MBA & Master in Public Policy
Positive Change Through Social Impact
The combination of a Master's in Public Policy from the Humphrey Institute of Public Affairs and a Master's in Business Administration from Minnesota Carlson is designed for students interested in careers that require expertise in policymaking and management, and graduates will find career opportunities in public service, nonprofit, and the private sector
Both located on the Minneapolis campus, the MPP-MBA allows students to complete both degrees in three years. To complete in this time frame, students will carry a very demanding course load. After acceptance into the dual degree program, students meet with both their MPP and MBA advisors to ensure that their study plan satisfies the requirements of both degrees.
More Information About MPP-MBA
Program Structure
Fall Semester
Register as MPP.
| Course Number | Title | Required or Elective | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| PA 5011 | Dynamics of Organizations | Required | 3 |
| PA 5021 | Microeconomics for Policy Analysis | Required | 3 |
| PA 5031 | Statistics for Public Affairs* | Required | 4 |
| Various | Select 3 credits from the following: - PA 5002 – Intro to Policy Analysis (1.5) - PA 5003 – Intro to Fin Analysis & Mgmt (1.5) - PA 5012 – Politics of Public Affairs (3) | Required | 3 |
Total Credits: 13 (MPP tuition band 6-15)
Spring Semester
Register as MPP.
| Course Number | Title | Required or Elective | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | Fulfill Economics Requirement | Required | 3 |
| Various | Select one of the following combinations: - PA 5046 Econometrics for Public Policy (4 cr) and two additional methods credits (2) - PA 5032 Regression Analysis (2) and PA 5041 Qualitative Methods for Policy Analysts (4) - PA 5032 Regression Analysis (2) and four additional methods credits (4) - PA 5041 Qualitative Methods for Policy Analysts (4) and two additional methods credits (2) | Required | 4 |
| Various | Select 3 credits not taken in fall: - PA 5002 – Intro to Policy Analysis (1.5) - PA 5003 – Intro to Fin Analysis & Mgmt (1.5) - PA 5012 – Politics of Public Affairs (3) | Required | 3 |
Total Credits: 12 (MPP tuition band 6-15)
Summer
MPP Internship
Minimum Credits Completed: 25
Fall Semester
Register as MBA. MBA Orientation (mandatory) last 2 weeks of August.
| Course Number | Title | Required or Elective | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| MBA 6031 | Financial Accounting | Required | 3 |
| MBA 6211 | Marketing Management | Required | 3 |
| MBA 6221 | Supply Chain & Operations | Required | 3 |
| MBA 6231 | Financial Management | Required | 3 |
| MBA 6301 | Strategic Management | Required | 3 |
| MBA 6141 | Managerial Economics * | Waived if PA 5021 sucessfully completed. Replace with elective credits. | 2 |
| MBA 6121 | Data Analysis & Statistics | Waived if PA 5031 or PA 5045 sucessfully completed. Replace with elective credits. | 3 |
| Various | Electives - recommended | Elective | 2-4 |
* Students with an interest in marketing, strategy, or pricing are encouraged to take MBA 6141. If the course is waived, replace with elective credits.
Total Credits: 15 min., 17-19 recommended (MBA tuition band 12-20)
Spring Semester
Register as MBA.
| Course Number | Title | Required or Elective | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| MBA 6111 | Organizational Behavior - A-term | Required | 2 |
| MBA 6241 | Competing in Data-Driven Age - B-term | Required | 2 |
| Various | Enterprise | Required | 3 |
| Various | Electives/Other Requirements (timing at student's choosing): - MBA Global Experience (4) ‡ - MBA Electives - MBA 6315 – Business Ethics (2)• - MGMT 6465 – Leadership Development (2)• | Various |
‡ The international requirement can be fulfilled by participating in specified travel programs or glocal courses.
• MBA 6315 and MGMT 6465 may be completed during any semester of the MBA other than fall year 2, but we recommend taking at least one with the FTMBA cohort in fall year 3 to maintain connections with peers if aligns with fall MPP schedule.
Total Credits: 18 recommended min (MBA tuition band 12-20)
Summer
MBA Internship
Choose one registration track:
January Global Program
Fall Semester
Register as MBA.
| Course Number | Title | Required or Elective | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Various | MPP Concentration or Electives | Various | 6 min |
| Various | Enterprise | Required | 4 |
| Various | Electives/Other Requirements (timing at student's choosing): - MBA Global Experience (4) ‡ - MBA Electives - MBA 6315 – Business Ethics (2)• - recommend in this semester - MGMT 6465 – Leadership Development (2)• - recommend in this semester | Various | Credits Vary |
• MBA 6315 and MGMT 6465 may be completed during any semester of the MBA other than fall year 2, but we recommend taking at least one with the FTMBA cohort in fall year 3 to maintain connections with peers if aligns with fall MPP schedule.
Total Credits: 16 credits min: 6 MPP, 10-12 MBA (MBA band 12-18)
Spring Semester
Register as MPP.
| Course Number | Title | Required or Elective | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Various | MPP concentration or electives | Required | 4 min |
| Various | MPP paper/capstone or electives to be complete by this term | Required | N/A |
| MGMT 6465 | Leadership Development • | Required | 2 |
| MBA 6315 | Business Ethics • | Various | 2 |
| Various | MBA Electives | Various | Credits Vary |
• MBA 6315 and MGMT 6465 may be completed during any semester of the MBA other than fall year 2, but we recommend taking at least one with the FTMBA cohort in fall year 3 to maintain connections with peers if aligns with fall MPP schedule.
Total Credits: 11 credits min: 4 MPP, 7 MBA (MPP band 6-15)
May Global Program
Fall Semester
Register as MPP.
| Course Number | Title | Required or Elective | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Various | MPP Concentration or Electives | Various | 6 min |
| Various | Enterprise | Required | 4 |
Total Credits: 10 credits min: 6 MPP, 4 MBA (MPP band 6-15)
Spring Semester
Register as MBA.
| Course Number | Title | Required or Elective | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Various | MPP paper/capstone or electives to be complete by this term | Required | N/A |
| Various | Electives/Other Requirements (timing at student's choosing): - MBA Global Experience (4) ‡ - MBA Electives - MBA 6315 – Business Ethics (2)• - MGMT 6465 – Leadership Development (2)• | Various | Credits Vary |
• MBA 6315 and MGMT 6465 may be completed during any semester of the MBA other than fall year 2, but we recommend taking at least one with the FTMBA cohort in fall year 3 to maintain connections with peers if aligns with fall MPP schedule.
Total Credits: 17 cr min: 13 MBA, 4 MPP (MBA band 12-18)
Credit Distribution
Carlson MBA credits = 52 + 12 transfer credits = 64 credits
Public Policy credits = 33 + 12 transfer credits = 45 credits
Transfer credits = 12 per program
Transfer MPP to MBA 12 credits from 5000-level courses.
Recommended courses: PA 5022, 5038, 5101, 5102, 5103, 5104, 5111, 5190 (depends on topic), 5251, 5920, 5941, 8190 (depends on topic); also PA 5711, 5721, 5722, 5790, 5801, 8790 for students interested in Corporate Social Responsibility
Transfer MBA to MPP: Any graduate-level
MBA course taught by graduate faculty
Total Credits Completed: 85 minimum
Full-Time & Part-Time MBA Programs
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 612-625-5555
MPP Program
Phone: 612-624-3800
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