Leadership and Management in Public Services
Saint Mary's College of CaliforniaProgram Overview
The Leadership and Management in Public Services at The University of Hertfordshire is a MSc 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 Leadership and Management in Public Services programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom 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 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 1,010 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; EUR 540 (Tuition (Credit)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Hatfield, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Leadership and Management in Public Services programme are prepared for diverse careers in business & management:
- Business Analyst
- Management Consultant
- Product Manager
- Strategy Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Entrepreneur
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Contemporary Context for Leading and Managing Public Services
- Developing People and Teams
- Leading Public Services
- Management Research and Study Skills
- Managing Finance and Performance
- Extended Studies
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to Lower Second Class on the UK Honour scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on the UK Honour scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
This course is designed for practitioners, in particular middle and senior managers. Entry requirements for the programme are either: a) An honours degree with a 2.2 classification or better in any subject from a UK university or the equivalent from a recognised university overseas, together with current work experience in the management of public services gained either in public, commercial or not-for-profit organisations; or b) five or more years current work experience in the management of public services gained either in public, commercial or not-for-profit organisations, supplemented by evidence of relevant professional development and training.
Where English is not the first language an IELTS score of 6.5, or 6.0 plus completion of the Universitys four-week English course, or equivalent, is required.
All students from non-majority English speaking countries require proof of English language proficiency. The following qualifications and grades will be considered:
- GCSE English language grade A-C
- IELTS 6.5 (with no less than 5.5 in any band)
Other English language tests are accepted.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 1,010 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; EUR 540 (Tuition (Credit)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 1,010 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; EUR 540 (Tuition (Credit)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact The University of Hertfordshire 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 Saint Mary's College of California
Saint Mary's College of California
Moraga, United States
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