Postgraduate Studentships - Search for funding opportunities.
Postgraduate Studentships - Search for funding opportunities.
Study Details: 2 years
Our Master of Public Administration (MPA) will prepare you for responsible management roles within the public and non-profit sectors. The course will equip you with the analytical skills, policy-making expertise, and leadership capabilities needed to thrive in today’s complex public service environment.
Whether you’re aiming to advance in your current role, transition to a new career in public administration, or deepen your impact on society, our MPA can open doors to new opportunities and help you achieve your professional goals.
Our MPA provides a well-rounded perspective on public administration, drawing from an interdisciplinary curriculum that includes finance, leadership, technology, economics, people management, and public policy. You’ll gain a critical understanding of public service management and the tools required to navigate leadership roles effectively in a public sector context.
Key areas of focus include:
Professional development for responsible leadership in public service
Leadership and people management within public and non-profit organisations
Policy-making in a changing environmental and societal context
Strategic development and innovation in public service
Entry requirements for this course are normally:
An Honours degree (2:2 or above) in any subject or an equivalent professional qualification.
At least two years' relevant work or managerial experience.
If you have significant management experience you may be admitted to the course without a degree or degree equivalent qualifications if you can demonstrate your potential to meet the learning requirements of the course.
Many students are supported by their employers to study this course as part of their Continued Professional Development, enabling them to gain valuable knowledge, develop advanced skills, and position themselves for promotions or leadership opportunities within their organisations.
Core Modules:
Responsible Leadership and Systemic Risk Management in the Public Sector
Ageing Societies
Managing Big Data
People Matter
Professional and Personal Excellence (PROPEL 1)
MPA Project
Strategic Communication
Strategic Management and Innovation
Professional and Personal Excellence (PROPEL 2)
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