Depending on your goals you can opt for a shorter postgraduate public management qualification by doing the Postgraduate Certificate in Public Management or Postgraduate Diploma in Public Management. Courses completed as part of the Certificate and Diploma can count towards the full MPM programme if you decide to continue your studies.

Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington is the only New Zealand university that is connected to the Australia and New Zealand School of Government (ANZSOG)—so you know your qualification is of the highest standard.

Your lecturers are actively involved in public and non-profit service, exchanging ideas on key policy and management issues. They're connected to decision makers from local, regional, and national government, giving you the opportunity to meet and learn from those in the know.

Each year, a small number of students are admitted to the Master of Public Management or Master of Public Policy directly from their undergraduate studies.

Individuals must have a Bachelor's degree from a New Zealand university with a GPA average of A- or higher. Applicants must also demonstrate their interest and commitment to public service in an expression of interest (EOI). There is a scholarship available for selected applicants.

Interested students may apply directly through the regular online enrolments process. Any questions should be sent to ppo@vuw.ac.nz.

Be part of a school that attracts not only local professionals but a talented group of international students, many of whom are highly experienced employees of government organisations in their own countries. Take advantage of the diverse experience in public policy and public management these students bring to the classroom—providing valuable insights and bringing the comparative perspective alive.

Postgraduate study at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington will help you build valuable relationships and networks with peers, university staff, and future colleagues.

There will be opportunities to attend events, workshops, social functions, and seminars such as the Student Learning Postgraduate Research skills sessions. You'll also have access to the postgraduate student workspace on the 2nd floor of Rutherford House. Here, you can make use of a spacious computer lab, meeting rooms, a printer, and a small kitchen.

The Postgraduate Students' Association provides information on study at the University and a voice for you on campus.

If you're already working in the government and non-government sectors or a seeking a career shift, a Public Management qualification is a good choice.

You could find management work in central, local, or regional government, in business, in not-for-profits, in consultancies, or for iwi. You might work as a researcher, advocate, campaign coordinator, lobbyist, strategist, or planner.

The capability boost you get from doing Master of Public Management means your employer may be willing to pay some or all of your costs.