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Graduate Certificate in Public Administration (Advanced)

  • Graduate Certificate

We are in the process of developing exciting new learning programs at Melbourne School of Government. We are also reviewing and making some adjustments to how we deliver our existing courses and subjects.

Key details

Degree Type
Graduate Certificate
Duration
6 months full-time, 12 months part-time
Course Code
093561G
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
Feb

About this course

We are in the process of developing exciting new learning programs at Melbourne School of Government. We are also reviewing and making some adjustments to how we deliver our existing courses and subjects. As part of this review, we are suspending applications into the Public Administration courses following the Summer 2021 Intake (February).

The Graduate Certificate in Public Administration (Advanced) is a unique, interdisciplinary program designed exclusively for experienced professionals.

You'll develop the skills and competencies to operate in increasingly complex governing environments where challenges cut across disciplinary, organisational, jurisdictional and geographical boundaries. You'll acquire specialist knowledge in your field and learn how to generate bold research and shape public policy.

Study locations

Parkville

What you will learn

The Graduate Certificate in Public Administration (Advanced) is taught by leading experts from across disciplines.

As a student, you'll study four subjects: the compulsory foundational subject 'The World of Public Administration' as well as three core subjects that draw on expertise from a range of disciplines including public administration, public policy, law, management, leadership, international relations, economics, development studies and philosophy.

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Course structure
  • One compulsory subject (12.5 points)
  • Three core subjects (37.5 points)

Total: 50 points

Career pathways

The Graduate Certificate in Public Administration (Advanced) prepares you to take on leadership roles working in and with government.

It's designed for professionals with experience in the public sector who are looking to take on more senior roles in the public service and politics, as well as in bodies that engage with government - like industry bodies, non-governmental organisations and community advocacy groups, both locally and overseas.

You may also be eligible to progress to the Master of Public Administration or the Master of Public Administration (Enhanced).

How to apply

Eligibility
  • Australian or New Zealand citizens
  • Australian permanent residents
  • Australian permanent humanitarian visa holders
Application dates
Begin study in Applications close
2021 Summer Intake (8 February 2021) 21 January 2021

Application outcome

Once you have completed your online application, please forward your email confirmation of submission to law-admissions@unimelb.edu.au so we can follow up on your application.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Business & Management courses at University of Melbourne.
82.5%
Overall satisfaction
84.4%
Skill scale
70.1%
Teaching scale
90.4%
Employed full-time
$120k
Average salary