Murdoch University
Master of Public Policy and Management
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationPolicy-making aims to address social, environmental and economic issues that impact society. The Master of Public Policy and Management enables you to make a contribution to many complex policy problems in the contemporary world. Students who complete this course are highly sought after in government, the public sector, the not-for-profit sector and the business world.
We’ve worked closely with government, the public sector and industry contacts to design this course to help you make a difference in your public policy career. You’ll get the knowledge and skills you need to analyse, design and implement policy in complex institutional and regulatory environments.
The course offers professional-based electives including project management, ethics in government, and leading and managing non-government organisations.
You can also choose policy-based electives to specialise in areas such as energy policy, environmental impact and management, health policy and law, or add a language unit.
Delivery mode
Murdoch University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- 90 South Street, Murdoch
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Completion of a Bachelor degree (AQF Level 7) or equivalent.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
$33,120
$66,000
$33,120
$66,000
Career opportunities
The Master of Public Policy and Management will prepare you for the following roles.
Policy Analyst
A Policy Analyst provides advice and recommendations on policies affecting government departments, commercial businesses and not-for-profit organis...
Senior Policy Officer
A Senior Policy Officer develops and evaluates policies to guide organisational decisions and public programmes. You might work in government depar...
Policy Specialist
Policy Specialists help large corporations and government agencies develop public and legal policies. They usually have a specialist area of expert...
Policymaker
A Policymaker is responsible for developing and implementing policies that address societal issues and improve public governance. This role involve...
Government Relations Manager
A Government Relations Manager develops and executes strategies to build strong relationships between an organisation and government entities. You’...
Policy Manager
A Policy Manager develops and implements organisational policies, ensuring they align with legal requirements and strategic goals. You might work i...
About Murdoch University
From our beginnings as the first Australian university to introduce a flexible admissions system, making education more accessible, to the global centre for learning, teaching, research and industry we are today, we have always kept sight of our purpose. Grounded by our principles and guided by our strategic plan, we remain a place of inclusive education.
With more than 25,000 students and 2,400 staff from 90 different countries, we are proud to be recognised for the impact that our graduates, research and innovations have made – both in Western Australia and around the world.
At Murdoch, we strive to lead the way in education and research that will have a positive impact on the world. This vision starts at the very top of the organisation and is found throughout our University.
