Master of Public Policy and Management

Master of Public Policy and Management

The Master of Public Policy and Management at Monash University, Indonesia equips you with the knowledge, analytical skills, and leadership capabilities to shape public outcomes and influence positive change. Designed for professionals who want to make an impact across government, business, and civil society, this program prepares you to lead with purpose in a complex and evolving world.

World-class academics

Learn from Monash academics who share the same global reputation, research expertise, and teaching excellence as those at Monash University Australia. You'll benefit from Monash's internationally recognised curriculum and rigorous academic standards, all delivered through the Indonesia campus.

Designed for Indonesia's future

This program is aligned with Indonesia's national priorities and strategic development goals, providing you with insights into policymaking, governance, and leadership that are locally relevant and globally informed. It’s designed to help you respond to emerging challenges in digital governance, economic reform, sustainability, and social equity.

Global graduate outcomes

Whether you aim to work in government, NGOs, international organisations, or the private sector, a Monash degree equips you with globally transferable skills in policy analysis, strategic leadership, and decision-making. You’ll graduate ready to lead policy innovation and governance reform at local, regional, and global levels.

Our program at a glance

The Master of Public Policy and Management (MPPM) builds practical knowledge and skills in policy-making, policy analysis and public management across the spectrum of public sector activities. The course will develop your understanding of the processes of policy formulation, implementation and delivery of public services and programs, and the political and structural realities that influence decision-making.



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Who you'll study alongside

Join our dynamic community, where millennials thrive, diverse professionals unite, experience flourishes, and career aspirations are nurtured.

  • Are millennials

    Binging youthful energy and fresh perspectives to the table.

    >50%

  • Possess 6-10 years of professional experience

    Enriching class discussions with their expertise.

    30%

  • Are from the public sector

    Fostering a diverse and comprehensive understanding of public policy.

    >50%

  • Are early career professionals

    Eager to embark on their journey as future policy leaders.

    65%

Hear from our students

Yang Lujia

The MPPM program at Monash University, Indonesia provides a solid theoretical foundation while exposing students to real-world policy challenges.

Made Anthony Iswara

The program gave me the opportunity to understand my country’s specific challenges while gaining an international perspective.

Sasya Imani

I am most excited to implement what I have learned in class to practice and positively contribute to the policy making process for marginalized communities and the environment especially the peatland ecosystem.

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5 Reasons Why You Should Pursue a Master of Public Policy and Management at Monash University, Indonesia

Are you a working professional keen to accelerate your career in the realm of public policy? At Monash University, Indonesia, we are committed to nurturing the next generation of policymakers and thought leaders who will shape the future of our nation and the world.

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What does it mean to be an educator? Is expertise in teaching measured by mastery of a subject, or by one's ability to facilitate meaningful learning? These questions opened the 2026 Teaching Excellence Program (TEP) at Monash University, Indonesia.
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Monash University, Indonesia, in collaboration with the University of Maryland's School of Public Policy (UMD), convened a multidisciplinary workshop exploring how grassroots sustainability practices intersect with top‑down climate policy.
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Dr. Ika Idris, an Associate Professor at Master of Public Policy and Management Program, Monash University Indonesia, has been selected as a 2025–2026 Open Society Fellow. This prestigious fellowship, awarded by the Open Society Foundations,
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