Griffith University

Master of Public Administration

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

This program provides the necessary breadth and depth of public management skills to advance your career both within the public sector and in the increasingly important area of the private-public sector interface.

Experts from across the Griffith Business School teach into the program, drawing on a wide-range of discipline knowledge applied to both business and government contexts. The teaching team consists of academics with experience working in a variety of governmental roles and those at the cutting edge of public sector research and analysis.

A public administration qualification is globally recognised and this program is designed to fit around your busy professional and personal schedules.

This program includes a dissertation option. The dissertation can provide a pathway to a higher degree by research for candidates with the qualifying Grade Point Average (GPA).

Delivery mode

Griffith University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Online

Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.


Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Hold a related Bachelor degree (or higher) from a recognised University (or another tertiary education institution of equivalent standing) with a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 4.5 (using a 7.0 scale), OR

Hold a Griffith Graduate Certificate in Policy Analysis (or equivalent) with a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 4.5 (using a 7.0 scale). Students with a Griffith Graduate Certificate in Policy Analysis will receive 40 credit points of advanced standing, OR

Hold a Griffith Graduate Certificate in Integrity and Anti-Corruption (or equivalent) with a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 4.5 (using a 7.0 scale). Students with a Griffith Graduate Certificate in Integrity and Anti-Corruption will receive 40 credit points of advanced standing, OR

Have a combination of alternative admission criteria such as formal, informal and non-formal learning deemed to be equivalent to one of the above.

Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $41,250 $51,000 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$41,250
Standard Tuition:
$51,000
Full Fee Tuition:
$41,250
Full Fee Tuition:
$51,000
Enquire with Griffith University to find out more.
Study mode Online
Duration 18 Months
Estimated fee* $0 - $41,250 $51,000 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Master of Public Administration will prepare you for the following roles.

About Griffith University

Since 1975, our teaching and research have been focused on addressing the most important social and environmental issues of our time. Today, that mission is as relevant as ever.

Social and environmental responsibility drive everything we do, from pioneering teaching in modern Asian studies and environmental science to our long-time support for First Peoples, social justice and sustainable practices.

Consistently ranking in the top 2 per cent of universities globally, our degrees are designed with industry in mind, the future in our sights, and social impact at heart.

With more than 55,000 students, our community spans five campuses across South East Queensland plus our Digital campus, complemented by a global alumni network of over 200,000 graduates.

We know the world can, and should, be a better place—for everyone. And in helping thousands of different people create a brighter future for themselves, we're doing our part to create a brighter future for all.