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University of Huddersfield: Master of Public Administration
| Institution | University of Huddersfield |
|---|---|
| Department | Department of Management (BDMGMT) |
| Web | http://www.hud.ac.uk |
| contacthud@hud.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | +44 (0)1484 422288 |
| Study type | Taught |
MPA
Summary
Looking to make a meaningful impact in public service?
Our Master of Public Administration (MPA) will prepare you for responsible management roles within the public and non-profit sectors.
The course will equip you with the analytical skills, policy-making expertise, and leadership capabilities needed to thrive in today’s complex public service environment.
Whether you’re aiming to advance in your current role, transition to a new career in public administration, or deepen your impact on society, our MPA can open doors to new opportunities and help you achieve your professional goals.
Our MPA provides a well-rounded perspective on public administration, drawing from an interdisciplinary curriculum that includes finance, leadership, technology, economics, people management, and public policy. You’ll gain a critical understanding of public service management and the tools required to navigate leadership roles effectively in a public sector context.
Key areas of focus include
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Professional development for responsible leadership in public service
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Leadership and people management within public and non-profit organisations
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Policy-making in a changing environmental and societal context
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Strategic development and innovation in public service
You’ll get exposure to real-world case studies and the chance to engage with expert guest speakers. These experiences will prepare you for senior roles in public administration, enabling you to make a positive impact in the communities you serve.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Entry requirements for this course are normally: * An Honours degree (2:2 or above) in any subject or an equivalent professional qualification. If you have significant management experience you may be admitted to the course without a degree or degree equivalent qualifications if you can demonstrate your potential to meet the learning requirements of the course. |
| Location | Main Site Queensgate Huddersfield HD1 3DH |
Summary
The Huddersfield MPA is a professional postgraduate degree designed to prepare you for your future road and career in responsible management of the public and non-profit sectors. It is designed to empower and equip you with the tools and skills that you can take into the public sector and better engage in the policy analysis and policy making process. You’ll be introduced to different frameworks that are relevant for the public service work, and will be immersed through case studies, capstone, and guest speakers.
A very distinctive feature of the Huddersfield MPA is that it is an interdisciplinary programme. The content enables you to learn more about public policy by taking a combination of modules from the disciplines of finance, leadership, technology, economics, people management and public policy. The programme aims to provide learners with the practical knowledge and skills required in the professional public sector environment regarding management and leadership.
Professional links and accreditations: Huddersfield Business School is an accredited member of AACSB International—The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (https://www.aacsb.edu/learners/tools/why-accreditation-matters). Less than 6% of business schools worldwide have obtained this prestigious accreditation.
AACSB-accredited schools have successfully undergone a rigorous review process conducted by their peers in the business education community, ensuring that they have the resources, credentials, and commitment needed to provide students with a first-rate, future-focused business education. As a result, AACSB-accredited schools produce graduates who are highly skilled and more desirable to employers than other non-accredited schools.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Entry requirements for this course are normally: * An Honours degree (2:2 or above) in any subject or an equivalent professional qualification. If you have significant management experience you may be admitted to the course without a degree or degree equivalent qualifications if you can demonstrate your potential to meet the learning requirements of the course. |
| Location | Main Site Queensgate Huddersfield HD1 3DH |
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