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KAPSARC School of Public Polic

About KAPSARC School of Public Polic

Introduction

KAPSARC School of Public Policy, Saudi Arabia's pioneering graduate institution in public policy, equips individuals to tackle pressing challenges and capitalize on opportunities that influence the nation and the global stage. With its demanding academic programs, KSPP nurtures future leaders, empowering them with the expertise to drive meaningful change.

Vision & Mission

Vision
To be a world-class education and research institutions for the next generation of Public Policy leaders and professionals, within the kingdom of Saudi Arabia and globally.

Mission

- Enable and empower future policy leaders and professionals, within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and globally, to positively inform socio-economic choices.
- Focus on the most pressing public policy challenges and their solutions.
- Create a bridge between academia, industry, and government to ensure knowledge sharing and best practices in the public policy sphere.

Offerings

Master of Public Policy

Program Overview
The KSPP’s Master of Public Policy is a two-year, full-time program that aims to enable and empower future policy leaders and professionals within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and globally by equipping them with the analytical and leadership skills needed to address the most pressing domestic and international public policy challenges.

The program comprises 13 courses totaling 42 credit hours. The core courses combine full-semester courses, application-based short courses, and a policy practicum. Students have the opportunity to choose one of three concentration areas and two elective courses or a thesis seminar.

Students have the opportunity to choose one of the following three concentration areas.

Concentration Areas

Public Sector Management and Leadership :
This concentration will enhance students’ skills in leading public organizations in a fast-paced and challenging policy environment. Through theory and application, students will master skills in strategic leadership and effective management to shape policies and promote social change.

Data Analytics :
Students will gain a working understanding of how to leverage a wide range of data applications and tools to support public policymaking. Using a hands-on approach, they will learn how data is sorted, stored, protected, and analyzed to derive and employ valuable information that informs the decision-making process and supports effective policymaking.

Energy and Climate Policy :
This concentration offers students the analytical and substantive knowledge to address the environmental challenges of our time and develop practical and sustainable solutions. Students will learn how energy sources are developed, leveraged, regulated, and financed, and how policies affect all aspects of energy development and deployment and climate transition.

Executive Education

The KAPSARC School of Public Policy (KSPP) offers executive education programs designed to equip professionals with the skills and insights required to navigate complex policy landscapes, lead effectively, and drive strategic transformation. Whether you’re an emerging or executive leader, our programs provide a blend of practical knowledge, global perspectives, and actionable insights tailored to the challenges of today’s fast-evolving world.

Areas of Training:

Our executive education programs encompass a variety of focus areas, including:

- Public Policy:
  Enhancing analytical skills to assess and develop effective public policies.
- Leadership and Management:
  Cultivating leadership capabilities and strategic management practices.
- Economics and Finance:
  Developing skills in finance and economic reasoning and positive analysis to inform policy decisions.
- Energy and Sustainability:
  Understanding the intricacies of energy policy and its global implications.

At the KAPSARC School of Public Policy, we are committed to shaping future leaders who can navigate complex policy landscapes and drive meaningful change. Whether you're an aspiring policy professional or an organization seeking tailored executive training, KSPP offers the tools, knowledge, and network to help you make a lasting impact.

Visit our website to learn more about our programs: KAPSARC School of Public Policy (KSPP)