The Postgraduate Certificate in Public Services Management aims to develop essential management practice and knowledge required by managers in the public services. It is designed for public service managers who already have a degree and / or other professional qualifications at degree level or above.
The course emphasises and supports joint development opportunities to facilitate interagency working. It also provides an arena for networking with like-minded professionals in the public service field who can inform practice through shared experiences.
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Course content
The course content has been developed to provide an up-to-date and relevant insight into specific areas of public service management directly applicable to the work place.
Modules
- Module One - The Public Services Manager
- Module Two - Managing People and Performance
- Module Three - Managing Performance and Quality of Public Service Delivery
Assessment
You will need to complete three assignments spaced throughout the year, plus an optional practice assignment.
Study and support
Full support is provided by tutorial staff and electronic media is available for use. The course employ a variety of teaching and learning approaches including workshops, small-group learning and set work for personal management development to enable you to enhance your performance.
Resources and facilities
Nottingham Business School's professional approach to management education is supported by a suite of state-of-the-art teaching rooms and the latest in communication and information technology. The School provides a high quality management learning environment, designed to encourage creative thinking about real world issues confronting managers and their organisations.
For further information about our resources and facilities please visit Nottingham Business Schools website.
Employability and careers: life after university
Graduates usually find that the confidence they gain whilst undertaking the course enables them to manage more effectively and progress positively within their chosen sector resulting in enhanced career opportunities.
This course does not currently offer placements but the module content is directly applicable to the workplace.
Entry requirements
This course is designed for public service managers who already have a degree and / or professional qualifications at degree level or above.
Ideally, it's aimed at:
- participants who are in their first managerial role or preparing for more senior roles
- experienced managers who have no specific management qualifications
- practitioners who do have previous management training or management qualifications at degree level or lower, who wish to study core public service management topics in depth.
Applicants will need to be in employment or able to gain access to an organisation upon which to base their assignments.
English language requirements
See the English language entry requirements for courses at Nottingham Business School and a full list of all English language qualifications accepted by the University.
How to apply
Applications should be made using the apply online button at the top of the page.
