Master of Public Policy and Leadership
Program code
5762
Available at
Nathan
Gold Coast
Mount Gravatt
Logan
South Bank
Online
Offshore
Other
Duration
1 to 2 years full-time
2 to 4 years part-time
Credit points
160
Indicative fee
About this program
This program provides the personal and professional skills to establish or advance your career as a change maker in design, implementation, evaluation and administration of government and public decision-making, either as a public sector leader or as a policy leader in the business or not-for-profit sectors (including in government relations).
Experts from across the Griffith Business School and wider University teach into the program, led by cutting-edge researchers and experienced practitioners in Government and International Relations. Core courses help participants understand and embrace the challenges of public service leadership at personal, community and global levels. The Majors offer specialisations tailored to the varying backgrounds and career goals of current and future professionals - from policy analysis and impact, to management and administration, regulation and integrity, and strategy and change.
A public policy or administration qualification is globally recognised and this program is designed to fit your busy personal schedules and unique professional aspirations.
This program includes work experience and research dissertation options. The dissertation can provide a pathway to a higher degree by research for candidates with the qualifying Grade Point Average (GPA).
| Code | Program title | Campus | Intake |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3210 | Graduate Certificate in Policy Analysis | Online, South Bank | Trimester 1 and Trimester 2 |
| 5580 | Master of Public Administration | Online | Trimester 1 and Trimester 2 |
| 4200 | Graduate Diploma of Public Administration | Online | Exit point only |
| 3405 | Graduate Certificate in Public Policy | Online | Exit point only |
| 5762 | Master of Public Policy and Leadership (this program) | Online | Trimester 1 and Trimester 2 |
Note: Progression is dependent upon satisfying admission requirements.
Attendance information
The Master of Public Policy and Leadership program is offered online. Some courses will include optional in-person workshops and discussions. Students will access course materials, participate in learning activities, lodge assessment items and access support services via Learning@Griffith. Access to a reliable computer with internet connection is essential.
My career opportunities
Existing Policy Analysis and Public Administration graduates can be found in a wide variety of occupations at all levels of federal, state and local public service, including rising and senior public managers, specialist political and policy advisers, and policy specialist and government relations roles in business and non-government organisations. Employers include government departments, statutory authorities, industry associations, lobby groups, community groups, think tanks, consulting firms, private industry and international government and non-government organisations.
Pathways to further study
Completion of the Dissertation pathway in the Master of Public Policy and Leadership program may provide a pathway to Higher Degree by Research (HDR) study.
Additional fee information
Throughout your program you may be required to pay for the following items:
Expenses associated with field trips and placements.