Graduate Certificate in Public Administration

Fascinated by how the world works? In this course, you will analyse the role and structure of governments throughout the world.

You'll also explore the latest trends and developments in public administration, public sector management, policy research and evaluation, financial budgeting and management in both developed and developing countries.

You'll develop a deeper understanding of public sector administration and public policy, so you can explain and analyse the unique set of challenges that governments face with public policy, public sector administration and management.

3 reasons to study a Graduate Certificate in Public Administration at Murdoch

1. This course is unique to Murdoch and not offered anywhere else in WA.
2. This course has been developed in consultation through our partnerships with local, state and federal government agencies, including the Public Sector Commission and the Institute of Public Administration Australia (IPAA).
3. You'll be taught by leading academics who have worked in government, the public sector and the not for profit sector.

Develop your skills

Build essential skills and knowledge to meet your career or study goals. Topics you'll cover include:

• Comparative governance and public administration
• Public sector management
• Policy research and evaluation
• Financial administration and budgeting

Your future career

Whether you are pursuing a new career in the government or public sector, or are currently working within it, this course will give you additional knowledge and skills in public administration and evaluation to take your career to the next level. This course could also be a pathway to study at a Master level.

You could find work in the government and public sector, the not-for-profit sector and in business. Careers could include:

• Policy Officer
• Policy Evaluation Officer
• Strategic and Implementation Officer
• Public Sector Manager
• Public Sector Liaison Manager

Your document checklist

Ready to apply? Before you start, make sure you have all the following documentation ready for a quick application.

Compulsory documents

Evidence that you meet Academic entry and English language requirements such as:

• Official Academic Transcripts and Certificates of Completion (of your highest academic study)
• Evidence of meeting the minimum English language requirements

Recommended documents (if applicable)

1. Change of name documentation
2. Marriage certificate
3. Unit outlines if applying for Advanced Standing