Duration
12 Weeks
Delivery
Online
Intakes
January, May, & August
Fees
$1,200 (Ugx 4,500,000)
*Group discounts are available for organisations, and partial bursaries for individuals.
OVERVIEW
Effective public administration and robust governance are fundamental pillars for sustainable development, economic growth, and improved public service delivery in any nation. This Masters Microcredential Certificate (MMC) provides professionals with a comprehensive understanding of the theories, principles, and practices of public administration and good governance. It equips participants with the essential skills to enhance efficiency, accountability, transparency, and responsiveness within public sector institutions, with a strong focus on the unique challenges and opportunities in Sub-Saharan Africa, particularly Uganda.
Target Audience
Civil servants, local government officials, public sector managers, policy analysts, NGO professionals working with government, aspiring public leaders, and individuals seeking to improve governance and public service delivery.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this MMC, participants will be able to:
- Articulate core theories and concepts of public administration and good governance.
- Analyse the role and structure of public sector institutions in national development.
- Understand the public policy cycle, from formulation to evaluation.
- Apply principles of public financial management and human resource management in the public sector.
- Discuss strategies for promoting ethics, accountability, and transparency in public service.
- Explore the impact of digital technologies and e-governance on public administration.
- Develop practical approaches for citizen engagement and improving public service delivery.
- Propose evidence-based solutions for governance challenges in an African context.
What You Will Learn
- Module 1: Foundations of Public Administration and Governance
- Module 2: Public Sector Management
- Module 3: Service Delivery, Digital Governance and Citizen Engagement
- Module 4: Contemporary Issues and Governance for Development
Stackability and Pathway to Master's DegreeThe 20 postgraduate credit units earned from this Masters Microcredential Certificate in Public Administration and Governance are fully transferable and count directly towards Nexus International University’s NCHE-accredited MA in International Development or MIST (Master of Information Systems and Technology) (if focusing on e-governance aspects). This MMC can also serve as a pathway towards a future Master’s in Public Administration and Governance (MPAG) programme, if available, providing a flexible and accelerated route for students wishing to pursue a full Master’s degree.