About the course

Enhance your performance as a manager with advanced knowledge of the theory and strategies behind best practice in public management.

　　With a Master of Public Management you’ll become a more effective public manager and build your ability to influence the strategic and operational direction of public-sector organisations. Learn about governance and public-sector reform, and how to manage budgets, finances, and organisational capital.

　　Gain the knowledge and skills to design and implement innovative and effective programmes and services, including planning, service delivery, and monitoring and evaluation.

　　Our engagement with government agencies will offer you a window into the management processes that influence the strategic and operational direction of public-sector organisations. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 4 Trimester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Trimester 1 (February), 2024	Wellington
Trimester 2 (July), 2024	Wellington
Trimester 1 (February), 2025	Wellington
Trimester 2 (July), 2025	Wellington
Trimester 1 (February), 2026	Wellington
Trimester 2 (July), 2026	Wellington

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Victoria University of Wellington

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with at least two years of relevant work experience. A statement of intent, two reference letters and CV are required.

　　IELTS overall band of 6.5 with no sub-score below 6.0, or n TOEFL 90 on the internet-based test with at least 20 in writing, or n a minimum of two ratings of 5 and two ratings of 4 in the Victoria University English Proficiency Programme test,

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 90.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Victoria University of Wellington. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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World ranking

　　401st / 1250

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