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Public Policy and Management

Murdoch University
Information last verified July 2026
Tuition AUD 9,360 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; AUD 9,360 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Degree Master
Duration 24 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Perth, Australia
Language English

Program Overview

The Public Policy and Management at Murdoch University 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

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6
  5. Tuition: AUD 9,360 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; AUD 9,360 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
  6. Location: Perth, Australia

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Public Policy and Management programme are prepared for diverse careers in business & management:

  1. Business Analyst
  2. Management Consultant
  3. Product Manager
  4. Strategy Analyst
  5. Operations Manager
  6. Entrepreneur

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Public Policy: Theory and Practice
  2. Public Policy and International Affairs Foundations
  3. Policy Design
  4. Public Sector Management
  5. Thinking and Reasoning Economically
  6. Policy Research and Evaluation
  7. Social Science Research Design

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

Admission to the Masters degrees is available to students who have a Bachelor degree in any area. A student\'s advanced standing is assessed at the time of application, taking into account level of higher study and/or professional experience.

All students must satisfy Murdoch University\'s minimum English requirements by demonstrating competency in the English Language.

English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 9,360 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; AUD 9,360 (Tuition (Module)) — National students

Tuition fees: AUD 9,360 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; AUD 9,360 (Tuition (Module)) — National students

IELTS requirement: 6

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact Murdoch 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 Murdoch University

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Murdoch University

Perth, Australia

Murdoch Universityis a public university inPerth, Western Australia, with additional campuses inSingaporeandDubai. It began operations as the state's second university on 25 July 1973, and...

University Profile
  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months