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A leader in global development and philanthropy, Shah has dedicated his career to tackling some of the world’s most pressing challenges, including global health, economic inequality, and climate change.
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Jason Healey, Senior Research Scholar at SIPA, questioned how we measure cybersecurity success. “We’re flooded with metrics,” he said, “but very few tell us whether defenders are gaining ground.”
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Columbia SIPA Hosts GPPN 2025 Conference to Celebrate 20 Years of Global Public Policy Collaboration
SIPA hosted the 2025 GPPN Conference, bringing together global policy students and leaders to showcase bold solutions for a more sustainable future.
SIPA Extends Application Deadline to April 15
In recognition of the exceptional upheaval in the job market for policy and development sector professionals, we’ve extended our application deadline to April 15, 2025 for current and former federal employees.
Global Policy Challenges
Tackling today’s most vital issues
We’re taking on complex, pressing global issues like geopolitical stability — energy and climate policy —technological innovation and its impact on people — how to share prosperity — and preserving democratic governance.
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April 28, 20251:00pm to 2:00pmIAB 1516
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April 30, 202510:00am to 11:00amWebinar
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Find Your Columbia SIPA Education
- Master's Programs
- Doctoral Program
- Dual Degree Programs
- Five-Year Joint Degrees
- Executive Education
- International Fellows Program
Master's Programs
Our programs in international affairs and public administration offer rigorous but flexible curriculums that help prepare you for professional success at public, private, and nonprofit organizations in varied fields.
Doctoral Program
Our unique PhD in Sustainable Development bridges science and policy to equip scholars and professionals who will address some of the some of the most important policy challenges concerning the future of our planet.
Dual Degree Programs
Supplement your SIPA education with a degree from Columbia Law School, Columbia Business School, or another graduate school — or broaden your horizon at one of our distinguished partner institutions around the world.
Five-Year Joint Degrees
SIPA offers a program for Columbia undergraduate students, a five-year joint degree program, which leads to a BA and an MIA or MPA degree in five years.
Executive Education
We offer degrees, certificates, and customized courses for mid-career professionals and public servants from around the world. Our Executive MPA allows professionals to earn a full SIPA degree on a part-time basis.
International Fellows Program
This two-semester seminar — which is open to graduate students throughout Columbia University — combines heightened understanding of international affairs with practical preparation to deal with a changing world.
