Programs
PPAD’s master’s degrees offer students a degree from the region’s strongest and most innovative graduate programs in public affairs, housed in a prestigious University. AUC’s public affairs programs set the standard across the region.
The MPP, MPA and MGA are highly recognized degrees internationally. We are proud that AUC’s MPP is the first in the region and the MGA is the first offered in Egypt. Backed by the depth of AUC, we offer students an exceptional preparation for professional success in an educational environment of collaboration and engagement.
Graduate Programs

Master of Global Affairs (MGA)
The program prepares students for professional careers at the national and international level within organizations that address interstate issues, work to prevent or resolve conflict and promote global cooperation.

Master of Public Administration (MPA)
The program prepares students for leadership and upper management positions in public service. Students, who are generally mid-career upon entry into the program, pursue careers in government, nonprofit organizations, international development agencies, academia and the private sector.

Master of Public Policy (MPP)
The program prepares students for leadership positions in public service and for careers as policy analysts. Students, who are generally in the early part of their career upon entry into the program, pursue careers in government, nonprofit organizations, international development agencies, academia, consulting firms and the private sector.

Graduate Diploma in Public Policy
The graduate diploma will help students learn to assess policy alternatives, develop effective programs, mobilize support, manage for performance and evaluate success. They will learn to think deeply and broadly about public service and the impact policies have on people, markets and institutions.

Graduate Diploma in Public Administration
The graduate diploma will help students learn to assess policy alternatives, develop effective programs, mobilize support, manage for performance and evaluate success.
Undergraduate Programs

Dual Degree Option BSc CENG-MPA
Students enrolled in AUC’s School of Sciences and Engineering may apply to complete the MPA on an accelerated basis, in conjunction with the completion of the Bachelor of Science in engineering.

Global and Public Affairs Minor
The minor in global and public affairs is designed to give undergraduate students a deeper apprec