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Master of Public Policy and Management (344AB)
Masters (Coursework)Year: 2018 Delivered: On Campus (Parkville)
About this course
- Overview
- Entry and participation requirements
- Attributes, outcomes and skills
- Course structure
- Majors, minors and specialisations
- Further study
Contact
Coordinator
Dr Scott Brenton
MPPM-Director@unimelb.edu.au
Currently enrolled students:
- Contact Stop 1
- General information: https://ask.unimelb.edu.au
Future students:
- Further information: http://graduate.arts.unimelb.edu.au/
- Contact: 'Make an enquiry' at http://graduate.arts.unimelb.edu.au/study/degrees/master-of-public-policy-and-management/overview#enquiry-form
Director
Scott Brenton
Overview
Award title | Master of Public Policy and Management |
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Year & campus | 2018 — Parkville |
CRICOS code | 020385A |
Fees information | Subject EFTSL, level, discipline and census date |
Study level & type | Graduate Coursework |
AQF level | 9 |
Credit points | 200 credit points |
Duration | 24 months full-time or 48 months part-time |
The Master of Public Policy and Management is the premier public policy program in Australia. For more than 30 years it has prepared students for leadership roles in Australia and internationally. It is designed for current and aspiring public, private and community sector leaders and managers, who seek to develop their public policy expertise. The program draws upon the expertise of academics and practitioners engaged in researching and practising public policy and management.
Links to further information
Entry requirements
1. In order to be considered for entry, applicants must have completed:
- an undergraduate degree in any discipline, with a weighted average mark of at least H2B (70%), or equivalent.
Meeting this requirements does not guarantee selection.
2. In ranking applications, the Selection Committee will consider:
- prior academic performance; and
- relevance of previous studies; and, if relevant
- the professional experience.
3. The Selection Committee may seek further information to clarify any aspect of an application in accordance with the Academic Board rules on the use of selection instruments.
4. Applicants are required to satisfy the university’s English language requirements for graduate courses. For those applicants seeking to meet these requirements by one of the standard tests approved by the Academic Board, performance band 6.5 is required.
Applicants with the following may be awarded up to 50 points of credit:
- An undergraduate degree in a cognate discipline with a weighted average mark of at least H2B (70%), or equivalent; or
- An undergraduate degree in any discipline with a weighted average mark of at least H2B (70%) or equivalent, and at least one year of documented, relevant work experience
Applicants with the following may be awarded up to 100 points of credit:
- an honours degree in a cognate discipline, with a weighted average mark of at least H2B (70%), or equivalent; or
- an undergraduate degree in a cognate discipline, with a weighted average mark of at least H2B (70%), or equivalent, and two years of documented, relevant work experience.
Applicants seeking credit for relevant work experience must document their experience with a brief curriculum vitae detailing the experience, contact details of two referees who can confirm the authenticity and nature of the experience claimed, and a covering letter that explains how the experience is relevant to the program and prepares them for it.
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
For the purposes of considering requests for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Cwth 2005), and Students Experiencing Academic Disadvantage Policy, academic requirements for this course are articulated in the Course Description, Course Objectives and Generic Skills of this entry.
The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the disability support scheme can be found at the Disability Liaison Unit website: http://www.services.unimelb.edu.au/disability/
Intended learning outcomes
Students who complete the Master of Public Policy and Management should:
- Understand the dilemmas posed by the interdependence, diversity and dynamics of global, national and local institutions and actors and appreciate the potential and limits of public policy action;
- Become familiar with the key theoretical and analytical perspectives and debates in public policy, governance and management;
- Gain broad and deep knowledge of the institutions, actors, processes and practices of contemporary government and policy making;
- Develop high level analytic skills to meet the demands of complex contemporary public policy making and an ability to locate the evidential and other resources needed to apply these skills;
- Acquire a critical appreciation of the role of leadership (and followership) in policy making and public service delivery; and
- Develop advanced management skills appropriate to complex public service systems.
Generic skills
On completion of this subject, students should have:
- problem solving skills which are pragmatically focused and are linked to evidence-based thought and argument;
- collaborative skills through working with fellow students to address contemporary policy challenges;
- effective written communication and advocacy skills to effectively argue and promote policy;
- ability to effectively identify, gather and synthesise supporting evidence and data; and
- effective planning and organisational skills to prioritise complex tasks within deadlines
Graduate attributes
Academic Distinction
- An extensive knowledge of the various disciplinary foundations of public policy making and their relationship to a range of contemporary policy environments and challenges;
- The ability to use these foundations and frameworks to examine policy challenges and develop and manage policy solutions in a pragmatic yet innovative way;
- The strategic use of evidence-based research and analysis to develop and articulate a clear case for policy change and/or innovation.
Active Citizenship
- An ability to use public policy making in strategic ways to address and lead on challenging and complex policy problems and issues;
- An understanding of the importance of collaboration in effective public policy making and the capacity to work with others to develop compelling policy solutions.
Integrity and Self-Awareness
- The ability of think and act independently while being open to and drawing upon alternative views and frameworks;
- A strong commitment to ethical, evidence-based thinking and solutions, as well as mutual trust and respect for those working with you to achieve collaborative solutions;
- An understanding that contemporary public policy problem solving requires a persistent and passionate commitment to challenge existing frameworks and develop new knowledge.
Course structure
200 point program
Duration: 2 years full-time/up to 4 years part-time
- four compulsory subjects (100 points)
- two core subjects (25 points)
and
Coursework Option
- elective subjects (75 points)
or
Minor Thesis Option
- minor thesis parts 1 and 2 (37.5 points total)
- POLS40013 Social Sciences Research Seminar (12.5 points)
- elective subjects (25 points)
150 point program
Duration: 1.5 years full-time/up to 3 years part-time.
- three compulsory subjects (75 points)
and
Coursework Option
- elective subjects (75 points)
or
Minor Thesis Option
- minor thesis parts 1 and 2 (37.5 points total)
- POLS40013 Social Sciences Research Seminar (12.5 points)
- elective subjects (25 points)
100 point program
Duration: 1 year full-time/up to 2 years part-time.
- two compulsory subjects (50 points)
and
Coursework Option
- elective subjects (50 points)
or
Minor Thesis Option
- minor thesis parts 1 and 2 (37.5 points total)
- POLS40013 Social Sciences Research Seminar (12.5 points)
Capstone Requirement
All students are required to complete the Capstone Requirement for the program (at least 25 points). Students must complete one capstone option:
Capstone Stream 1: PPMN90039 Executive Internship
Purpose: An opportunity to apply knowledge and skills in policy making to solve problems that arise in professional contexts and develop an integrated understanding of research and practice
Capstone Stream 2: PPMN90049 Public/Social Policy Thesis Part 1 and PPMN90050 Public/Social Policy Thesis Part 2 (37.5 points total)
Purpose: An opportunity to integrate knowledge and research skills to address a research question; Pathway to the PhD
Capstone Stream 3: PPMN90006 Public Management
Purpose: An opportunity to integrate knowledge and skills in public management to a practical management problem through a sustained piece of applied scholarship
Capstone Stream 4: PPMN90007 Policy Design and Implementation
Purpose: An opportunity to apply knowledge and skills in policy design to a practical policy problem through a sustained piece of applied scholarship
For policies that govern this degree, see Academic Services Policy in the University Melbourne Policy Framework.
Majors, minors & specialisations
Name | Credit Points |
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200 Point Master of Public Policy and Management | |
150 Point Master of Public Policy and Management | |
100 Point Master of Public Policy and Management |
Further study
Students who complete the thesis option may be eligible for entry into the PhD.
Last updated: 19 May 2024