Develop skills to shape the future of public administration

Public service managers face increasingly fast-changing environments, combined with pressures to deliver more with less, navigate a complex policy context and enhance performance while sustaining public service values. Designed for professionals in public and non-profit organisations, the 100% online Master of Public Administration programme from the University of York equips you to rise to these challenges and make a positive impact on improving public service provision and public life.

You will learn how to analyse complex public management problems and lead change effectively while you develop your ability to manage through networks and partnerships. Upon graduation, you will be well placed to shape and deliver the public services of the future, and move into more strategic roles in a wide range of public, non-profit and third sector organisations.

By studying this online postgraduate course you will join a global learning community with fellow MPA students working in similar organisations around the world, providing an opportunity to learn from diverse perspectives to boost your professional development and make valuable additions to your global network.  

The flexible design of the MPA programme means that you can access programme content at any time and study around your full-time work, family and private commitments. Because the online Master of Public Administration is delivered entirely online, you can study and complete it from anywhere in the world, without ever needing to visit campus.

With six start dates a year, youre not restricted to the traditional academic year and can begin your postgraduate study within weeks.