Public Administration (Finance)

University of Birmingham
Postgraduate MPA Full-time 1 Year Politics

About this course

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.

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.

Why study this course at the University of Birmingham? The Masters in Public Administration (Finance) stands out with its strong international focus, practical approach, and diverse student body. You'll gain strategic financial management skills, explore new financial management reforms, and benefit from specialised modules tailored to your career goals. Aimed at people with experience in financial and economic management within the public sector although none is required, you'll engage in real-world case studies, international field trips, and expert instruction from subject experts. This programme prepares you for leadership roles in government, public enterprises, and NGOs, emphasising global perspectives and practical application.

  • Gain strategic financial management skills for effective public sector leadership.

  • Engage in practical case studies and real data analysis.

  • Participate in international field trips to cities like St. Petersburg and Berlin.

  • Tailor your studies with specialised modules and a dissertation on your chosen topic.

    Career opportunities Prepare for influential roles in public administration with our MPA in Public Administration (Finance). Designed for current and aspiring professionals in government, NGOs, and public enterprises, this programme imparts crucial financial management expertise. Whether steering financial reforms, crafting economic policies, or advancing within public sector organisations, our diverse curriculum ensures you are equipped for impactful leadership at all levels.

  • Study Options

    This course is available in 2 study options:

    Part-time

    Duration: 2 Years

    Qualification: MPA

    Location: Birmingham

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 1 Year

    Qualification: MPA

    Location: Birmingham

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    4112 Local government administrative occupations
    2434 Business and related research professionals
    2435 Professional/Chartered company secretaries
    3560 Public services associate professionals
    2493 Public relations professionals
    2439 Business, research and administrative professionals

    Course Details

    Qualification
    MPA
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    1 Year
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Birmingham
    Scheme
    Postgraduate
    Subjects
    Politics