USC Price Master of Public Policy Program Receives STEM Designation
The Master of Public Policy (MPP) program at the University of Southern California (USC) Sol Price School of Public Policy has been granted a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) designation. This recognition acknowledges the program's strong emphasis on quantitative analysis, research methodologies, and evidence-based public policy solutions. The USC Price MPP program is now considered one of the leading STEM-designated MPP programs nationally, reflecting its curriculum's evolution to address a world increasingly influenced by artificial intelligence, big data, and rapid technological advancements. The designation, recognized by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, highlights the program's commitment to equipping students with skills to translate complex information into actionable policy solutions for various sectors, including government, non-profits, and businesses. Students in the program learn to analyze large datasets, code in Python, evaluate policy impacts, and assess prog...
