well as external funding options.

International financing terms

International students can contact Campus France to check their eligibility for the scholarships offered.

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Further studies

Once you've earned your diploma, and to add an extra hook to your career, we offer: The Agile Manager Certificate

Career Support

Are you looking for an internship? Do you need advice on your CV, cover letters or any other action to help you become more professional?

The Career & Corporate Relations Center teams can help. We are here to serve Audencia's students, graduates and recruiters, and develop tailor-made support packages for all Audencia programs.

Our goal is to help you develop your skills and enhance your employability, both in France and abroad.

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Job opportunities

Here are a number of examples of positions you could occupy after completing an MSc in Public Policy & International Cooperation:
  • Consultant for the “public-sector" department of a general consultancy agency
  • Consultant for a public-sector specialised consultancy agency
  • Executive officer for a national, regional or local government administration
  • Executive officer for a specialised financing body
  • Manager for a private-sector company in the administrations and local government services sector
  • Professional working for an international organisation, NGO, bi-lateral development and cooperation body.

More than a school, a global network

When you join Audencia, you're not just joining a school, you're joining a large network of 37,000 alumni and 7,200 students, from a hundred different nationalities.

A dynamic network with its ambassadors who offer you numerous exchanges, discussions and meetings wherever you are in the world (internship, travel or expatriation).

Audencia Alumni, it's 200 communities and more than 250 events per year in France and internationally.

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Student Well-Being

Well-being @Audencia is a comprehensive service, designed to help you succeed in your personal, academic and professional life.

The entire scheme is based on values of caring. It is completely confidential.

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The Knowledge Hub

Throughout the year, the Knowledge Hub team welcomes, educates, and trains students in documentary research methodology, database consultation, bibliographic formatting, and plagiarism avoidance.

A team of 9 documentalists is available to students and teachers to assist students and teachers with their research.

In this way, each student can be received in individual appointments to be assisted in their research or to be trained in bibliographic reference management tools. Teachers also benefit from the support of the librarians for their teaching projects (identification of tools, enrichment of courses with bibliographic references).

Contact : knowledge-hub@audencia.com

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Upcoming Events

Audencia's International Admissions team looks forward to meeting you at student fairs around the world throughout the year!

We regularly travel internationally, so there’s a good chance we’ll be near your city or country soon. These fairs are the perfect opportunity to meet us in person, ask all your questions, and learn more about our programs, internships, and global opportunities.

Keep an eye out for upcoming events near you—we hope to see you there!

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Office of International Admissions
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Accessibility for the Disabled

In line with its three founding values - Innovation, Collaboration and Responsibility - Audencia's social policy places the fight against all forms of discrimination related to age, gender, origin, disability or any other personal characteristic at the heart of its policy and encourages the integration of learners regardless of these attributes.

In particular, Audencia is committed to meeting accessibility standards for people with disabilities in all our locations and to offering specially adapted training courses. For more information, please see our Disability Policy.

Contact us, in complete confidentiality, so that together we can find a personalized solution: disability@audencia.com