PUBLIC SYSTEMS AND GOVERNANCE
POLICY PIONEERS PROGRAM
India Needs Better Systems.
Will You Build Them?
Do you want to explore how India’s public systems can be redesigned to truly serve the people?
Do you want to explore how India’s public systems can be redesigned to truly serve the people?
If you’ve asked yourself how real change can happen in the way India is governed this program is built for you.
GOVERNANCE
Governance has a space for re-imagining our institutions, structures and processes. It is about how decisions are made, how public money is spent, and how systems respond to the needs of people.
India Policy Pioneers Program is India House’s flagship program for young professionals, students, and changemakers who want to make a real difference. This 4 month hybrid program will provide you with the skills, knowledge, and network to drive real-world impact.
The Public Systems and Governance specialization under the Policy Pioneers Program is for those who want to lead real change. You’ll explore how institutions work, why they often don’t, and what it takes to design better systems.
- Learn from leading thinkers.
- Understand how governance, financing, and technology shape outcomes on the ground.
- Work on live projects that go beyond the classroom.
Whether you see yourself in the government, working with think tanks, or helping governments through policy consulting, this program gives you the tools to build the systems India deserves.
Whether you see yourself in the government, working with think tanks, or helping governments through policy consulting, this program gives you the tools to build the systems India deserves.
PROGRAM CURRICULUM
Governance is the bridge between policy and people.
Over 8 modules, this specialization gives you the toolkit to improve that bridge. From understanding state capacity to designing reforms, you’ll engage with governance not as a spectator but as a driver of systemic change.
Policy Tools & Analytical Frameworks
Develop essential policy skills, from policy reading to data-driven analysis, while also understanding the paradox between policy and politics.
Understanding Governance and Public Systems
Explore the idea of public systems through the lens of governance, and the interplay of policy and politics.
Governance Architecture
Understand the roles of institutions, the executives, legislative processes, the judiciary, security systems, and their inter-connectedness while comparing civil services models.
Policies, Markets & Fiscal Dynamics
Examine how economic policy, governance, and market forces intersect to shape systems and influence public outcomes.
Policy in Practice
Study real-world policy implementation through case studies, programs, and initiatives, analyzing their impact and challenges.
Technology, Innovation & Future of Governance
Evaluate the role of emerging technologies in governance, digital infrastructure, and smart cities.
Designing Policy Solutions
Use behavioural insights, systems thinking, and design thinking to develop practical policy solutions.
Leading the Change
Engage with top institutions, apply learning through HOPs and workshops, refine your leadership style, and explore career opportunities.
Whether you see yourself in the government, working with think tanks, or helping governments through policy consulting, this program gives you the tools to build the systems India deserves.
Whether you see yourself in the government, working with think tanks, or helping governments through policy consulting, this program gives you the tools to build the systems India deserves.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Whether you see yourself in the government, working with think tanks, or helping governments through policy consulting, this program gives you the tools to build the systems India deserves.
Whether you see yourself in the government, working with think tanks, or helping governments through policy consulting, this program gives you the tools to build the systems India deserves.
Reimagine Governance. Redefine the Future.
With a population of over 1.3 billion, India’s need for transparent, efficient, and accountable governance has never been greater.
At India House, we train the next generation of policy professionals to drive these reforms—from government think tanks to grassroots organizations, from public policy labs to national ministries. You’ll work at the intersection of public policy, governance reform, and innovation.
WHERE CAN A CAREER IN GOVERNANCE POLICY TAKE YOU?
Governance Policy Analyst / Researcher
Think Tanks, Universities, Research Institutes.
Conduct research and policy analysis on governance systems and reformsPolicy Advisor / Young Professional
Ministries, Government Agencies
Support elected officials on governance strategy and implementationAdvocate/ Communication Specialist
Government Bodies, Political Parties, Media Agency
Shape public messaging around governance policies and reformsProgram Manager – Governance Reform
NGOs, Development and Philanthropic Organisations
Manage, lead or oversee governance projects and grantsGovernment Relations Advisor
Corporates, VC firms
Help businesses navigate governance frameworks and engage with policymakersGovernance Consultant
Independent Practice, Consulting firms
Advise organisations and governments on improving systems and accountability