Level 7 Diploma in Public Administration

About Course
Overview
The OTHM Level 7 Online Diploma in Public Administration is a postgraduate-level credential appropriate for students looking to advance their knowledge of public service management. This course is offered through Trinity Open Learning, and you can take it online or in person. Public service managers must navigate a complex policy context, do more with less, and improve performance while upholding public service principles while dealing with the accelerating speed of change. This course was created by Trinity Open Learning with professionals in public and nonprofit organisations in mind. The OTHM Level 7 Online Diploma degree will prepare you to take on these issues.
You will study three aspects of public administration:
- The policy process, within which public services are developed.
- The organisational and human context through which public services are delivered.
- The wider social, economic and political environment that shapes public service demands and constraints.
You will learn how to analyse complex public management problems, lead change effectively. And develop your ability to manage through networks and partnerships. You will be able to shape and deliver the public services and of the future and move into more strategic roles in a wide range of organisations.
Over the course of the programme you will grow as a competent and reflective practitioner, both in your current role, and in preparation for more demanding roles in the future.
Description
You will study three aspects of public administration:
- The policy process, within which public services are developed.
- The organisational and human context through which public services are delivered.
- The wider social, economic and political environment that shapes public service demands and constraints.
Delivery Methods
Trinity Open Learning provides various flexible delivery methods to its learners which include blended learning, online learning, distance learning, and in-class. The learners can choose the mode of study at their convenience as the course is provided for every online student.
Duration
The programme is available in 2 duration modes:
- 6 Month
- 9 Month
Accreditation
The programme is accredited by OTHM an Ofqual regulated awarding body.
Course Delivery
The programme is delivered:
- Online
A lot of professionals prefer to study online and we at Trinity Open Learning provide an easy and interactive platform to study from home.
Entry requirements
For entry onto the OTHM Level 7 Public Administration Online Diploma, learners must possess:
- An honours degree in related subject or UK level 6 diploma or an equivalent overseas qualification
- Learners must be 21 years old or older at the beginning of the course
- Alternative professional qualifications with at least three years’ relevant work experience in the public service field will also be considered.
Qualification Structure
Unit Ref. No.
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Unit title
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Credit
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GLH
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TQT
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Y/618/0700
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Managing and Leading in the Public Sector
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20
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100
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200
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D/618/0701
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Public Service Reform and Innovation
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20
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100
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200
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||
H/618/0702
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Policy and Politics – Theory and Analysis
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20
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100
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200
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||
K/618/0703
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Managing Public Finance
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20
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100
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200
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||
M/618/0704
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Managing Public Sector Projects
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20
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100
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200
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||
T/618/0705
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Advanced Research Methods
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20
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100
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200
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Progression
Successful completion of OTHM Level 7 Online Diploma in Public Administration qualification enables learners to progress into or within employment and/or continue their further study. Learners are eligible to progress to a master top-up with advanced standing.
Assessment
Assessment is via assignment submission
No Exams