Mahatma Gandhi University Rwanda
Masters of Arts in Public Administration
Kigali, Rwanda
MA
DURATION
4 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2026
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About: The Masters of Arts in Public Administration at Mahatma Gandhi University Rwanda is offered by a higher learning institution recognized by the Higher Education Council, Ministry of Education and the Government of the Republic of Rwanda. The programme examines state, society and administration, covering administrative theories, models, processes and techniques, and prepares students for doctoral study.
Career Outcomes: Graduates can enter public service, local government, NGOs, policy research and consultancy. Typical roles include public administrator, policy analyst, civil service manager, NGO programme manager, public-sector consultant and researcher. The degree develops skills in governance, policy formulation, public management and leadership.
Programme Overview
- PROGRAM CODE: 717
- DURATION: Min. Duration 2 Years, Max. Duration 4 Years
- ELIGIBILITY: Graduation in any stream or equivalent
Objective
The aim of offering Masters Degree in Public Administration to graduates is to provide knowledge to the learners on the nature and relationship of the State, Society and Administration. It will develop the conceptual faculties of the learner on various administrative theories, postulates, models, process, methods, instruments, techniques, thoughts, etc. Successful completion of this course prepares the student for doctoral degree programs as well.
Programme Content
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