Program Overview
The Public Policy and Management at University of Melbourne is a Master programme in Business & Management over 24 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 Policy and Management programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Australia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: AUD 33,024 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 26,080 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Melbourne, Australia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Public Policy and 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
- Senior policy and arts officer
- Manager of policy and international relations
- Policy and planning manager
- Investment advisor for government
- Policy analyst
- Government communications advisor.
- Australia Bureau of Statistics
- Bangladesh Ministry of Finance
- Department of Justice
- Embassy of Nepal (Beijing)
- Royal Women\x92s Hospital
- The Australian Agency for International Development Toshiba Television (Beijing)
- University of Essex
- Victoria Police.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
In order to be considered for entry to the 200 point program, applicants must have completed:
- an undergraduate degree in any discipline, with a weighted average mark of at least H2B (70%), or equivalent
Meeting this requirement does not guarantee selection.
In ranking applications, the Selection Committee will consider:
- prior academic performance; and
- relevance of previous studies
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
AUD 33,024 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 26,080 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: AUD 33,024 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 26,080 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Melbourne 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 University of Melbourne
University of Melbourne
Parkville, Australia
University of Melbourne is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline May, 2027
- Start Date Jul, 2027
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
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