Sir Walter Murdoch School of Public Policy and International Affairs

The Graduate Certificate of Development Studies will prepare students to participate in the world of international development. Students develop the theoretical foundation and the professional skills necessary for rewarding careers in all types of organisations (public, private and not for profit, national and international) engaged in development policy, planning and practice, in Australia and internationally. The six month program is designed for recent graduates who may be exploring a new career direction.

http://www.murdoch.edu.au/Courses/Graduate-Certificate-in-Development-Studies/

The Master of Development Studies (MDS) is a professional degree focussing on the challenges of social, economic, and political development and poverty alleviation. Aimed at students from the developing world and those working in international development assistance, the MDS concentrates on the nexus of development, politics and social and environmental sustainability, food and health security, disaster risk management, international assistance, state building, conflict management, gender relations and other significant issues impacting development.Previous tertiary qualifications combined with relevant professional experience may qualify students for advanced standing, meaning they could complete a Masters qualification in as little as 12 or 18 months. The 12 and 18 month programs are designed for those already working in the field of public policy or public sector management and who are seeking career advancement opportunities. The 2 year program is designed for graduates seeking a career change.

http://www.murdoch.edu.au/Courses/Master-of-Development-Studies/

The Master of International Affairs (MIA) is a genuinely multi-disciplinary professional degree that explores the political, economic, strategic, cultural and legal forces that shape our region and world. Taking advantage of Murdochs Indo-Pacific location, the degree equips students with the knowledge and skills for careers in a wide variety of sectors including government and foreign affairs, international organisations, national and international NGOs, and the private sector.Previous tertiary qualifications combined with relevant professional experience may qualify students for advanced standing, meaning they could complete a Masters qualification in as little as 12 or 18 months. The 12 and 18 month programs are designed for those already working in the field of public policy or public sector management and who are seeking career advancement opportunities. The 2 year program is designed for graduates seeking a career change.

http://www.murdoch.edu.au/Courses/Master-of-International-Affairs/

The Graduate Certificate in Public Policy and Management introduces students to the strategic, analytical and professional knowledge and skills necessary for policy implementation in government, non-profit and private sectors. The six month program is designed for recent graduates who may be exploring a new career direction. Students will learn what it means to analyse, design and implement policy in current institutional and regulatory environments.

http://www.murdoch.edu.au/Courses/Graduate-Certificate-in-Public-Policy-and-Management/

The Master of Public Policy and Management (MPPM) equips students with the strategic, analytical and professional skills for a career in government, non-profit, and private sectors both in Australia and internationally. It provides students with the knowledge and skills to analyse, design and implement policy in complex institutional and regulatory environments.Previous tertiary qualifications combined with relevant professional experience may qualify students for advanced standing, meaning they could complete a Masters qualification in as little as 12 or 18 months. The 12 and 18 month programs are designed for those already working in the field of public policy or public sector management and who are seeking career advancement opportunities. The 2 year program is designed for graduates seeking a career change.

http://www.murdoch.edu.au/Courses/Master-of-Public-Policy-and-Management/