Master of Public Administration
Overview
The Master of Public Administration (MPA) programme is designed to equip graduates with advanced knowledge and skills in public administration and management, ethics and governance, and public finance. Tailored for those interested in or already working in the public sector, this programme offers a comprehensive curriculum covering key topics such as contemporary public administration, organisational design and management, public financial management, social policy-making, and research methods. Students also gain expertise in critical decision-making, administration, and governance within public sector organisations.
The MPA programme consists of eight compulsory taught modules, complemented by a Final Project module, where students can choose one of two available options. This degree prepares graduates to effectively navigate public sector networks, making them capable of driving impactful change, developing sound policies, and making informed decisions in public administration.
We align this programme qualification’s to the level descriptors of the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF).
Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate significant knowledge of theoretical perspectives on public administration, management, and governance.
- Demonstrate significant knowledge of key issues in public administration, management, and governance
- Understand the strategic environment in which public sector leaders operate and the relationships they develop for complex policymaking and performing
- Apply theories, concepts, and research methods in investigating and analyzing the complexities and challenges of public administration, management, and governance
- Apply knowledge and skills in self-management, communication, and teamwork activity in responding to the complexities and challenges of public administration, management and governance
Admission Requirements
General Entry
- A related Bachelor‟s Degree OR
- A related Graduate Diploma at Level 8
General Entry
- 25 years old, completion of a related Level 5 qualification, and 7 years of relevant experience (of which 3.5 years of experience is obtained after completion of a Level 5 qualification), and completion of a Pre-Master‟s Program. OR
- 25 years old, completion of a related Level 6 qualification, and 6 years of relevant experience (of which 3 years of experience is obtained after completion of a Level 6 qualification), and completion of a Pre-Master‟s Program
Programme Modules & Fee
- Purchase 1-3 modules: 3% discount on each module.
- Purchase 3-5 modules: 5% discount on each module.
- Purchase more than 5 modules: 12% discount on each module.
| Module Code | Name Of The Module | Duration | Fee In USD |
|---|---|---|---|
| MPALGC001 | Public Administration | 120 hours | 190 |
| MPALGC002 | Managing Effectively | 120 hours | 190 |
| MPALGC003 | Managing Public Finance | 120 hours | 190 |
| MPALGC004 | Research Methods | 120 hours | 190 |
| MPALGC005 | Policy-Making Process | 120 hours | 190 |
| MPALGC006 | Strategic Human Resource Management and Employee Relations | 120 hours | 190 |
| MPALGC007 | Ethics for Public Service | 120 hours | 190 |
| MPALGC008 | Leadership and Change Management in Public Sector | 120 hours | 190 |
| MPALGC009 | Dissertation (OPTION 1) | 240 hours | 190 |
| MPALGC010 | Public Sector Organization Reform Consulting Project (OPTION 2) | 240 hours | 190 |