Mini-Master of Public Administration Catalogue
Public Administration is the management of an organisation’s resources, time, and people to achieve its goals and objectives.
The Mini-Master of Public Administration (Mini-MPA) is a shorter, condensed version of the traditional Master of Public Administration (MPA) programme. It typically provides an overview of key public administration concepts, methods, and practices in a shorter timeframe, making it suitable for individuals who want to gain foundational knowledge in public administration but may not have the time or resources to commit to a full MPA programme. The Mini-MPA covers essential topics and offers participants valuable insights and skills that can be immediately applied in the workplace.
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Programme Description
This programme is a 3-month (12-week) online certificate course designed for individuals seeking to acquire essential public administration skills specifically tailored for healthcare practice management. It aims to equip participants with the knowledge necessary to enhance excellence and quality care, ultimately supporting favourable patient outcomes.
Programme Objectives
1. To educate learners on the basic principles and practice of Public Administration in healthcare
2. To produce graduates who would improve healthcare through excellence and quality care, ultimately supporting favourable patient outcomes.
3. To equip learners for future professional development, self-actualization, and practice management
4. To educate learners on the ability to cooperate with individuals, teams or groups and specialists in the business of healthcare management
Teaching Target
The teaching target of the Mini-Master of Public Administration (mMPA) programme is to help learners to grasp the basic knowledge and skills needed to master the basic techniques of public administration, manage a organisations, and establish the foundation for a sound managerial and health and public engagement enterprise.
Specialisations
1. Hospital & Health Services Administration
2. Nursing Administration
Courses
mMPA in Hospital & Health Services Administration
Mini-Master of Public Administration (mMPA) with a specialisation in Hospital and Health Services Administration prepares students for leadership and administrative roles within healthcare organisations. This programme typically combines core public administration skills with specialised knowledge in healthcare management, policy, and services.
This mMPA programme equips graduates with the skills necessary to lead and manage healthcare institutions effectively, ensuring high-quality care while navigating the complex regulatory and financial aspects of the healthcare industry.
| CODE | USCH | TITLE |
| PC9-611 | 4 | Public Administration Theory and Practice |
| PC2-012 | 3 | Health Systems, Law, & Policy |
| PC9-612 | 4 | Organisational Behaviour and Management |
| PC1-013 | 3 | Processes, Artificial Intelligence, and Quality Improvement |
| PC9-613 | 5 | Hospital Administration |
| PC9-614 | 5 | Health Services Management |
| PC6-615 | 6 | mMPA Capstone (Practicum/Field Work, Publication, and Seminar) |
| T. CREDITS | 30 USCH (60 ECTS) | |
| Other components of the curriculum | ||
| RL00 | 0 | GRIT |
| RL01 | 0 | Developing your personal career strategy |
| WBN01 | 0 | We are the Future |
| WBN02 | 0 | Advocacy in Health Care |
| WBN04 | 0 | Designing and Developing Healthcare Facilities & Programmes |
| WBN05 | 0 | Environmental Impact Assessment |
| WBN07 | 0 | Stress and our Health and Illness States |
| WBN08 | 0 | Behavioural Dimensions in the Concept of Health |
| WBN09 | 0 | Nutritional Factors in Health and Illness States |
| WBN10 | 0 | Public Health Informatics |
| WBN11 | 0 | Communication in Health Education Programmes |
| WBN12 | 0 | Anxiety Disorders |
| WBN16 | 0 | Working in Resource-Limited Settings |
| WBN17 | 0 | Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) |
Total credits: 30 USCH (60 ECTS). Note: USCH = United States Credit Hours and ECTS = European Credit Transfer System.
mMPA in Nursing Administration
A Mini-Master of Public Administration (mMPA) with a specialisation in Nursing Administration prepares nurses for leadership, management, and administrative roles within healthcare organisations, particularly focusing on the intersection of nursing and healthcare administration. This programme combines core public administration skills with specialised knowledge in nursing leadership, healthcare management, and nursing-specific policy.
This programme prepares nursing professionals for administrative roles such as Director of Nursing, Chief Nursing Officer (CNO), or Nurse Manager, where they will be responsible for managing nursing teams, ensuring quality care, and aligning nursing services with broader healthcare strategies and policies.
| CODE | USCH | TITLE |
| PC9-611 | 4 | Public Administration Theory and Practice |
| PC2-012 | 3 | Health Systems, Law, & Policy |
| PC9-612 | 4 | Organisational Behaviour and Management |
| PC1-013 | 3 | Processes, Artificial Intelligence, and Quality Improvement |
| PC9-616 | 3 | Nursing Workforce Management |
| PC9-617 | 4 | Nursing Leadership and Management |
| PC9-618 | 3 | Patient Safety and Risk Management in Nursing |
| PC6-619 | 6 | mMPA Capstone (Practicum/Field Work, Publication, and Seminar) |
| T. CREDITS | 30 USCH (60 ECTS) | |
| Other components of the curriculum | ||
| RL00 | 0 | GRIT |
| RL01 | 0 | Developing your personal career strategy |
| WBN01 | 0 | We are the Future |
| WBN02 | 0 | Advocacy in Health Care |
| WBN04 | 0 | Designing and Developing Healthcare Facilities & Programmes |
| WBN05 | 0 | Environmental Impact Assessment |
| WBN07 | 0 | Stress and our Health and Illness States |
| WBN08 | 0 | Behavioural Dimensions in the Concept of Health |
| WBN09 | 0 | Nutritional Factors in Health and Illness States |
| WBN10 | 0 | Public Health Informatics |
| WBN11 | 0 | Communication in Health Education Programmes |
| WBN12 | 0 | Anxiety Disorders |
| WBN16 | 0 | Working in Resource-Limited Settings |
| WBN17 | 0 | Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) |
Total credits: 30 USCH (60 ECTS). Note: USCH = United States Credit Hours and ECTS = European Credit Transfer System.
How we teach these courses and modules
This programe is taught and assessed entirely (100%) online/ODL.
We utilise the Flipped Classroom Model of Instruction, using the best available, cost-effective media (WhatsApp, Telegram, & YouTube).
- We assign pre-recorded lecture audios and videos and other resources as homework to be watched or engaged before class.
- Students make their own notes or jot down major points and may also consult materials outside of school resources for better understanding of lessons and to enrich their notes/jottings.
- We spend classroom time on valuable activities like review of lecture and/or other resources, discussions, Q & A, real-life applications, and projects.
- For each course, live interactive sessions hold as scheduled in the Programme’s Roadmap. Each session runs for about 45 minutes to 1 hour
- There are regular (weekly) academic webinars that support learning and career/business development.
- The capstone (practicum/field work) summarises the overall achievement in the programme.
- Faculty-Student Forum (WhatsApp and Telegram) goes from 10 am – 4 pm Monday to Friday
mMPA Enrolment Fee
- The Gambia: D30,060 (GMD)
- Nigeria: N500,625 (NGN)
- Other countries: $500 (USD)
EF Payment Plans
- Plan 1: pay all EF before resumption
- Plan 2: pay 50% of EF before resumption and pay the rest 50% one month after the first payment. This plan also attracts an extra charge
- The Gambia: D62 (GMD)
- Nigeria: N1,000 (NGN)
- Other countries: $1 (USD)
- Plan 3: Pay 1/3rd of EF before resumption, pay another 1/3rd one month after resumption, and pay the last 1/3rd two months after resumption. This plan also attracts an extra charge
- The Gambia: D124 (GMD)
- Nigeria: N2,000 (NGN)
- Other countries: $2 (USD)
*Each admitted student should endeavour to inform the Finance Unit (+220-288-6490 – WhatsApp; [email protected]) about their chosen EF Payment plan.
**Failure of a student to keep to the specific requirements of their chosen EF payment plan results in the termination of all learning activities for the defaulting student.
Requirements for mMBA programme
1. Interest in the programme
2. Possession of a relevant degree or its equivalent recognised by the school’s Oversight and Academic Board (OAB)
3. Ability to communicate effectively in the English Language
4. Payment of the Admission Processing Fee
- The Gambia: D600 (GMD)
- Nigeria: N7,150 (NGN)
- Other countries: $10 (USD)
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Prospects after Taking this Programme
After taking this course, a learner should be able to
- Manifest increased public administration and healthcare administration knowledge and skills
- Land a new job or promotion, or enhance their CV
- Possess sharpened skills
- Attract a salary raise
- Start or manage a healthcare facility/business/organisation or improve the revenue generation, organisation, and operations of an existing healthcare facility
- Enhance the operations of their own business/organisation or their present work place
- Use their knowledge and skills to manage any health facility or project
- Help society better or give back to society
Available Cohorts
Before you begin your application, click here to decide on a cohort that is most suitable to your time and budget.
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