UWA Handbooks 2012 - Courses

Course overviews

Executive Master of Public Administration (coursework) (20590)


The information contained in this course overview is intended only as a guide and is not part of the rules for this course. For further information (including links to unit details) consult the rules for this course and the Student Rules.

Course typeMaster's degree by coursework only
StatusCurrent
Intake periodsBeginning of year only
DescriptionThis course is designed to meet the needs of high-potential employees within the Australian and New Zealand public services and government-related sectors. The EMPA aims to enhance the breadth and depth of policy and management skills of students, and provide graduates with the tools and frameworks needed to be clear about the value they deliver.
Admission requirementsA bachelor's degree in a relevant subject area with first or upper second class honours; or a graduate diploma in public administration completed at a sufficiently high standard from a recognised institution; or a bachelor's degree in a relevant subject area and substantial relevant professional experience
Administered byFaculty of Law
Jointly withCurtin University of Technology

COURSE DETAILS

Minimum credit points required60
StructureComprises eight core units and two elective units selected from a list of options
Available to international
students
No
Attendance typeFull- or part-time
Delivery modeInternal
Standard full-time completion1.5 years
Standard part-time completionUp to 4 years
Locations offeredUWA (Crawley)
Domestic fee typeNot applicable
Course CoordinatorDirector of Postgraduate Studies

FOR MORE INFORMATION

ContactFaculty Administrative Officer
6488 2961
law-fao@law.uwa.edu.au
NoteThis course is only available to students nominated by the Department of Premier and Cabinet and approved by the Australia and New Zealand School of Government. Applications direct to the University are not accepted. The course is subject to final approval.