Program Overview

Master in Public Administration - MPA

The one-year full-time Master in Public Administration (MPA) programme prepares students for senior management roles in the public sector. It provides an intensive, interdisciplinary course of study for professionals who wish to work on increasingly complex issues shaping national, regional and global policies and projects.

The LKYSPP’s Master in Public Administration aims to equip the future leaders of organisations as well as government institutions and agencies with necessary skills to take on the mantle of leadership in the public sector. Over the course of the programme, participants will be exposed to useful skills and knowledge used by researchers, public managers, leaders as well as policy practitioners. Applicants can look forward to developing their national and international network and boost their leadership and management capabilities.

Qualified MPA students have the opportunity to pursue a double degree, either with NUS Law School or NUS Business School.

Overview of Requirements

• Applicants must be proficient in English.
• Applicants should demonstrate a strong interest in public administration as well as steadfast dedication towards the public service.

Class Profile

Each MPA class comprises around 40–60 students from about 20 countries. Students are typically senior managers from the public and not-for-profit sectors as well as multilateral organisations.

Application Details

• Application Date: 1 August - 31 December every year

Programme Structure

The programme is designed to provide an intensive, interdisciplinary course of study, equipping participants with the necessary skills for leadership in the public sector.

Research Areas

The programme is supported by various research centres, including:

• Asia Competitiveness Institute
• Centre on Asia and Globalisation
• Institute of Policy Studies
• Institute for Environment and Sustainability

Programme Offerings

Other programmes offered by the institution include:

• Lee Kuan Yew Senior Fellowship in Public Service (SFPS)
• Master in International Affairs (MIA)
• Master in Public Policy (MPP)
• MPAM (高级公共行政与管理硕士)
• PhD in Public Policy

Executive Education

The institution also offers executive education programmes, including:

• Open Enrolment Programmes
• Customised Programmes
• 高级管理培训课程 (中文)