Public Administration (Human Resources)

University of Birmingham
Postgraduate MPA Full-time 1 Year Politics

About this course

Advance your leadership in public administration with a focus on human resources. Experience global insights and hands-on learning through expert guidance and international study visits, addressing management challenges across diverse public sector environments.

Our MPA in Public Administration (Human Resources) empowers you with vital leadership and strategic skills, preparing you to lead transformative changes in global public sectors and forge a dynamic future in governmental and international settings.

Why study this course at the University of Birmingham? Tailored for those passionate about public sector management, you'll benefit from a flexible curriculum featuring diverse optional modules, and engage in practical, theoretically-informed strategies through case study approaches to foster global perspectives. Join a vibrant international student community, supported by our extensive academic networks, and enhance your expertise in ethical leadership and sustainable management. Start shaping impactful public service today.

  • Develop a global approach by analysing global trends in public administration and HRM with international case studies.

  • Use diagnostic case studies to build practical, theoretically-informed strategies.

  • Take your career to the next level. Ideal for public sector professionals or those aspiring to work in public services with a particular interest in Human Resource Management.

  • Broaden your learning horizons with the possibility to choose from a wide range of optional modules and participate in international study visits.

    Career opportunities Prepare for impactful roles in the public sector with our internationally oriented programme, designed for those passionate about HR management and development in public, state, or NGO sectors. You’ll be exploring global trends, leadership strategies, and organisational culture dynamics. Through practical case studies and diverse optional modules, you'll graduate fully equipped and confident to lead in influential positions within government and international structures.

    • Study Options

    This course is available in 2 study options:

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 1 Year

    Qualification: MPA

    Location: Birmingham

    Part-time

    Duration: 2 Years

    Qualification: MPA

    Location: Birmingham

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

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

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    Course Details

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

    Offered by

    University of Birmingham

    Birmingham

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