Seeking a Career in Public Policy
Explore the Future of Public Policy: An Immersive Experience at Kautilya. Step into the world of policymaking with an immersive event curated by the Kautilya School of Public Policy – a premier institution in India. Designed for aspiring changemakers and professionals considering a pivot into public policy, this event offers a powerful blend of learning, collaboration, and inspiration.
Event Details
Location
GITAM University, Hyderabad Campus,
Rudraram, Patancheru, 502329
Dates
31st May – 1st June, 2025
Cost
Free : Includes stay, meals, workshop materials, and certificate.
WHY ATTEND?
Get a hands-on preview of India’s premier Master’s in Public Policy (MPP) program.
- Learn lessons on leadership from Dr. Duvvuri Subbarao, former RBI Governor.
- Takepart in negotiation simulation led by Amb Syed Akbaruddin, Former Diplomat and Dean (Kautilya) and Dr Kanica Rakhra, Assistant Professor, Kautilya
- Simulation on communication with Ms. Smita Sharma, Independent Journalist
- Understand the use of data in public policy with Mr. Rakesh Dubbudu.
- Improve writing skills with faculty member Dr. Vasudha Katju.
- Discover career pathways in Public Policy—government, think tanks, NGOs, CSR, ESG, and consulting.
WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE
- Masterclass on leadership
- Simulation on communication
- Simulation on negotiation
- Practitioner’s perspective on data-driven policymaking
- Workshop on writing
- Networking sessions with faculty, alumni, and policy professionals
- Networking lunch and dinner
Meet Our Speakers
Dr. Duvvuri Subbarao
Distinguished Visiting Professor (Kautilya) & Former RBI Governor
Former RBI Governor and Indian Finance Secretary with global economic experience.
Syed Akbaruddin
Dean (Kautilya) & Former Permanent Rep. of India to the UN
A diplomat of 30+ years, Akbaruddin served as India’s Permanent Representative to the UN.
Mr. Rakesh Dubbudu
Visiting Faculty (Kautilya) & Founder of FACTLY and DATAFUL
Founder of media-tech and data initiatives FACTLY & DATAFUL, and transparency advocate.
Dr. Vasudha Katju
Assistant Professor, Kautilya School of Public Policy
Specialist in gender studies with a focus on academic writing and communication.
Dr. Kanica Rakhra
Assistant Professor, Kautilya School of Public Policy
PhD from JNU with fellowships from ACONA, MIIS & Swedish South Asian Studies Network.
Ms. Smita Sharma
Independent Journalist & Visiting Faculty, Kautilya School of Public Policy
Award‑winning multimedia journalist with 22 years covering diplomacy, politics, conflicts, and social issues in Hindi and English.
Two-Day Agenda – Seeking a Career in Public Policy
Day 1 – 31st May, Saturday
| Time | Session |
|---|---|
| 10:00 a.m. | Welcome Note & Campus Orientation (30 minutes) |
| 10:30 a.m. | Leadership Lessons I Learnt the Hard Way – Dr. Duvvuri Subbarao (75 minutes) |
| 11:45 a.m. | Break |
| 12:00 p.m. | Introductory Session: Public Communication (30 minutes) |
| 12:30 p.m. | Reading Time for Communication Simulation (30 minutes) |
| 1:00 p.m. | Communication Simulation in Studio - Ms Smita Sharma (2 hour 15 min)| Lunch |
| 3:15 p.m. | Faculty Masterclass: Data for Public Policy – Rakesh Dubbudu (75 minutes) |
| 4:30 p.m. | Off to Residence |
| 7:30 – 8:30 p.m. | Interaction with Alumni over Dinner |
Day 2 – 1st June, Sunday
| Time | Session |
|---|---|
| 10:00 a.m. | Negotiation Simulation - Amb Syed Akbaruddin & Dr Kanica Rakhra (120 minutes) |
| 12:00 p.m. | The Domestic in Foreign Policy – Dr. Kanica Rakhra (60 minutes) |
| 1:00 p.m. | Lunch |
| 2:00 p.m. | Workshop on Writing – Dr. Vasudha Katju (120 minutes) |
| 4:00 p.m. | Closing Remarks (45 minutes) |
WHY KAUTILYA?
- Multidisciplinary MPP Course focussed on Skill Development.
- Engage with policy stalwarts like Dr. Faizan Mustafa, Dr. Arvind Mayaram, Amb. Vijay Gokhale, Amb D.B. Venkatesh Varma, Dr. Usha Ramachandra, Mr. Udaibir Saran Das, Dr. Rathin Roy, AVM (Dr.) Arjun Subramaniam (Retd), and more.
- Specializations in Tech & Society, ESG, Global Affairs & more.
- 70% students chosen on need-cum-merit scholarships. Upto 100% scholarships.
- Diverse cohort from over 72 cities | 50% women.
- Specializations in Tech & Society, ESG, Global Affairs, Economics and Business and Government.
Rudraram, Patancheru Mandal
Hyderabad, Telangana 502329