Public Policy, Governance, and Institutional Reform

STRATI’s Public Policy and Governance programs combine policy design, governance reform, and sustainability-driven administration. These courses develop the capacity to craft innovative, inclusive, and data-driven policies for emerging national and global challenges.

  1. One-Week Certificate Courses

(Introductory and Foundational Modules)

Course Title Duration Mode Key Learning Outcomes Skills Gained Assessment Type Suggested Fee (INR/USD) Industry Relevance
Introduction to Public Policy and Governance 1 Week Online Understand public policy concepts, cycles, and actors Policy literacy Quiz ₹2,500 / $30 Public service & academia
Governance, Institutions, and Development 1 Week Online Examine institutional roles in promoting sustainable governance Systems thinking Essay ₹2,500 / $30 Policy & governance
Evidence-Based Policymaking 1 Week Online Learn data-driven and analytical approaches to policy Research analysis Case study ₹2,500 / $30 Government & think tanks
E-Governance and Digital Transformation 1 Week Online Explore ICT-driven governance reforms and transparency tools Tech policy Assignment ₹2,500 / $30 GovTech & innovation
Ethics, Leadership, and Accountability in Public Service 1 Week Online Study ethics frameworks and accountability in governance Ethical decision-making Reflection paper ₹2,500 / $30 Public administration
  1. Two-Week Certificate Courses

(Applied and Policy-Focused Modules)

Course Title Duration Mode Key Learning Outcomes Skills Gained Assessment Type Suggested Fee (INR/USD) Industry Relevance
Policy Design and Implementation 2 Weeks Online Develop frameworks for policy formulation and execution Policy design Project ₹3,500 / $40 Public institutions
Governance Innovation and Public Sector Reform 2 Weeks Online Study models of innovation and reform in governance Change management Report ₹3,500 / $40 Administrative reform
Fiscal Policy, Budgeting, and Public Finance 2 Weeks Online Understand fiscal management, budgeting, and accountability Financial literacy Paper ₹3,500 / $40 Finance & administration
Policy Evaluation and Impact Assessment 2 Weeks Online Learn evaluation tools and logical frameworks for policy review Monitoring & evaluation Project ₹3,500 / $40 Research & development
Local Governance and Decentralization 2 Weeks Online Explore local democracy, urban governance, and capacity building Governance strategy Case study ₹3,500 / $40 Local development bodies
  1. One-Month Certificate Courses

(Professional and Integrative Modules)

Course Title Duration Mode Key Learning Outcomes Skills Gained Assessment Type Suggested Fee (INR/USD) Industry Relevance
Public Policy Analysis and Program Design 1 Month Online Deepen understanding of policy frameworks and analytical tools Critical policy thinking Capstone ₹7,000 / $85 Policy & governance
Public Administration and Institutional Capacity Building 1 Month Online Study public sector modernization and institutional performance Capacity enhancement Report ₹7,000 / $85 Administrative reform
Governance, Corruption, and Transparency 1 Month Online Examine global anti-corruption mechanisms and governance integrity Accountability tools Essay ₹7,000 / $85 Governance institutions
Urban Governance and Smart Cities 1 Month Online Learn models for urban policy innovation and sustainability Urban planning Case study ₹7,000 / $85 Urban development
Evidence and Data in Policy Decision-Making 1 Month Online Apply data-driven approaches and impact metrics in governance Analytical methods Project ₹7,000 / $85 Data & analytics
  1. Three-Month Certificate Courses

(Advanced and Specialized Programs)

Course Title Duration Mode Key Learning Outcomes Skills Gained Assessment Type Suggested Fee (INR/USD) Industry Relevance
Advanced Public Policy and Governance 3 Months Online Study complex policy systems, reforms, and leadership strategies Governance innovation Dissertation ₹12,000 / $150 Civil services & policy
Comparative Governance and Institutional Reform 3 Months Online Compare reform models across countries and regions Comparative analysis Paper ₹12,000 / $150 Policy research
Leadership in Public Policy and Decision-Making 3 Months Online Build leadership and negotiation skills for policy leaders Strategic leadership Project ₹12,000 / $150 Public sector leadership
Governance, Accountability, and Anti-Corruption Policy 3 Months Online Learn global practices in anti-corruption and transparency Policy enforcement Case study ₹12,000 / $150 Governance NGOs
Public Finance Management and Fiscal Responsibility 3 Months Online Examine budgetary reforms, taxation, and fiscal policies Economic governance Capstone ₹12,000 / $150 Public finance & reform
  1. Six-Month Diploma Courses

(Comprehensive Governance and Policy Leadership Programs)

Course Title Duration Mode Key Learning Outcomes Skills Gained Assessment Type Suggested Fee (INR/USD) Industry Relevance
Diploma in Public Policy and Governance 6 Months Online Comprehensive understanding of policy design, institutions, and reform Leadership & design Dissertation ₹27,000 / $320 Policy & academia
Diploma in Good Governance and Institutional Reform 6 Months Online Learn institutional modernization, e-governance, and accountability systems Reform management Project ₹27,000 / $320 Governance institutions
Diploma in Development Administration and Policy 6 Months Online Integrate development policy, implementation, and evaluation Program leadership Capstone ₹27,000 / $320 Development & policy
Diploma in Fiscal Policy and Public Financial Management 6 Months Online Build expertise in fiscal sustainability and budgeting frameworks Public finance Dissertation ₹27,000 / $320 Public sector finance
Diploma in Leadership, Ethics, and Public Service 6 Months Online Enhance ethical leadership, integrity, and civic responsibility Governance ethics Case project ₹27,000 / $320 Government & civic service

Common Features Across All Courses

  • STRATI-certified, globally benchmarked governance training programs
  • Designed for public administrators, policy researchers, graduates, and development professionals
  • Frameworks aligned with World Bank, UNDP, and OECD governance principles
  • Focus on institutional reform, innovation, and sustainable public systems
  • Practical case studies from India, ASEAN, and OECD countries
  • Integrated with STRATI’s Governance and Reform Excellence Network (GREN)
  • Capstone projects linked to real-world governance innovation labs
  • Placement and research collaboration opportunities
  • Pathway to STRATI Advanced Diplomas and Research Fellowships