Tuition Fee
Start Date
Medium of studying
Duration
12 months
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Diploma
Major
Public Administration | Public Policy Studies
Area of study
Social Sciences
Timing
Part time
Course Language
English
About Program
Program Overview
Murdoch University's Graduate Certificate in Public Administration equips students with the skills and knowledge to pursue careers in public policy, management, and administration. The program analyzes the role of governments, explores trends in public administration, and develops students' understanding of public policy and sector administration. Developed in collaboration with government agencies, the program is taught by experts with industry experience.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Graduate Certificate in Public Administration is a part-time program offered by Murdoch University in Western Australia. It is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to pursue a career in public policy, management, and administration. The program is unique to Murdoch and not offered anywhere else in Western Australia.
Objectives:
The program aims to:
- Analyze the role and structure of governments throughout the world.
- Explore the latest trends and developments in public administration, public sector management, policy research and evaluation, financial budgeting and management in both developed and developing countries.
- Develop a deeper understanding of public sector administration and public policy, enabling students to explain and analyze the challenges governments face with public policy, public sector administration, and management.
Other:
- The program has been developed in consultation with local, state, and federal government agencies, including the Public Sector Commission and the Institute of Public Administration Australia (IPAA).
- Students will be taught by leading academics who have worked in government, the public sector, and the not-for-profit sector.
Outline:
Total Credit Points:
12
Required Units:
- GOV515 Public Sector Management (6 credit points): This unit explores the principles and practices of public sector management, including organizational structures, leadership, performance management, and policy implementation.
- GOV613 Public Policy Perspectives (6 credit points): This unit examines the theoretical frameworks and practical approaches to public policy analysis, including policy formulation, evaluation, and implementation.
Careers:
The Graduate Certificate in Public Administration can lead to a variety of career paths in the government and public sector, the not-for-profit sector, and in business. Potential career options include:
- Policy Officer
- Policy Evaluation Officer
- Strategic and Implementation Officer
- Public Sector Manager
- Public Sector Liaison Manager
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Admission Requirements
Entry Requirements:
- Murdoch Institute of Technology (MIT) courses:
- Successful completion of one of the following:
- Murdoch University Preparation Course with a minimum of 50% in every subject
- MUPC (1 Trimester)
- Foundation Studies Course with a minimum of 50% in every subject.
- University study:
- Successful completion of 2 units at an Australian University or Open Universities Australia (OUA).
- Enabling courses (after Year 12):
- Successful completion of one of the following:
- OnTrack Flex, OnTrack Sprint or K-Track at Murdoch University.
- Murdoch FlexiTrack High program in Year 12.
- TLC – Learning for Tomorrow in Year 12.
- International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma:
- Total score of 24 or higher.
- Higher level (HL): 3 or better.
- Standard Level (SL): 4 or better.
- Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only)
- Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years of studies at TAFE or an RTO (Domestic Applicants Only).
- GCE A Levels:
- Aggregate of 6 points from:
- A maximum of the best three A-level subjects; OR
- A combination of A-level and AS-level subjects
- At least two A-level subjects are included in the calculation
- AS-level subject attempted at A-level is not eligible to be included
- A-level grades (A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1)
- AS-level grades (A=2.5, B=2, C=1.5, D=1, E=0.5)
- A Levels: D in one of the following:
- English Language
- English Literature
- Knowledge and Inquiry.
- AS Level: C in one of the following:
- English Language
- English Literature
- Knowledge and Inquiry
- Western Australian Universities Foundation Program (WAUFP):
- CPS 54 or higher.
- 50% in English Language and Australian Cultural Studies (ELACS).
- Successful completion of a Certificate IV or higher.
- Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only)
- Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years of studies at TAFE or an RTO (Domestic Applicants Only).
- Scaled mark of 50 or higher in one of the following:
- English ATAR
- Literature ATAR
- English as an Additional Dialect (EALD) ATAR
- Or a STAT Written English score of 140 or higher.
- Extenuating circumstances:
- Case-by-case assessment.
- Overseas Year 12:
- Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE):
- Overall Position (OP) of 13 or lower.
- Sound Achievement (4) or better in a Queensland Studies Authority approved subject of one of the following:
- English
- English Extension (Literature)
- English for ESL Learners.
- Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only)
- Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years of studies at TAFE or an RTO (Domestic Applicants Only).
- Minimum Selection Rank (WA/ACT/NSW/NT/SA/TAS/VIC):
- 70
- Scaled mark of 50 or higher in one of the following (or interstate equivalent):
- English ATAR
- Literature ATAR
- English as an Additional Dialect (EALD) ATAR
- Or a STAT Written English score of 140 or higher.
- Or evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic applicants only).
- Diploma or Advanced Diploma AQF level 5-6:
- Successful completion of a Diploma or Advanced Diploma.
- Certificate IV AQF level 4:
- Successful completion of a Certificate IV.
- Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only), OR
- Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years of studies at TAFE or an RTO (Domestic Applicants Only), OR
- STAT Written English score of 140 or higher (145 if prior to May 2010).
- Mature Age Pathway (MAP):
- MAP involves an interview and a portfolio submission to be assessed by the Academic Chair of the course. Admission is based on relevant work and life experience. Applicants must also meet the English Language Competency requirements for the course.
- Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only).
- Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years of studies at TAFE or an RTO (Domestic Applicants Only).
- Must be met according to the respective courses standard ELC requirements, STAT Written English 140, etc.
- Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT):
- Multiple Choice score of 135 (145 if taken prior to May 2010).
- Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only).
- Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years of studies at TAFE or an RTO (Domestic Applicants Only).
- **An undergraduate degree in any subject.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
- English Requirements: You must meet a minimum standard in English to study at Murdoch, which for most courses can be demonstrated by providing evidence that you have completed Year 11 and 12 in Australia at any level if you are a domestic student, or through either English proficiency tests, university preparation courses, English language courses, previous tertiary study or vocational education.
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