Bachelor of Public Administration Honours at MANCOSA (Pty) Ltd

Programme overview

A Bachelor of Public Administration Honours will expand your knowledge in the field of public administration with a sound understanding of research methodologies, organisational strategy, structure, systems and organisational culture. The economic and social progress of society is largely dependent on the effectiveness of its public administration. Globally, the domain of public administration has witnessed a heightened focus on service delivery, governance, accountability, transparency and reporting.

Duration: 1 Year | Study mode: distance | Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

What you will study

Modules listed on the page include Theory and Science of Public Administration; Planning and Policy Analysis in the Public Sector; Research Methodology; Leadership in the Public Sector; Politics in the Public Sector; Management of Public and Municipal Finance; Research Project.

Career pathways

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Application information

Entry requirements

The minimum entry requirement is a relevant Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced Diploma at NQF level 7. It is possible to gain entry to the programme on the basis of Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). To be considered via RPL, applicants should be above the age of 30 years. For further information on this alternative route, please contact a student advisor. All applicants with an international qualification will be considered in accordance with MANCOSA’s institutional rules.

ZAR 42,420 a year (2027). Cash fee payable in full on registration (2027 fee schedule, Honours group). Includes the non-refundable registration amount (R4 950 for postgraduate programmes). Source

Applications for Intake One 2027 are open.

Apply through the official page: https://study.mancosa.co.za/home-v2

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