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MASTER OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION (MPA) (BY COURSEWORK – 42 CREDITS)

The programme synergizes the expertise in political science and public administration to develop an interdisciplinary approach in addressing governance challenges at national and regional levels. It focuses on fundamental principles, organisational management practices and analytical techniques related to public institutions.

Emphasis is placed on linking theory to research, developing problem-solving skills, and professional analysis across policy analysis, public sector management, urban planning design and urban development.

Postgraduate Handbook

MASTER OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION MINI HANDBOOK 2025–2026

Reminder: Students are required to register for courses using the course codes stated in the handbook according to their respective cohort intake.

For previous sessions, kindly refer to the “Handbook” tab below.

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Public Administrator
Policy Analyst
Government Budget Analyst
Human Resources Manager
Programme Manager
Nonprofit Manager
Advocate

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

6 CORE COURSES (30 Credits)

Research Methodology
Research Project
Public Administration and Politics
International Public Management
Public Policy Analysis
Fiscal Administration

Minimum 12 Credits from Optional Courses

Political Economy
Public Administrative Behaviour
Public Personnel Administration
Global Politics
Quality Governance in Public Sector
Malaysian Politics
Local Government
Social Policy and Development
Planning and Community Development
Political Communication and Media
Survey Techniques and Sampling Design
Statistical Methods for Quality Management

*Optional courses offered may vary from semester to semester.

ENTRY REQUIREMENT & PROGRAMME FEE

Malaysian & International

BROCHURE

HANDBOOK

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PROGRAMME COORDINATOR

Dr Nur Hairani Binti Abd Rahman
nurhairani@um.edu.my

CONTACT US

Marketing Unit
Ground Floor, Azman Hashim Building,
Faculty of Business and Economics,
Universiti Malaya,
50603 Kuala Lumpur,
MALAYSIA
Tel : +603-7967 3918 / 3820
Email: umfbe_mac@um.edu.my

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Important: Before beginning the online application process, please ensure that you meet all entry requirements for your preferred programme. All original supporting documents must be uploaded. Incomplete applications will not be processed. The University processing fee is non-refundable and conditional offer letters are not issued by the Faculty.

Master of Public Administration (MPA)