Public Policy
Build a structured understanding of policymaking in India, covering institutions, evidence, finance, and sectoral challenges across complex governance systems.
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Sep 5, 2026 - Feb 6, 2027
22 Weeks
₹ 1,25,000 + Taxes
Financing options available
Live Online and Self-paced
Public Policy
- Overview
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- Is This Programme For You?
- What You Will Gain
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Overview
Develop a structured understanding of public policymaking in India, spanning constitutional frameworks, governance systems, public finance, data, and sectoral policy challenges. The programme examines how policies are designed, implemented, evaluated, and adapted within complex social and institutional environments. Through systems thinking, impact evaluation, and analysis across sectors such as energy, health, education, and employment, participants build the analytical capability to engage with India’s evolving policy landscape.
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Key Takeaways
The programme equips you to:
- Understand India’s constitutional, institutional, and governance frameworks shaping policymaking
- Analyse economic reforms, public finance, and fiscal policy in real policy contexts
- Apply data, evidence, and impact evaluation to assess policy outcomes
- Examine sectoral challenges across energy, health, education, food, and employment
21 Structured Modules Across Core Policy Domains
Develop analytical depth to understand how policy is designed, funded, and implemented
12 Live-virtual Sessions by Industry Experts
Engage in Live-virtual sessions offering interactive learning and real-time insights from leading experts
9 Case Studies
Analyse case studies exploring real-world policy challenges and institutional trade-offs
22 Concept Reflection Exercises
Deepen understanding through exercises designed to sharpen structured thinking
MasterClasses by ISB Faculty
Gain strategic insights through exclusive MasterClasses with ISB faculty, designed to deepen your understanding and enhance your professional capabilities
On-campus Valedictory Session
Conclude the programme with an on-campus valedictory at the ISB campus, connecting with peers and faculty
Is This Programme For You?
This programme is for professionals seeking structured insight into policymaking and governance in India. It is ideal for:
- Public sector professionals deepening policy and institutional understanding
- Consultants and advisors working on policy and regulatory issues
- Corporate and CSR professionals in policy-driven sectors
- Development practitioners assessing and influencing policy outcomes
Programme Eligibility: Diploma/Bachelor’s degree (10+2+3/4) or equivalent from a recognised university with minimum 2 years post-degree work experience.
What You Will Gain
Receive a digital ‘Course Certificate’ for each completed course, culminating in a prestigious ‘Programme Certificate’ for the programme upon completion, symbolising a formal recognition of your professional advancement.
Note: Alumni/network benefits are subject to ISB policy and may change without prior notice.
Explore the foundations of public policy and administration in India, examining constitutional structures, governance systems, and institutional accountability. Understand how policies are authorised, implemented, and contested within complex administrative and federal frameworks.
Examine how India’s policy landscape has evolved since independence, shaped by national security, economic reforms, social justice, and digital transformation. Analyse the drivers behind major policy shifts and their long-term impact on governance and development.
Learn to use structured datasets and the India Data Portal to inform policy decisions. Develop skills in data interpretation, visualisation, and integration to generate evidence-based insights and evaluate policy trade-offs across key sectors.
Understand how policies function within complex social systems and adaptive environments. Apply impact evaluation methods, assess evidence limitations, and explore how policies evolve over time to address wicked problems and real-world uncertainty.
Explore the financial foundations of public policy, including budgeting processes, fiscal and monetary policy, and macroeconomic trade-offs. Gain insight into how governments finance initiatives and how economic decisions influence policy implementation and stability.
Analyse India’s energy security and climate strategies, focusing on the balance between development and sustainability. Understand policy approaches addressing renewable energy, environmental protection, and long-term resilience.
Explore policies shaping India’s health, nutrition, and agricultural systems. Assess implementation challenges in healthcare delivery and food distribution while examining how agricultural policy supports food security and sustainable development.
Study policies shaping education and employment in India, focusing on access, equity, learning outcomes, and workforce readiness. Analyse how education reforms and labour market initiatives support inclusive growth and future workforce development.
ISB Executive Education programmes are designed for working professionals across career stages who are looking to accelerate their leadership impact, deepen domain expertise, or prepare for broader organisational responsibilities.
Our participants typically include:
- Mid-career professionals seeking functional depth or cross-functional growth
- Senior managers preparing for enterprise-level leadership roles
- CXOs and business owners looking to sharpen strategic thinking and future-ready capabilities
Time commitment varies by programme format and duration. Short-format programmes usually require a few hours per week over several weeks, while long-duration programmes may involve a higher weekly commitment over several months.
The learning experience typically includes:
- Live online sessions and/or in-person classroom sessions
- Asynchronous learning modules and readings
- Faculty-led discussions and case-based learning
- Individual assignments, group projects, and capstones
- Peer learning with a diverse cohort of experienced professionals
What are the programme fees, and are instalment or financing options available?
Payment options may include:
- One-time full payment
- Instalment plans
- Employer sponsorship or corporate invoicing
Know more about financing options here.
On successful completion of a programme, participants are awarded an official certificate issued by either ISB Executive Education or ISB Online, depending on the programme, recognising their professional development and learning achievement.
- You will receive a digital certificate for each certificate you earn. These can be shared with your organisation, potential employer, schools, or on your social media profile.
- Depending on the programme, you will also receive digital merit badges for each module you complete in your course journey. These digital badges can also be shared on social media to indicate progress.
Note: Certificate eligibility is subject to meeting attendance and assessment requirements specified by each programme.
