Public Administration (Online)

Overview

In this Public Administration (Online) programme from the University of York you will learn how to analyse complex public management problems and lead change effectively while you develop your ability to manage through networks and partnerships. 

Upon graduation, you will be well placed to shape and deliver the public services of the future, and move into more strategic roles in a wide range of public, non-profit and third sector organisations.

Flexible learning in a global community

By studying this online Masters you will join a global learning community with peers working in similar organisations around the world, providing an opportunity to learn from diverse perspectives and make valuable additions to your global professional network.  

The flexible design of the programme means that you can access programme content at any time and study around your work, family and private commitments. Because the online Master of Public Administration is delivered entirely online, you can study and complete it from anywhere in the world, without ever needing to visit campus.

You will learn from a highly experienced team with a global reputation for its teaching and research. The Department has received global recognition, including in 2021 when the University of York was ranked 22nd in the world for social policy and administration in the QS World University rankings.

Advancing your career

This programme is aimed at ambitious professionals working in the public or non-profit sector who aim to further develop their knowledge and skills in the field of public administration and public policy. It is also well-suited to those in private sector roles with a link to public policy and public management. The knowledge and skills that you will gain – in combination with a qualification from a prestigious Russell Group university – will help enable you to move into public service roles with higher degrees of leadership responsibility and strategic impact.

York MPA graduates go on to a wide range of roles, including in government, international NGOs and charities, the NHS, leading consultancies and accountancy firms, universities, banks, and the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.