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Public Management
Institute of Public Administration - IPA
- Course code
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- Level
- Level 9
- Award
- Postgraduate Diploma (Level 9 NFQ)
- Classification
- Major
- Awarding body
- National University of Ireland
- Duration
- 1 year. Delivery Blended Learning Seminars/webinars take place on six weekends Seminar 1 September 5-6, 2026 Seminar 2 (Online) October 3-4, 2026 Seminar 3 October 31-November 1, 2026 Exams Week of December 7, 2026 Seminar 4 January 9-10, 2027 Seminar 5 (Online) February 6-7, 2027 Seminar 6 March 6-7, 2027 Exams: Week of April 12, 2027
Programme summary
This one-year programme is both a stand-alone qualification in Irish public management and the first year of the IPA’s suite of MA programmes. It is suitable for students working in all parts of the public sector, from large central government departments and local authorities to small public agencies.
Entry requirements
Applicants must have a primary degree or equivalent qualification. Transcripts of undergraduate qualifications are required at the application stage.
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