Doctor of Philosophy in Public Policy - Economic Development and Smart Cities

The economic development concentration at Georgia Tech's School of Public Policy offers students the opportunity to study the conceptual foundations of the field, learn key analytical techniques, and apply this knowledge to practical economic development issues in local, regional, national, and international contexts. While significant attention is given to the central role of technology in influencing and stimulating the processes of economic development, the need to produce economic development strategies linked to broader social and political concerns such as sustainability, equity, and efficiency is also recognized.