Doctor of Law and Policy (Boston)

In an increasingly complex and globally connected environment, the Doctor of Law and Policy program empowers leaders in the government, for-profit, and nonprofit sectors to establish expertise, advance their careers, and drive lasting change. In a flexible learning format, youll examine the intersection of three key themeslaw, research, and policyhoning your professional and analytical skills as you learn to tackle practical problems with a multidisciplinary approach.
Youll study the impact of political, economic, and social trends, crafting recommendations, strategies, and arguments to influence global and domestic law and policy. In the Executive Program, youll attend weekend residencies twice a quarter in Boston, affording you the opportunity to complete your coursework and doctoral thesis in 24 months. And with the guidance of our expert faculty, youll design and execute a personalized plan of inquiry to study and address the public policy issues you care about most.
Program Objectives
Develop new leadership and strategic-thinking skills, Utilize law as a way to be a better policy maker and change agent
Interpret research and use it to further policy-related goals
Be able to negotiate with stakeholders in courts, legislatures, and agencies in the corporate and nonprofit environments