The School of Policy, Planning, and Development offers five professional master's degree programs, two executive master's degree programs, a special master's program for international executives, two doctoral programs, and an undergraduate degree program. In addition, a variety of certificate programs in SPPD's major fields of study are offered for the mid-career professional.

SPPD degree programs are highly ranked nationally and draw upon the school's exceptional faculty and the university's extensive resources. Degree programs combine depth of study with breadth of opportunity to specialize in areas within each field. Programs integrate classroom work with real-world experience through a variety of internships, mentorships and other opportunities with the greater Los Angeles community.