Master of Public Administration in Human Resource Management
A two-year part-time programme blending public management with specialised HRM expertise for professionals in the public sector.
Best for:Best for public sector professionals with a bachelor’s degree seeking to advance their HRM expertise in a public administration context.
Overview
This two-year part-time Master of Public Administration (MPA) programme at the Institute of Public Administration (IPA) focuses on human resource management within the public sector. It integrates core public management subjects with specialised HRM modules, combining taught modules with applied research on HRM issues relevant to students’ working lives. The curriculum is designed for professionals seeking to enhance their HRM skills while maintaining their current employment. The programme features blended learning, including in-person seminars and online sessions, ensuring flexibility for working individuals.
What you'll do
- Study core public management subjects with a focus on HRM principles and practices.
- Engage in applied research on HRM issues relevant to your professional role in the public sector.
- Attend in-person seminars and online sessions to develop HRM expertise and leadership skills.
- Collaborate with peers and faculty on case studies and policy discussions related to public HRM.
- Develop a research project addressing an HRM challenge in your workplace or sector.
Requirements
Degree required: A primary degree (bachelor’s) or equivalent qualification in any discipline.
Degree offered: Master of Public Administration (MPA)
Language: English proficiency (assumed for applicants from English-speaking countries or those with prior English-language education).
Instruction: English
- Professional experience in the public sector or related field (preferred but not strictly required).
- Ability to balance part-time study with full-time employment.
- Basic familiarity with public administration or HRM concepts (advantageous).
- No nationality restrictions; open to international applicants.
- No residency requirements specified.
- No age restrictions mentioned.
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How to apply
Deadline: 2026-08-21
Applicants must submit an online application through the IPA portal. Required documents include a CV, transcripts of undergraduate qualifications, and any additional materials specified in the application form. The application process is completed via a dedicated online form linked directly from the IPA website.
- CV
- Transcripts of undergraduate qualifications
- Application form
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