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    Duration

    9 Months

    Pedagogy

    Online

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    We are a world class business school located in the heart of UAE. Known to offer accredited distance learning courses of UK. We are one of the fastest growing business schools in Middle East with a stylish blended learning model that includes both online degree programs and on campus.

    Course description

    Theย MA in Public Administration degree is a postgraduate level recognised qualification suitable for learners to gain skills in public service administration.
    Public service managers face an increasing pace of change, combined with pressures to deliver more with less, navigate a complex policy context and enhance performance while sustaining public service values. This MA in Public Administration is designed for professionals in public and non-profit organisations who would like to build on their knowledge gained over their Level 7 Diploma in Public Administration and further this qualification will equip you to meet these challenges.
    The Masterโ€™s in Public Administration will further brush up your public administration skills and the ability to focus on the requirements of implementing an organisationโ€™s strategy. Learners will be able to work in a variety of roles within a public or a non-profit organisation.

    Course Content

    Course Structure

    This programme is consist of 2 stages. The first stage contains 6 studying subjects and the Second stage contains a work-based dissertation (12,000 words). All the studying subjects are taught online and are assessed by assignment.
    Students who complete the first stage (120 credits)ย will be awarded with theย OTHM Level 7 Diploma in Public Administration qualification and will get promoted to the second stage. After successfully completing the second stage, the learner will be awarded with MA (Top up) certification from University of Buckingham.

    Stage I

    Studying subjects:
    • Managing and Leading in the Public Sector (20 credits)
    • Public Service Reform and Innovation (20 credits)
    • Policy and Politics โ€“ Theory and Analysis (20 credits)
    • Managing Public Finance (20 credits)
    • Managing Public Sector Projects (20 credits)
    • Advanced Research Methods (20 credits)

    Stage II

    Work-based dissertation:
    • Consultancy Project Report (60 Credits)ย โ€“ compulsory

      The MA (top up) consists of a compulsory single module โ€˜Consultancy Project Reportโ€™ worth 60 credits. The module provides the opportunity for you to examine an area of particular interest within an appropriate organisational context. The module is designed to make a major contribution to your professional and intellectual development, through enabling you to demonstrate your capacity for sustained independent thought, learning and critical reflection.ย 

      The purpose of this programme is to deliver a practical and realistic solution to a business-related strategic challenge, which in turn is supported by appropriate reference to theoretical and conceptual analysis.ย 

    You will evidence this by producing a โ€˜Consultancy Project Reportโ€™ of 12,000 words.ย 

    Entry requirements
    • Must have Bachelor or equivalent diploma.
    • Mature learners (over 21) with management experience (learners must check with the delivery centre regarding this experience prior to registering for the programme)
    • Adults with lesser qualification but posses years' of experience in public administration will also be considered.
    Assessment and verification

    All units within diploma level 7 qualifications are internally assessed by KIMT and externally verified by OTHM. And modules under top up qualification are internally assessed by London Graduate Schools (LGS) and externally assessed by the university. The qualifications are criterion referenced, based on the achievement of all the specified learning outcomes.
    To achieve a โ€˜passโ€™ for a unit, learners must provide evidence to demonstrate that they have fulfilled all the learning outcomes and meet the standards specified by all assessment criteria. Judgement that the learners have successfully fulfilled the assessment criteria is made by the Assessor.

    Study Method

    The Masterโ€™s in Public Administration isย studied 100% onlineย through theย virtual learning platform with tutor support.

    You will receive excellent support from the academic team, including your programme manager and your supervisor who will be with you every step of the way.

    Course Fees

    Please get in touch with us to get the most up-to-date course fee for this programme.

    Delivery Institution

    This program is delivered by London Graduate School and awarded by University ofย Buckingham, UK.

    Duration

    Overall programmes could be completed in one academic year or may be studied part-time over two terms.