Public Management

University of Birmingham
Postgraduate MSc Full-time 12 Months Politics

About this course

Enhance your understanding of public sector governance and performance challenges. Ideal for both experienced practitioners and aspiring professionals, you'll be equipped with essential leadership skills and knowledge for impactful public service careers.

Our MSc in Public Management will position you at the forefront of public service innovation, empowering you to shape policies, drive positive change, and lead with confidence in dynamic environments locally, nationally, and globally.

Why study this programme at he University of Birmingham? Prepare for impactful public service careers with our focus on global governance challenges and leadership development. Our comparative approach explores diverse socio-economic contexts, blending theory with practical applications through case studies and collaborative projects. Develop vital research skills with support from expert faculty in a flexible, inclusive learning environment conducive to career growth in national and international public sectors. Join us to shape policies, drive change, and lead confidently in today's dynamic public service landscape.

  • Develop expertise in governance and public sector challenges for impactful career advancement.

  • Gain insights into local, regional, national, and international public sector dynamics.

  • Ideal for experienced practitioners and newcomers seeking career progression or transition within public service and related sectors.

  • Enhance leadership skills and confidence through comparative learning contexts.

    Career opportunities Prepare for influential roles in public management with our MSc course. Gain a deep understanding of governance, performance improvement, and public service coordination across global, national, and local contexts. Ideal for experienced practitioners and aspiring public sector leaders, our comparative approach equips you with essential skills and insights to navigate diverse challenges and drive meaningful change in governmental and related sectors, both domestically and internationally.

  • Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

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

    Course Details

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