Develop your leadership in public management with a focus on global insights and practical skills. Explore efficiency, reform and strategy in government through expert guidance and international learning opportunities.
Our MPA in Public Administration (Finance) equips you with crucial leadership and strategic skills, empowering you to drive impactful reforms in global public sectors, shaping a dynamic future in governmental and international arenas.
This course will run over 12 months in a full-time mode. There is also scope to undertake the programme on a part-time basis over 24 months for Home students.
Study two foundational 20-credit modules explore:
Study a combination of optional modules to gather a total of 60 credits from our list of International Development modules. Examinations will take place throughout the term as courseworks, written exams and/or presentations.
Further your learning with one 20-credit core modules covers key aspects of financial management in public sector organisations, emphasizing budgeting, financial appraisal, and modern management approaches. Complete your curriculum with additional credits from our International Development Department optional modules list, with assessments including coursework, exams, and presentations.
During this term, you will be completing assignments and focusing on your 60-credit research dissertation project.
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To gain a place at Birmingham you will need to meet our general entry requirements, as well as those specific to your course. Your application will be reviewed by the course’s Admissions Tutor, who will decide whether your application should receive an offer.
Students who have not studied in English must pass a recognised English test. For more information on what proof you will need, visit our International Postgraduate requirements page
If you have a conditional offer for Birmingham where English is a requirement, you can take a Presessional English course as an alternative to retaking IELTS or a similar qualification. We offer on-campus courses all year round starting from September including additional online courses in the summer term. Teaching takes place in small classes with no more than 18 students to maximise class participation.