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MSc (PGDip, PGCert) Public Management and Leadership Blended

Start date
September
Duration
2 years part time
Course Type
Postgraduate, Taught
Fees

For 2024-2025
UK and International

MSc  £6,300 (yr. 1 and 2)
PGDip £4,200  (yr. 1 and 2)
PG Cert £4,200

This programme has been developed in exclusive partnership with SOLACE, the representative body for Chief Executives and senior managers working in the UK.

This programme will provide you with the knowledge, skills and competencies needed to thrive within the dynamic and challenging contemporary public sector environment. 

It is designed for people currently working, or aspiring to work, in the public sector, and will equip you with the necessary knowledge, skills and competencies necessary to become a dynamic and effective public sector leader.

In the School of Government we offer much more than a degree. As a student here you have the opportunity to take part in a wide range of events, with some or all of the costs paid for by the School.

This part-time programme will be delivered delivered through a mix of online and face to face content. There is also a research based dissertation. 

Why study this course?

  • You will develop the knowledge and skills you need to address leadership challenges in an uncertain and changing fiscal and political environment, helping to bolster your career prospects and opportunities for promotion.
  • You will be able to identify and evaluate the commercial opportunities in the public sector with consideration for your own service.
  • You will be able to respond to a raft of performance challenges facing your organisation through the strategic application of theories, concepts, and frameworks.

Who is the programme for?

The programme is designed for people currently working, or aspiring to work, in the public sector, and will equip you with the necessary knowledge, skills and competencies necessary to become a dynamic and effective public sector leader.

Modules

Unless indicated otherwise the modules listed for this programme are for students starting in 2024.

Compulsory modules

  • Public Management and Governance (20 Credits)
  • Public Leadership (20 Credits)
  • Performance, Strategy and Challenge (20 Credits)
  • Public Policy and Evidence (20 Credits)
  • Commercialisation of Public Services (20 Credits)
  • Digital Era Public Policy (20 Credits)
  • Dissertation (60 Credits)

Please note: The modules listed on the website for this programme are regularly reviewed to ensure they are up-to-date and informed by the latest research and teaching methods. On rare occasions, we may need to make unexpected changes to compulsory modules; in this event we will contact offer holders as soon as possible to inform or consult them as appropriate.

Fees

Fees 2024 - 2025

UK and International
853C - MSc  £6,300 (yr. 1 and 2)
854C - PGDip £4,200  (yr. 1 and 2)
856C - PG Cert £4,200

Please check with the Department for the latest fees information.

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Scholarships and studentships

Scholarships may be available. For further information contact the School directly or visit studenthelp.bham.ac.uk 

How To Apply

7 May 2024 is the application deadline for international students applying through the student route who wish to study in the United Kingdom. We are not able to consider applications for 2024 made after this date. The deadline for Home students is 30 August 2024.

Application Fee

For international applicants this programme is subject to a £50 non-refundable application fee. At the end of the application form, before you can submit it to us, you will be required to pay, or indicate how you will pay the required fee in order for us to process your application. Please complete and submit your application before paying your application fee.

Personal Statement

Entry to this programme is highly competitive and as a result your application and personal statement will be closely scrutinised by our Admissions Tutors. Please ensure that you spend some time familiarising yourself with the programme modules and outcomes. Personal Statements should be relevant to the programme and how you believe it will enable you to achieve your career goals.

How to apply

To apply for a postgraduate taught programme, you will need to submit your application and supporting documents online. We have put together some helpful information on the taught programme application process and supporting documents on our how to apply page. Please read this information carefully before completing your application.

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Our Standard Requirements

Students should normally have at least an upper second class (2.1) degree from a UK university or equivalent in any subject. However professional qualifications and relevant experience will be considered where relevant.

Students with the level 7 ILM qualification in Leadership and Management will enter the programme with 40 credits. The ILM qualification has been deemed equivalent to two core modules on this programme: Leadership in Public Services and Performance Strategy and Challenge. If your ILM qualification is more than five years old please contact the admissions tutor prior to making an application. 

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International Requirements



International Students

You can satisfy our English language requirements in two ways:


  • IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band
  • TOEFL: 88 overall with no less than 21 in Reading, 20 in Listening, 22 in Speaking and 21 in Writing
  • Pearson Test of English (PTE) including online: PTE Academic 67 with no less than 64 in all four skills
  • Cambridge English (exams taken from 2015): Advanced – minimum overall score of 176, with no less than 169 in any component

Assessment Methods

Typically modules are assessed through a variety of essay-based and task-orientated assignments. Each module will include at least one or more assignments, equivalent to a total of 4000 words per module. From the outset, we will provide you with clear guidance on assessed work, the marking criteria and deadlines. You will also receive personalised tutorial support throughout the programme to help you get the most out of your studies with us. At Masters level you will be expected to do an extended research project (a dissertation) of between 10,000-12,000 words and this can be linked to activities in your workplace. You will be assigned a dedicated supervisor to help guide you through the process of designing, researching and writing your dissertation. 

 

Careers

The programme has been developed in exclusive partnership with SOLACE, the representative body for Chief Executives and senior managers working in the UK. This reiterates our commitment to teaching content that is highly relevant, applicable and useful for people working in the public sector.