Study Master of Public Policy and Leadership at Griffith University in Australia,

Master of Public Policy and Leadership

Australia

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What will I learn?

This program provides the personal and professional skills to establish or advance your career as a change maker in design, implementation, evaluation and administration of government and public decision-making, either as a public sector leader or as a policy leader in the business or not-for-profit sectors (including in government relations).Experts from across the Griffith Business School and wider University teach into the program, led by cutting-edge researchers and experienced practitioners in Government and International Relations. Core courses help participants understand and embrace the challenges of public service leadership at personal, community and global levels. The Majors offer specialisations tailored to the varying backgrounds and career goals of current and future professionals - from policy analysis and impact, to management and administration, regulation and integrity, and strategy and change.A public policy or administration qualification is globally recognised and this program is designed to fit your busy personal schedules and unique professional aspirations.This program includes work experience and research dissertation options. The dissertation can provide a pathway to a higher degree by research for candidates with the qualifying Grade Point Average (GPA).

Study options

Online/Distance (1 Year)

Tuition fees
A$38,000.00 (US$ 25,043) per year
Accommodation- On campus – 300 to 420 per week

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

March 2027

Online/Distance (1 Year)

Tuition fees
A$38,000.00 (US$ 25,043) per year
Accommodation- On campus – 300 to 420 per week

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

July 2027

Entry requirements

For international students

A recognised Bachelor degree (or higher)

You can complete this program in 1 year, 1.5 years or 2 years depending on your prior study and work experience

To be eligible for this program you must meet one of the following criteria:

1 year duration (80CP):

a recognised Bachelor degree (or higher) in a related discipline and two years relevant work experience

1.5 Year duration (120CP):

a recognised Bachelor degree (or higher) in a related discipline

2 year duration (160CP):

a recognised Bachelor degree (or higher)

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

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About Griffith University

Australia #1 and #2 globally for sustainability impact (THE 2026), Griffith is creating a brighter future through education, research and innovation.

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