International Postgraduate Diploma in Public Sector Management
The International Postgraduate Diploma (IPGD) in Public Sector Management is designed to fit around work and personal commitments. World-class teaching is delivered via pre-recorded online lectures to enrich the learning experience. MSBM has perfected the art of delivering practical innovation and development skills. Our practice-based approach focuses on addressing real-world business problems.
We don’t just give you the theory; we ensure you learn how to apply it in your working life immediately, with case studies, webinars, business simulations, and 100% project-based
The International Postgraduate Diploma (IPGD) in Public Sector Management allows you to achieve the qualification in 9 months. It is a fast track to new opportunities and enhanced career prospects.
This programme aims to deliver a practical and realistic solution to a strategic public sector management challenges, which in turn is supported by appropriate reference to theoretical and conceptual analysis.
Course Details
Assessment: Assignments
The objective of the International Postgraduate Diploma (IPGD) in Public Sector Management qualification is to prepare students to shape and deliver the public services of the future and move into more strategic roles in a wide range of organisations.
This qualification reflects current practices in public Administration and allows learners to develop and expand their high-level understanding of public and public sector issues.
Leadership and Management in Public Administration: Navigating the complexities of public service with effective leadership and management strategies.
Reforms and Innovation in Public Services: Driving change and efficiency through progressive reforms and innovative approaches in public service delivery.
Analysis and Theory in Politics and Policy: Understanding the intricacies of political dynamics and policy development through rigorous analysis and theoretical frameworks.
Public Finance Management: Ensuring fiscal responsibility and accountability through strategic management of public finances.
Project Management in Public Administration: Executing public initiatives efficiently and effectively through structured project management methodologies.
Advanced Approaches to Research Methodology: Elevating research practices with sophisticated methodologies to address complex challenges in public administration.
Assessment: Graduation Project (GP)
After completing the coursework, students must complete a graduation project (GP) integrating knowledge from all modules. This project assesses their ability to apply current practices in media and entertainment and solidifies their comprehensive understanding of the field.
Programme Structure and Credits:
This programme comprises six modules with 30 ECTS and 1 GP of 30 ECTS.
Accreditation
All MSBM courses are accredited by the relevant partners and awarding bodies. Please refer to MSBM accreditation in about us for more details.
University Progression
University Top-upOn completion of this course, students have the opportunity to complete a Master degree programme from Partner University. The top-up programme can be studied online or on campus. The top-up comprises the final 60 credits which consist of either a dissertation or a dissertation and one module.
(The course tuition fee listed above does NOT include the top-up fee)
University Progression
Click here to see University routes and fee information for progression.
Entry Requirements
For entry onto the International Postgraduate Diploma (IPGD) in Media and Entertainment qualification, learners must possess:
- An honours degree in a related subject or the UK level 6 diploma or equivalent overseas qualification, i.e. Bachelors Degree or Higher National Diploma.
OR
- Mature learners (over 25) with at least five years of management experience if they do not possess the above qualification (this is reviewed on a case-by-case basis).
Course Modules
This module provides the most critical information about the study course and assignment submission.
The aim of this unit is to equip learners with key concepts, issues and challenges that a public sector Organisation might face in the 21st Century. Exploring how managers develop their management and leadership skills to manage stakeholders, organisational change and complex decision making. Learners will develop skills and knowledge to enhance their leadership competencies, analyse leadership theories and enhance their decision-making abilities to enable them to work more effectively in the public sector organisation.
This unit will support learners develop their innovative managing and leadership skills to develop innovation for public service reform. Learners will develop skills and critically analyse strategies to manage change, innovation, issues and challenges for the public sector reform.
The aim of this unit is to equip learners with the knowledge and skills of how public finance management rules, laws and regulations help leaders to evaluate and assess expenditure, income and budget for public sector organisations. Learners will be able to gain an understanding of different theories, conduct comparative analysis across different economics around the world, understand governance issues and evaluate key financial concepts to develop their conceptual framework to work effectively in managing public finance.
Public sector projects have a great impact on society and the economy. It is a challenging part of the public administrators and managers jobs to administer, manage and lead high-value projects and optimise project outcomes. In this unit, learners will learn how to evaluate the effectiveness of the project to create public value. Learners will explore how to conduct feasibility studies of the project; plan, initiate, control, monitor and review by acquiring both practical and theoretical skills to manage a successful public project.
The unit aims to equip learners with the practical, technical, and methodological skills required to conduct independent research for their research project in the domain of public administration and management broadly defined. It recognises that conducting research requires the development of specific and generic research skills, including understanding the research design process, understanding different techniques for conducting research in business and management studies, and appreciating the ethical and social implications of undertaking high-value research. This unit will enable learners to develop a critical awareness of key research skills as researchers and/or independent practitioners.
Workshops
This is a self-study programme with unlimited tutor support. You will never be more than a message or phone call away from our tutors.
Workshops are conducted by live webinars for online students.
Classroom workshops are available if there is a local branch in your country. Speak to our course advisors on this subject.
Visa Requirements
There is no Visa requirement for this programme.