In this specialization, you will examine how legal decisions and the law have a significant impact on the creation of public policy. Discover the relationships between law and public policy, and learn how to access vital legal knowledge available to public policy practitioners. Gain a solid background in legal concepts, cases, and current trends that will give you a head start if you decide to pursue a law degree or if you encounter legal questions in your workplace.
The course-based option is a structured program of study comprised of online courses. As a student, you will follow a specific plan for completion and may be eligible to graduate in three years (this varies).
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Students must have a master's degree from an accredited institution.
Facts & Figures
Institutional Accrediting Agency:
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Walden is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association, www.ncahlc.org. The North Central Association is one of the six regional accrediting associations recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
Address:
650 South Exeter Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
US
Technical Requirements:
Applicants to master's programs should possess minimum online and Internet capability, and KAM-based students should have a working knowledge and understanding of computers, but computer literacy is not essential.
Geographic Restrictions:
Walden best serves the needs of those students living within the United States or Canada.
On-Campus Requirement:
Doctoral programs require 20 units of academic residency, and some master's programs have specific courses and specializations with residency requirements.
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