Overview

The Public Management (January) degree from University of Birmingham will position you at the forefront of public service innovation, empowering you to shape policies, drive positive change, and lead with confidence in dynamic environments locally, nationally, and globally.

Course highlights

Develop vital research skills with support from expert faculty in a flexible, inclusive learning environment conducive to career growth in national and international public sectors. Join them to shape policies, drive change, and lead confidently in today's dynamic public service landscape.

Develop expertise in governance and public sector challenges for impactful career advancement.

Gain insights into local, regional, national, and international public sector dynamics.

Ideal for experienced practitioners and newcomers seeking career progression or transition within public service and related sectors.

Enhance leadership skills and confidence through comparative learning contexts.

Career opportunities

Prepare for influential roles in public management with this course. Gain a deep understanding of governance, performance improvement, and public service coordination across global, national, and local contexts. Ideal for experienced practitioners and aspiring public sector leaders, our comparative approach equips you with essential skills and insights to navigate diverse challenges and drive meaningful change in governmental and related sectors, both domestically and internationally.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Performance, Strategy and Challenge

Public Leadership

Public Policy and Evidence

Public Management and Governance

Comparative Public Management

Public Sector Economics

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

88

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PTE Academic

67

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Birmingham, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Management Studies Public Administration View 911 other Masters in Management Studies in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

88

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PTE Academic

67

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IELTS

6.5

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General requirements

Holders of a good Kandidatexamen (Bachelors degree) or Yrkesexamen (Professional Bachelors degree) from a recognised Swedish Higher Education institution with the majority of subjects with a grade of VG (Val godkänd) for 2:1 equivalency, or G (godkänd) for 2:2 equivalency, will be considered for entry to taught postgraduate programmes.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

30420 GBP / year

≈ 30420 GBP / year
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Citizens or residents

13500 GBP / year

≈ 13500 GBP / year

Living costs

Birmingham

United Kingdom

765 - 1134 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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