Introduction

THIS COURSE IS OFFERED ON A FEE-PAYING BASIS ONLY.

Coordinator: Assoc Prof M Haward
The Master of Public Administration (International) is offered at the Hobart campus. It is normally a 1 calendar year (or 3 semesters) full-time or up to 3 years (or 6 semesters) part-time program. Students may enrol for semester 1 or semester 2 entry.

These course rules and specifications apply to students commencing the Master of Public Administration (International) in 2008. For students who commenced prior to 2008, the applicable course rules are those from the year of commencement. i.e. students who commenced in 2005 should refer to the 2005 Handbook.

Admission & Prerequisites

Students are normally expected to have a minimum of a bachelor degree from the University of Tasmania or from another university or tertiary institution which is deemed equivalent and a level of English equivalent to a score of 6.0 on an IELTS test. In exceptional circumstances the Faculty may admit a person with some other tertiary qualification and relevant employment experience.

Students seeking entry into postgraduate courses based on employment experience only (i.e. no bachelor degree), will generally only be allowed entry at Graduate Certificate level.

Progression from Graduate Diploma to Masters requires results of Distinction average.

Direct entry at Masters level will generally only be allowed if the student has achieved results of Distinction average at undergraduate level.

Course Objectives

The Master of Public Administration (International) aims to develop high-level, advanced skills in international public administration for mid-career professionals. Students will be equipped with a detailed understanding of contemporary developments in policy development, program analysis and management. These areas have been to focus of public sector reform around the globe. Students will also increase their skills in public administration, with a particular focus on program and policy management.

Career Outcomes

Enhancement of students' careers by the achievement of a postgraduate award from a prestigious university.

Articulation to/from Course

Students who undertake the MPA (Int) are required to complete 125% of coursework units and the 25% research project unit. Students who terminate their studies after completing 100% of the coursework units are eligible to achieve the Graduate Diploma in Public Administration (International). Students who terminate their studies after completing 50% of the coursework units are eligible to achieve the Graduate Certificate in Public Administration (International).

Miscellaneous Information

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