Program Overview
The Public Management at Leiden University is a MSc programme in Business & Management over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of business & management. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Public Management programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Netherlands and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: EUR 16,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Public Management programme are prepared for diverse careers in business & management:
- Business Analyst
- Management Consultant
- Product Manager
- Strategy Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Entrepreneur
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Public Institutions
- Networking for performance
- Co-Production and Citizen Engagement
- Public Policy and Values
- Research Design
- An elective course:Politicians and Civil Servants
- Markets in the Welfare State
- Democratization in a Changing World
- Future Proof Regulation
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Students who have a Bachelors degree in Public Administration from Leiden University are always eligible for direct admission. They can register through Studielink. All others need to apply through Studielink and through the online application system.
- a Bachelors degree in Public Administration or a Bachelors degree in a closely related discipline from a recognised university.
In order to be considered for the Public Administration Masters programme, you should possess:
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 16,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 16,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Leiden University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Leiden University
Leiden University
Leiden, Netherlands
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University Profile- Application Deadline Jun, 2027
- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
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