Advanced Management Programme in Public Policy

About

The Advanced Management Programme in Public Policy (AMP-PP), is the flagship program of Bharti Institute of Public Policy, and has been developed at ISB in consultation with one of the world’s leading public policy schools; the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy, Tufts University.

About AMPPP

The AMP-PP is designed specifically to address the needs of mid-career and senior level professionals with at least five years of experience, from but not limited to, the following segments:

All India Civil Services
State Government Officials
Public Sector Officials
Multilateral agencies (UN, World Bank, ADB etc)
Embassy personnel
Non-Government Organisations (Indian and International)
Foundations and Think Tanks
Entrepreneurs
Consulting firms
Senior Industry Executives

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About BIPP

Bharti Institute of Public Policy aims to lead education and research in the domain of public policy. The Institute’s flagship program Advanced Management Program in Public Policy (AMPPP) is an inter-disciplinary course that caters to mid-career government and private sector professionals.

About CEE

THE CENTRE FOR EXECUTIVE EDUCATION (CEE) at the ISB conducts a variety of programmes for working professionals. Over the years, it has evolved into a hub of meaningful exchanges between business leaders and academia. The centre attracts some of the finest faculty from leading business schools and has become a knowledge centre for practical understanding on emerging economies. At the CEE participants learn both from the cutting-edge management research by the faculty, as well as from the wide experience of fellow learners. It provides an ideal platform for gaining new insights in order to be successful in an increasingly complex world.

The Experience

The experience of being a part of a programme in unmatched, unparalleled. Set amidst tranquil surroundings, the world class campuses offer the best in terms of education, peer learning, infrastructure, recreational facilities and amenities all designed to provide the students an enriching, wholesome and memorable experience for a lifetime.

Testimonial - Faculty/Student

AMPPP at ISB is the most coveted Public Policy Management in the country for mid to senior level professionals. It gets its seal of approval both from the faculty and the students.

“The multi-dimensional nature of public policy making and the rapidly evolving political and socio-economic landscape make continuous learning an imperative for every practitioner. Investment in education and training of policymakers help them adapt to this dynamic environment better and enable them to craft balanced, synchronous policies, which ultimately hold the key to inclusive growth and improved quality of life for millions. "Mr. Rakesh Bharti Mittal, Vice Chairman, Bharti Enterprises and Chairman, Advisory Council, Bharti Institute of Public Policy, ISB

The AMP-PP is a rigorous and challenging programme. It is designed as a 12-month, modular programme, delivered in a blended learning format.

Prof Ashwini Chhatre, Executive Director - Bharti Institute of Public Policy, Associate Professor of Public Policy, Chair - Institutional Review Board

"This one-year Master’s programme provides inter-disciplinary learning experience to policy makers and elected officials.”

Prof Laurent Jacque, The Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy, Tufts University, Programme Leader, Public Policy, ISB

"The best part about this programme is that I can continue learning while I work. Also, it provided opportunities to meet private sector executives from whom I got a good perspective about this sector, which will help me laison better with the private sector organisations.

”Raja Gopal Devera, Indian Administrative Service

“The programme is dynamically designed. Whatever we are learning today can be applied tomorrow.”

Manoj Kumar Singh, Chief of Regulatory Affairs and Sustainability - Indus Towers Ltd

“The programme has excellent faculty members with tremendous knowledge and experience. They have equipped me with tools and techniques regarding public policy which will enable me in giving more to my organisation and my country.”

Rajesh Gupta, Deputy Chief - Signal and Telecommunications, Indian Railways

“This programme provides us with scientific tools to evaluate any Public Policy. This is the best takeaway for me from the programme. I would like to introduce these tools in the training programmes at the National Police Academy. "

Sankaran Raveendran, Indian Police Service

Class Profile

AMPPP batches are thoughtfully designed to ensure a diverse, balanced student mix to maximise peer learning, exposure and to expand thought horizons. An AMPPP batch would comprise students from the civil services, the armed forces, the private sector, entrepreneurs and NGOs. Close interactions in the class and over group activities encourage exchange of ideas, thoughts and perspectives. This has the potential to sow seeds for and generate path breaking ideas and bring fundamental changes in outlook, approach and vision.

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Admissions

Applicants to Advanced Management Programme in Public Policy are both from the Public Sector and Private Sector. We at the school generate ideas and bring them into the classroom, where we train the next generation of leaders for public service. We also test our ideas in practice. Our faculty is engaged in the affairs of the world, shaping public policy, advising governments, and running major non-profit organisations.

Admissions

Tuition Fees

Total Fee: INR 12,60,000 + GST**

Tuition Fee covers:

-> Course Material

-> Faculty Costs

-> Guest Speakers

-> Student Accommodation and Meals

-> Internet mediated component of the Course

-> Gala Dinner & Events

Note: Tuition Fee does not include Travel & Local Conveyance

Venue

ISB, Hyderabad & Mohali Campus

Deadline

Please ensure that the completed application forms reach the Indian School of Business on or before May 31, 2020

Important Dates

	CYCLE-1	CYCLE-2
Last date of submitting application	March 31, 2020	May 31, 2020
Interviews schedule	April 05-25, 2020	June 01-15, 2020
Announcement of offers	April 30, 2020	June 20, 2020
Documentation and fee payment	Before July 15, 2020

* Applicants who belong to the various Ministries/Departments in Government of India may refer to the circular on the DoPT website.

How to Apply

For Government sponsored Applicants:

The completed admission application form should be sent through the sponsoring authority. You may also send one advance copy along with the Part-B and Bond of each to:

Joint Secretary (Trg), Department of Personnel and Training, Government of India, Block-4, 3rd Floor, old JNU campus, New Delhi - 100 067.

Rajesh Devarsetty, Advanced Management Programme in Public Policy, Centre for Executive Education, Indian School of Business, Gachibowli, Hyderabad - 500 111, Telangana, India.

For Non-Government sponsored and corporate Applicants:

-> Please apply for the programme by clicking http://amppp.isb.edu/

-> Kindly fill in the relevant sections of the application form. Non sponsored/Self sponsored candidates can ignore the payment, HR and company application sections.

-> Please attach the relevant documents when prompted.

-> In case of any assistance during the application process, you may write to amppp@isb.edu

-> For any escalations please write to rajesh_d@isb.edu, Ph: 040-2318 7516, +91-9440121755

-> Kindly note: Upon submission of the online application, an acknowledgement mail along with the application number is sent out. Do quote the application number for any queries.

Deadlines

Last date of Application - May 31, 2020
Course commencement - August 28, 2020

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Scholarships

To reward exceptional applicants and to support deserving candidates with limited financial resources, the Indian School of Business awards tuition fee waivers. The scholarships are awarded to candidates during admission or after enrolment, at the discretion of the AdCom.

-> Candidates have to submit an essay and proof of income to be eligible for the need-based waiver.

-> All tuition waivers will be adjusted against the payable tuition fee and will not be disbursed directly to the student

-> The information provided aims to be accurate as far as possible at the time of publication. The School reserves the right to add, withdraw or modify any of the criteria, amount and count for all the tuition waivers cited above at any time.

Faculty

Core Faculty

Consistent with ISB’s portfolio model, the faculty for this programme are drawn from the pool of highly accomplished ISB resident faculty, faculty from the Fletcher School and other leading schools, eminent policy makers and practitioners. It’s an eclectic mix of distinguished professionals in their respective fields who bring in their experience and perspective to the classroom and make it a dynamic, rooted in real-time learning experience.

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Guest Speakers

ISB has enduring relationships with some of India’s most renowned leaders in public policy, governance and business—many of whom are invited to speak during AMP-PP residencies to share their experiences in particular sectors. These inspiring sessions give students first hand insights into policy making and into the critical challenges faced by the government and corporates. It ensures an enriching learning experience for the students and a chance for them to interact closely with the distinguished academics, politicians, bureaucrats and business experts, complementing their rigorous course curriculum. This exercise also helps build and strengthen the relationship between ISB and the world's leading professionals.

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FAQ'S

Basic Details

Is MPPP a distance education or online programme?

No. The MPPP is a hybrid programme for working professionals who need not take a break from work to do a premier programme. All courses are taught face-to-face. Supplementary audio-visual learning, interaction with the global faculty and academic team, projects, assignments and assessments, study trek etc. are the other key activities that are achieved through off-campus and technology-assisted learning.

Where are the classes for the programme held?

All classes for the programme are held in both ISB campuses as per the calendar: North Campus: Mohali and South Campus: Hyderabad.

WilI get an MBA?

Indian regulations do not allow independent institutions to grant a master’s degree.

The rigorous programme will lead to a Certification upon successful completion.

Programme Details

How many days will I need to take off from work?

The total number of days at ISB campus for the duration of the programme will be approximately 36 days, which would include 16 days of weekend. Effectively it would be 20 working days over a year.

How much time will I have to spend studying at home outside the residencies?

We anticipate participants having to spend 8-10 hours per week on pre readings, assignments and cases.

How do I prepare and gear up for the programme?

Once you are admitted, we will have pre term online courses in specific areas to help you gear up for the programme.

When will I get course materials and books?

The course materials as prepared by faculty in terms of pre-reads, links to important websites and related literature and list of books will be made available to you in advance so you have ample time to prepare and complete the pre course assignments.

The materials will be uploaded on the Learning Management System (LMS) portal, or shipped to you, or handed to you in person when you are on campus.

What if I need help with understanding course concepts during the period outside the residencies?

You can post your queries on the discussion board in the LMS and someone from the School will resolve your query. If needed, we can have someone call you and clarify the doubts.

Of course, your course mates can also respond to your query making the learning collaborative.

Admission

Can I defer admissions?

We do not encourage deferrals. In exceptional circumstances deferral may be granted upon submission of documentary proof supporting your reasons for deferral. A non-refundable deferral fee needs to be paid, in addition to the admission fee, to secure your place for the next class. The deferral fee is adjusted in your programme fee when you join the programme. Please note that the programme fee applicable to the year of joining the programme will apply.

Deferral is granted for a maximum of one year beyond which you will need to reapply.

What if my deferral plea is not accepted?

In such a scenario you will have to reapply for the next academic year.

Once I have submitted the application, when will I hear from you?

We will strive to process your application as soon as we receive the same and try and revert to you in around 10 to 15 days.

Is an interview required?

Yes. Interviews give us an opportunity to hear about your experiences first hand and make a qualified judgment. Interviews will be held telephonically/Over VC/ in person. We would intimate the mode once you are shortlisted. Kindly refer to the “Important dates” section for the interview dates for Round 1 and Round 2 of the selection process.

Fees and Financing

How many students will be admitted for PGP?

If I am unable to join the programme after accepting the admission offer and paying the admission fee will the admission fee be refunded?
No. The admission fee is non-refundable.

Do we have a Financing options from Financial Institutions?

Yes we have a tie-up with Axis Bank, CREDILA ( a subsidiary of HDFC limited ) and AVANSE ( a subsidiary of DHFL limited) for educational loan.
If I decide to withdraw from the programme, can I get my tuition refunded?
It depends on the timing of your decision. The refund is governed by the refund policy prevailing at that time. Please check the refund policy section for details.

What is your refund policy?

In case a student has to withdraw from the programme for either academic, personal or administrative reasons, the student will receive pro-rated refund for only the remaining terms to the extent that the student has paid for those terms in advance. No refund will be granted for the terms which have already commenced or have been completed. The programme office reserves the right to deduct additional amounts which have been paid in advance to vendors for boarding and lodging, etc. which cannot be recovered by ISB even though the participant has not attended the terms for which these expenses were incurred in advance.

Sponsorship

Do I have to be financially sponsored by my company to be eligible for this programme?

No, you do not have to be financially sponsored by your firm to be eligible for the programme. However, all participants need to provide a letter of support from your firm in the prescribed format available from the application portal.

What constitutes the content of the letter of support from one’s employer?

The letter of support basically states that your employer is aware of the fact that you are attending this programme. It also states whether you are also being sponsored financially and to what extent and whether the leave granted to you to attend the programme is paid, unpaid or a mix of both.

Why do you need the letter of support from your employer?

This is required since the programme is meant for working professionals and needs them to be away from work for a number of days which usually exceeds the annual leaves granted in most organisations.

Career Services

Does the programme provide campus placement services?

No, the programme does not provide a campus placement service.

Why is campus placement not provided?

Campus placement is not provided for three reasons:

-> MPPP is a part time executive program which does not require break from work.

-> Since participants will have their employers’ support, at least by way of time off from work to attend the programme and therefore respecting the employer’s support, ISB does not feel it is appropriate to offer placement services.

-> Participants come with good amount of work experience and would have targeted roles/ positions to move into on the strength of their learning.