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Public Administration (Human Resources) at University of Birmingham - UCAS

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Course summary

Advance your leadership in public administration with a focus on human resources. Experience global insights and hands-on learning through expert guidance and international study visits, addressing management challenges across diverse public sector environments. Our MPA in Public Administration (Human Resources) empowers you with vital leadership and strategic skills, preparing you to lead transformative changes in global public sectors and forge a dynamic future in governmental and international settings. Why study this course at the University of Birmingham? Tailored for those passionate about public sector management, you'll benefit from a flexible curriculum featuring diverse optional modules, and engage in practical, theoretically-informed strategies through case study approaches to foster global perspectives. Join a vibrant international student community, supported by our extensive academic networks, and enhance your expertise in ethical leadership and sustainable management. Start shaping impactful public service today.

  • Develop a global approach by analysing global trends in public administration and HRM with international case studies.
  • Use diagnostic case studies to build practical, theoretically-informed strategies.
  • Take your career to the next level. Ideal for public sector professionals or those aspiring to work in public services with a particular interest in Human Resource Management.
  • Broaden your learning horizons with the possibility to choose from a wide range of optional modules and participate in international study visits.
Career opportunities Prepare for impactful roles in the public sector with our internationally oriented programme, designed for those passionate about HR management and development in public, state, or NGO sectors. You’ll be exploring global trends, leadership strategies, and organisational culture dynamics. Through practical case studies and diverse optional modules, you'll graduate fully equipped and confident to lead in influential positions within government and international structures.

Modules

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Entry requirements

An upper second-class Honours degree or equivalent from an approved university or an equivalent professional qualification in a relevant field (the equivalent US Grade Point Average is 3.0) or A lower second-class Honours degree from an approved university with excellent work experience. Adequate capacity in written and spoken English. Degrees from all disciplines are considered and a candidate's work experience can also be taken into consideration.


Fees and funding

Tuition fees

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Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

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Public Administration (Human Resources) at University of Birmingham - UCAS