Overview

The Public Administration (Online) at the University of Victoria is a comprehensive master's degree designed for active professionals seeking to advance their leadership careers in the public and non-profit sectors. This course-based programme allows students to maintain their professional commitments while gaining advanced expertise in governance and policy. By completing two courses per term, students can earn their degree in under two years.

Why Public Administration (Online) at the University of Victoria?

The University of Victoria offers a distinctive learning environment through its School of Public Administration, situated within the Faculty of Social Sciences. This programme is specifically tailored for those with at least three years of professional experience in public or non-profit sectors, fostering a peer group of experienced practitioners. The online delivery model provides the flexibility needed to balance academic rigour with full-time employment.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: CAD 2801 per semester
National fee: CAD 2221 per semester

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Syllabus

The curriculum covers essential aspects of public management and policy analysis. Modules may include:

Governance
Policy Analysis
Public Management
Economics
Finance
Human Resources
Communications
Research Methods

Careers with Public Administration (Online)

Graduates of this programme are prepared for senior leadership roles across various levels of government and non-governmental organisations. The focus on policy analysis and public management equips students for careers as policy advisors, programme managers, and executive directors. By enhancing their expertise in finance, human resources, and governance, students are well-positioned for advancement within the public sector.

Programme Structure

To obtain additional information about the program, we kindly suggest that you visit the programme website, where you can find further details and relevant resources.

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 20 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-31 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Victoria, Canada

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Names and email addresses of at least two academic referees. They may also submit a letter with the assessment to strengthen your application. If it has been over five years since you last attended a post-secondary institution, you may include three professional references from work-related supervisors instead of academic referees. Professional references will be required to submit a letter only and will not be asked to submit an assessment report.
Official copies of all post-secondary transcripts.
A letter of intent describing why you are seeking an MPA and how the degree relates to your career plans, personal values and goal.
A professional résumé.
If you do not have a Canadian undergraduate degree, you will need to write and submit your official GMAT (Graduate Management Aptitude Test) scores.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

5602 CAD / year

≈ 5602 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

4442 CAD / year

≈ 4442 CAD / year

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Public Administration (Online).

Available Scholarships

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