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Specialization in State, Public Policy and Development | Curriculum Structure

Specialization in State, Public Policies and Development

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  • 2 semester
  • In-person
  • Credits 20
  • Part-time
  • Start date: August 10, 2026
  • SNIES code: 54602
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Curriculum Structure

The Specialization in the State, Public Policy, and Development is offered in person, comprises 20 credits, and is designed to be completed in 2 semesters (1 year) *.

 

*Duration of 1 year, provided that all credits are enrolled in each semester.**

**Students may choose as many credits as they consider appropriate based on their available time and budget, with a minimum of 4 credits.

Plan de estudios: Doctorado en Estudios del Desarrollo ​

The specialization is designed to be completed in 2 semesters, for a total of 20 credits.

I

Development Theories

Development Theories (4 credits), in-person format.

The course covers the analysis of development theories at both the local and global levels, as well as policies at the national and territorial levels and the corresponding instruments from a public policy perspective.

4

Public Policy Formulation and Implementation

Public Policy Formulation and Implementation (4 credits), in-person format. 

The main objective of the course is to develop the competencies required to formulate, implement, and manage public policies. It focuses specifically on training participants to propose strategies and courses of action for designing and implementing development-oriented public policies.

4

State and Development

State and Development (2 credits), in-person format.  

This course examines the rationales underpinning public policy, the nature of power, and the structure of the state in order to address stakeholders’ expectations within institutions. It also analyzes the configuration of government structures, including multilevel, territorial, and network governance.

2

II

Public Policy Analysis and Evaluation

Public Policy Analysis and Evaluation (4 credits), hybrid format. 

This course provides an overview of the main methodologies and approaches used in public policy analysis and evaluation. These include approaches that combine ethical and political assessments with technical aspects. The objective is for students to apply these methodologies in practice to specific policy cases related to development.

4

Public Economics and Finance

Public Economics and Finance (2 credits), in-person format. 

This course addresses the relationships among the economy, the state, and public policy from both microeconomic and macroeconomic perspectives. It analyzes aspects related to the behavior and decision-making of different economic agents, the role of the state in the economy, and various state financing mechanisms.

2

Elective course*

Elective course (4 credits), format determined by the course offerings.

Elective courses support the professional training of students in the specialization. Students may choose elective courses offered within the graduate programs of Escuela de Posgrados del Cider [official English name to be confirmed] or from the University’s course offerings. The course offerings can be consulted at the following link: https://ofertadecursos.uniandes.edu.co/

4

*The student may choose from the courses offered by Cider’s other specializations and master’s programs.

Schedule

In-person format

Sessions are held on Fridays from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and on Saturdays from 7:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.*

*The final schedule is determined by the courses and credits selected by the student.

We understand that personal life is just as important as academic life. That is why you can choose as many credits as you consider appropriate, based on your availability and budget.

Applications open each semester

Classes begin:
January and August each year

More information:

Alejandra Laiton

Applicant Experience Advisor
📩 d.laitonm@uniandes.edu.co
📞3324060. Ext: 7232
🏦Office GB-421
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