This one-year, part-time programme provides a systematic introduction to the subjects at the heart of public management in Ireland. Students take four subjects and address such crucial topics as constitutional law, the principles of economics, the Irish system of government and the most influential theories of management. The Certificate is both a stand-alone qualification and the first year of the four-year BA (Hons) programme. Students who successfully complete this year can enter the second year of the Diploma in Public Management or BA (Hons), where they will have the opportunity to specialise in a field of particular relevance to them. If students do not wish to take all the subjects in one year, they can take the programme on a phased basis.
Certificate in Public Management
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Delivery Method
The programme is delivered through a student-friendly blended learning model. Students attend three in-person weekend seminars at the IPA and attend eight weeknight webinars per module. They are supported in their studies with extensive course material and online resources.
Entry Requirements
Applicants require a Leaving Certificate with a minimum grade C in two higher level papers and grade D in four other subjects. The papers passed must include Irish, English and a third language.
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Mature students (students over 21 on January 1 of the calendar year of entry) may enter a programme without the above qualifications.
Duration
One academic year
Accreditation
Place on NFQ
Level 6 (Minor award)
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Commences
September 2024
Application Deadline
September 2024
Fees
The cost of the programme is €3,600 per annum (includes all matriculation and examination fees), payable in one or two instalments.
Employers and Fees
Where employers are paying fees, students, when enrolling, must provide a PO number and employer authorisation on the applicaiton form OR submit a letter from their employer confirming that fees will be paid directly.
Students Paying their own Fees
Fees can be paid by:
- Electronic transfer (contact the Undergraduate Office).
- Debit/credit card (contact the Undergraduate Office).
- Cheque (payable to the Institute of Public Administration).
- Bank draft.
Note: Fees may increase slightly from year to year. Where this occurs, students will be charged the increased fee.
Progression
Students can progress to the second year of the Diploma in Public Management or BA (Hons).
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- The Programme
This one-year, part-time programme provides a systematic introduction to the subjects at the heart of public management in Ireland. Students take four subjects and address such crucial topics as constitutional law, the principles of economics, the Irish system of government and the most influential theories of management. The Certificate is both a stand-alone qualification and the first year of the four-year BA (Hons) programme. Students who successfully complete this year can enter the second year of the Diploma in Public Management or BA (Hons), where they will have the opportunity to specialise in a field of particular relevance to them. If students do not wish to take all the subjects in one year, they can take the programme on a phased basis.
- Is This Programme for you?
This programme has long proved invaluable to students who require a solid grounding in subjects fundamental to public management. It is an ideal choice for those returning to education and keen to obtain a third-level qualification over one academic year, with an option to continue to degree level. Students on this programme often work at junior to middle grades in:
- Government Departments
- Local Authorities
- State-sponsored Agencies
- Subjects
Economics
This introductory-level course explains the main theories and principles of economics. The course covers both micro and macro-economics and addresses such topics as the laws of supply and demand, how market prices are reached, monopolies and competition, national income, the financial system and monetary policy.
Law
Public servants must understand the fundamentals of the legal system. This course focuses on the fundamentals, explaining the Irish legal system and the main provisions of the Irish Constitution. Students explore, among other topics, the structure of the court system, practice and procedure in the courts and the rights that the Constitution affords citizens.
Politics, Government and Public Administration
This course is divided into two parts. The first is largely concerned with the institutions of government and the Irish political system. The Irish institutions and systems are compared to those in other countries. The second part of the course focuses on Ireland’s system of public and social administration, explaining how the civil service is organised and the management of social welfare services, healthcare, education and housing.
Principles of Management
This course provides a solid grounding in the key principles of modern management theory. It explains the origins of contemporary management science and details the most important elements of management, including leadership, HRM and change management.
- Assessment
The programme is assessed by means of assignments and final examinations.
- How To Apply
- Download this Application Form and complete it (if your fees are being paid by your employer, be sure to include all the relevant details on the form).
- That form MUST be accompanied by: (a) proof of ID (copy of passport, birth cert, or driving licence), (b) a passport photo, (c) the programme fee (see section on Fees).
Send the completed application form and the above items to undergrad@ipa.ie.
You may also apply by post.
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Programme Delivery and Applications
IPA programmes are part time and generally delivered through a blended learning model. To apply, see the How to Apply section on the relevant programme and download the application form below.
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