Why are the two 'electives' in the Public Policy Track referred to as such if they are actually required?

The Public Policy Track in the DEDP MicroMasters program currently offers only two elective course choices. While it may seem contradictory to refer to these courses as electives when they are required to complete the track, it is important to note that the program's curriculum is continuously evolving. As the program expands and additional courses are introduced to the Public Policy Track, the current two elective courses may no longer be mandatory. The use of the term "electives" is intended to reflect the current state of the program, and we anticipate that future updates will provide learners with a wider range of elective options.