Each of our students receives intensive training in the areas of administration, economics, and quantitative analysis. This classroom education is enhanced by practical, real-world work experience. The flexibility of our curriculum also allows our students to specialize their studies by focusing on one of our eight concentration areas: -Economics and Financial Policy -Environmental Policy -Government, Politics and Policy Studies -Human Rights and Social Justice -International Development Studies -Public and Nonprofit Management -Science, Technology and Infrastructure Policy -Social Policy CIPA graduates enter the job market with a sound foundation and a wealth of expertise aligned with their particular career goals. That's why they are competitive across the public and private sectors, and have an outstanding track record of employment.