With its strong academic foundation in the social sciences and interdisciplinary approach, Ibn Haldun University stands as a significant academic center in today’s world, where public policies are becoming increasingly complex. The transformation of governance and decision-making processes on a global scale has intensified the need for evidence-based, ethical, and sustainable policy-making in critical areas such as health, education, environment, and the economy. Türkiye’s evolving social structure, administrative dynamics, and its growing role in the international arena further highlight the need for qualified experts in this field.
In this context, the Master’s Program with Thesis in Public Policy (in English), planned to be established at Ibn Haldun University, stands out as a holistic educational model that goes beyond merely delivering theoretical knowledge. It integrates analytical thinking, evidence-based policy-making, and applied problem-solving skills. The university’s social sciences perspective, ethics-based approach, and interdisciplinary structure enable public policies to be addressed within the principles of transparency, accountability, and justice.
The program, conducted in English, provides students with the opportunity to follow global policy-making processes and engage academically and professionally with international institutions such as the United Nations, the World Bank, and the European Union. In this respect, the program aims to train competent policy analysts and experts not only at the national level but also in global governance.
In conclusion, the Master’s Program with Thesis in Public Policy at Ibn Haldun University offers a significant educational opportunity to train qualified public policy experts needed both in Türkiye and globally, with its strong academic vision, interdisciplinary structure, and ethical, evidence-based approach.
The aim of the Master’s Program with Thesis in Public Policy (in English) is to train experts who can adapt to evolving governance and decision-making processes at both global and national levels, conduct evidence-based analysis, adhere to ethical values, and produce sustainable policies.
The program seeks to educate professionals who can comprehensively address the social, economic, and environmental dimensions of public policies and who possess strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
The program has a broad academic framework that integrates disciplines across the social sciences. In this context, it covers:
Case studies, research projects, and international academic collaborations also support the program.
The main objectives of the program are as follows: