- Fully accredited by MQA as a Level 9 qualification
- Complete the fast-track programme in just 12 months, and start applying your new skills immediately.
- Value for money with flexible payment options
- Practical learning to help apply knowledge in the workplace immediately
- Fully online classes. Study from anywhere to fit your lifestyle.
- Evening class timings. All classes take place after 5pm, to support those already in employment.
Course Description
The Master of Public Administration is designed for current and future managers and leaders from across the civil service and allied sectors. The programme is tailor made for those working within the public sector across all job roles, to develop a strategic-level understanding of the sector and how to enhance the effectiveness of public service. The programme includes core content covering public service delivery and management; public governance, accountability and ethics; public budgeting and finance; as well as a range of optional units related to strategy, HR, operations, people management, economics, decision making, the management of projects, and public policy.
The programme content has been designed to be fully applicable to real world public service delivery and management, though the use of applied case studies, discussions, real world examples, and delivery contextualised specifically for the Maldives and its unique characteristics.
The programme is suitable for those in both operational and managerial roles from across all sectors and departments. Specialist units allow students to combine core public sector concepts with more specialised units applicable to a wide range of job roles. No prior knowledge of public-sector, or business-related functions is required, as each subject area includes foundational concepts relating to the unit of study, focussing on strategic-level application.
The programme is delivered fully online through evening-only classes, making it ideal for practicing professionals looking to take the next step in their careers.
Awarding Body
This qualification is awarded by MAPS College
MNQF Level
Level 9 Masters Degree (View Approval)
Entry Requirements
Applicants who wish to join the Master of Public Administration must meet one of the following criteria:
- Completion of a relevant Bachelors Degree at MNQF Level 7 OR
- Completion of a relevant Graduate Diploma at MNQF Level 8 OR
- 25 years old, completion of a relevant MNQF Level 5 qualification, 7 years of relevant experience (of which 3.5 years of experience is obtained after completion of a Level 5 qualification), and completion of an MQA approved Pre-Master’s Program. OR
- 25 years old, completion of a relevant MNQF Level 6 qualification, 6 years of relevant experience (of which 3 years of experience is obtained after completion of a Level 6 qualification), and completion of an MQA approved Pre-Master’s Program.
Course Structure
- Public Sector Management and Service Delivery
- Public Governance Accountability and Ethics
- Public Budgeting, Finance and Fiscal Policy
- Research Methods
- Dissertation (Public Sector Topic)
- Three units from the following options:
- Public Economics, Market Failure and Government Intervention
- Public Policy Analysis and Evaluation
- Public Policy Design, Instruments and Regulation
- Leadership and Change
- Strategy and Competition
- Advanced Project Planning and Scheduling
- Managing and Developing People
- Operations Management
- Management, Control and Governance of Projects
- Financial Analysis and Decision Making
- Strategic Human Resource Management
- Managerial Economics
- Learning and Development
- Organisational Behaviour and Design
Duration: 1 year
Credits: 120 credits
Intakes: September and April
Mode of Study: Online
Course Assessments
All subjects will be assessed by time constrained written examinations, other than the Research Methods unit, and the Dissertation.
Course Fee and Payment Plan
The total course fee is MVR 49,500/-
Payable in monthly instalments of MVR 3,300 per month for 15 months. Please note that the course duration is 12 months, but course fees are divided over 15 months to support students with smaller monthly payments.
Please see Course Fees and Payment Plan for further information.
Pathway
Students who complete the MAPS College Master of Public Administration may use it as a standalone professional qualification or progress on to a Doctorate degree programme.
How to Apply?
Candidates may apply online or download and complete application, which can be submitted to College Reception on the First Floor of H. Vaifilaa-age, Janavaree Magu. Applicants are requested to read the Terms and Conditions for Studying at MAPS College before applying.
