Master's in Social Science - Public Management and Social Development

Copenhagen Business School (CBS) stands as one of Europe's premier business schools, renowned for its commitment to academic excellence, research-driven education, and strong ties to the business community. At CBS, a diverse array of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs is offered, covering fields such as business administration, economics, finance, and management. The curriculum is characterized by a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical application, preparing students for the complexities of the global business landscape. Emphasizing innovation and critical thinking, CBS fosters an environment where students are encouraged to challenge conventions and contribute meaningfully to the evolution of business practices. The school's strong connections with industry leaders, coupled with a commitment to cutting-edge research, ensure that graduates are equipped with the skills and insights needed to excel in their careers and make significant contributions to the business world.

By exploring similarities and differences in contemporary challenges to the welfare of citizens in China and Europe, you will learn to manage and participate in social innovation at the interface between the public and private sectors in China as well as Europe. The programme is carried out at Sino-Danish Center for Education and Research (SDC), at the Yanqihu campus north of Beijing. China and Europe are facing challenges of equal magnitude, although from opposite perspectives, in the task of securing quality of life for citizens, social mobility and cohesion, and economic competitiveness. In the broad areas of welfare policies and institutional development, very large changes are likely to happen in the course of just a few years. The purpose of Public Management and Social Development is to educate people who can take part in meeting such challenges and changes, with a particular focus on how China and Europe might learn from each other.