MA in Public Policy – Chinese Affairs Online Shaping Policy for a New Global Superpower

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100% online, 8-week courses
Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
Expand Your Global Influence with a Master’s in Public Policy – Chinese Affairs Degree Online!
The rise of China as a global influence has many ramifications for American public policy. Liberty University’s Master of Arts in Public Policy (MAPP) in Chinese Affairs can help set you on a career path that involves working to understand China’s global presence, ambitions, and the threat they may pose to the free world. This Chinese affairs degree can help prepare you to work in several areas of government that deal with public policy, national security, or a related field.
Whether you are interested in working for a domestic or international organization, our degree in Chinese political affairs can help you succeed! With core courses in political philosophy and governance, you will also study how to best develop and apply policies and practices that are relevant to China.
The master of Chinese economic and political affairs degree was launched to answer the call for dedicated coursework related to the impact of China’s ambitions and actions on American interests and global politics. Our MAPP is designed to be completed quickly and is offered completely online, so you can continue to work while going to college. If you’re looking for an online Chinese political affairs master’s, this graduate degree program may be for you.






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- Transfer in up to 75% of an Undergrad Degree
- Transfer in up to 50% of a Grad/Doctoral Degree
Why Choose Liberty’s Master’s in Chinese Affairs and Public Policy Degree?
If you are looking for a degree that can help you influence the world, Liberty University’s master’s in Chinese affairs has been designed to help you understand governmental responsibilities and how best to implement and execute policies that are in the national and global best interests. At Liberty University, we strive to live out Christ-like characteristics and to use the power of faith and education to transform people and the world.
Whether you want to serve at the local, national, or international level, our Chinese affairs degree can help train you to become a Christ-centered scholar, policymaker, and leader in today’s world. Have you ever watched a news story and come away with the desire to help our nation make better decisions and work toward a brighter future? If so, this Master of Arts in Public Policy may be the catalyst you need to create meaningful change.
What Will You Study in the Public Policy Master’s Program – International Chinese Affairs?
As a student in the MA in Public Policy – Chinese Affairs degree program, you will explore the political and ideological landscape of China and its impact on government policy. Our courses can teach you to analyze the legal, political, legislative, and judicial systems that exist in China as you are introduced to the country’s political worldview. Learning about the history of politics in China will also add to your understanding of the current Chinese government.
Your classes will allow you to collaborate and discuss Chinese policy with professors and peers. In addition, you can learn how to craft policy that will not only benefit our nation but also protect the interests of our allies and the free enterprise system.
As a Christian university, we strive to provide you with a solid biblical foundation through every one of your courses. Each of your courses is taught from a biblical worldview, allowing you to investigate the Christian approach to situations you may face when dealing with Chinese political affairs.
Potential Career Opportunities
- Defense industry professional
- Federal government employee
- Intelligence professional
- International business or finance consultant
- Lobbyist/advocacy professional
- Local, state, or federal government representative
- Military strategist
- Policy writer/journalist
- Public relations professional
- Researcher on China or East Asia
Featured Courses
- PPOG 502 – Economics and Public Policy
- PPOG 506 – Introduction to Geopolitics and International Diplomacy
- PPOG 665 – Chinese Politics*
- PPOG 667 – Chinese Foreign Policy*
*Course guide coming soon
Degree Information
- This program falls under the Helms School of Government.
- View the Graduate Government Course Guides (login required).
- You will have the option to complete a thesis, or you may take additional elective courses.
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Your success is our success, which is why we are committed to providing quality academics at an affordable tuition rate. While other colleges are increasing their tuition, we have frozen tuition rates for the majority of our undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs for the past 9 years – and counting.
Graduate Full Time | $565/Credit |
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Graduate Part Time | $615/Credit |
Military Graduate | $275/Credit |
Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
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Admission Information for Our Master’s in Public Policy in Chinese Affairs Program
Admission Requirements
- Apply online or over the phone with an admissions counselor by calling (800) 424-9596.
- A non-refundable, non-transferable $50 application fee will be posted on the current application upon enrollment (waived for qualifying service members, veterans, and military spouses – documentation verifying military status is required).
- Send official college transcripts (mailed as sealed, unopened copies or sent via a direct electronic transcript system). A regionally or nationally accredited bachelor’s degree with at least a 3.0 GPA is required for admission in good standing. Applicants who have earned a master’s degree or at least 12 graduate credits from an accredited institution will be assessed on the basis of the master’s-level degree work.
- Unofficial transcripts can be used for acceptance purposes with the submission of a Transcript Request Form.
- Applicants whose native language is other than English must submit official scores for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or an approved alternative assessment. For information on alternative assessments or TOEFL waivers, please call Admissions or view the official International Admissions policy.
Preliminary Acceptance
If you are sending in a preliminary transcript for acceptance, you must:
- Be in your final term and planning to start your master’s degree after the last day of class for your bachelor’s degree.
- Complete a Bachelor’s Self-Certification Form confirming your completion date. You may download the form from the Forms and Downloads page or contact an admissions counselor to submit the form on your behalf.
- Submit an official/unofficial transcript to confirm that you are in your final term. The preliminary transcript must show a minimum of 105 completed credit hours.
- If you are a current Liberty University student completing your undergraduate degree, you will need to submit a Degree/Certificate Completion Application.
- Send in an additional, final official transcript with a conferral date on it by the end of your first semester of enrollment in the new master’s degree.
Dual Enrollment
Please see the Online Dual Enrollment page for information about starting graduate courses while finishing your bachelor’s degree.
Transcript Policies
Unofficial College Transcript Policy
Unofficial transcripts combined with a Transcript Request Form can be used for admission. Official transcripts are required within 60 days of the admissions decision or before non-attendance drops for the first set of matriculated classes, whichever comes first, and will prevent enrollment into future terms until all official transcripts have been received.
Before sending unofficial college transcripts, please make sure they include the following:
- Your previous school’s name or logo printed on the document
- Cumulative GPA
- A list of completed courses and earned credit broken down by semester
- Degree and date conferred (if applicable)
Official College Transcript Policy
An acceptable official college transcript is one that has been issued directly from the institution and is in a sealed envelope. If you have one in your possession, it must meet the same requirements. If your previous institution offers electronic official transcript processing, they can send the document directly to luoverify@liberty.edu.
If the student uses unofficial transcripts with a Transcript Request Form to gain acceptance, all official transcripts must be received within 60 days of the admissions decision or before non-attendance drops for the first set of matriculated classes, whichever comes first. Failure to send all official transcripts within the 60-day period will prevent enrollment into future terms until all official transcripts have been received.
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Who May Qualify?
- Active Duty
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/Retirees
- Spouses of Service Members and Veterans/Retirees
- Current Department of Defense Employees
Available Benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $275 per credit hour for graduate courses
- Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $625 per course)*
- 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
*Not applicable to certificates.
Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What accreditation does Liberty University have?
Liberty University is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).
What are the benefits of pursuing a program like this online?
Students in our MA in Public Policy in Chinese Affairs can benefit from networking opportunities with other professionals in the program from across the country.
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