Public Administration

University of York
Postgraduate MPA Full-time 1 Year Business and management studiesPolitics

About this course

The aim of the degree is to enhance your capacity to manage, lead, change and improve public services. This programme provides professional development for those working in the broad field of public services management, or those wishing to develop a career in that area; the programme is particularly relevant for those individuals involved in the delivery and management of services; it focuses on the organisational and governmental context within which public services are delivered, and the skills required for successful administration of public service programmes; the programme promotes shared learning across sectors (public, private, non-profit) within an international context. It reflects the current public service modernisation agenda and aims to equip you to make a practical difference in the delivery of public services programmes and agendas.

Study Options

This course is available in 2 study options:

Part-time

Duration: 2 Years

Qualification: MPA

Location: York

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 1 Year

Qualification: MPA

Location: York

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

7220 Customer service supervisors
1121 Production managers and directors in manufacturing
1123 Production managers and directors in mining and energy
1139 Functional managers and directors
1132 Marketing, sales and advertising directors
2431 Management consultants and business analysts

Course Details

Qualification
MPA
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
1 Year
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
York
Scheme
Postgraduate
Subjects
Business and management studies, Politics