Industry Outlook

This is a stock photo. This is the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) building in Washington, D.C. This is a stock photo. This is the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) building in Washington, D.C.
People working in the field of public policy often develop successful careers in health care, housing and development, energy and sustainability planning, non-profit management, public and IGO sectors, economic development, education, transportation, information technology, and demographic research among others. Careers may be developed in consulting, teaching, research and policy/program/project evaluation. 

Where Will You Take Your Career?

Some positions held by Master of Public Policy (MPP) alumni include:

  • Analyst, Natural Resources and Environment, U.S. General Accounting Office
  • Assistant Vice President, Kane, McKenna, and Associates
  • Budget Analyst, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
  • Associate Administrator for Innovation, Research, and Education, U.S. Department of Transportation
  • Director of Community Education, Non-Profit Organization, Michigan
  • Executive Director, County Mental Health Association, Florida
  • Healthcare Policy Analyst, Health Industry Group, Vinson & Elkins, LLP
  • Social Policy Analyst, National Institute of Justice, U.S. Department of Justice (NASPAA)
  • Data Visualization Designer, Equinox
  • Algorithm Engineer in Finup, FinTech Group, Ltd. 
  • Deputy Manager in China, HuaRong Asset Management Co., Ltd.
  • Interactive Journalist, NBC News