Programme Objectives
The programme has the objective to enhance students’ theoretical, conceptual and practical understanding of:
- Understand aspects of policy design in government.
- Discuss the different dynamics of public policy management in a changing environment.
- Demonstrate knowledge in policy design, policy implementation and policy impact.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the programme, participants will be able to:
- Identify issues ripe for policy action.
- Discuss ways of developing policy proposals and set the agenda for policy making.
- Understand various ways of designing and implementing policies.
- Conduct a monitoring and evaluation exercise of a public policy in any sector.
Admission Requirements
The admission requirement comprises any of the following:
- A Bachelor’s degree in any field or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
OR
- A professional qualification equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized professional body.
Program Duration
The program will extend over a period of one academic year. An academic year shall consist of two semesters and one recess term. A semester shall consist of 15 weeks of lectures. A recess term shall consist of 10 weeks.
Program Options
Code | Name | LH | PH | TH | CH | CU |
Year One Semester One | ||||||
HPA 7100 | Society, Government & Politics in Africa | 30 | - | 30 | 45 | 3 |
HME 7100 | Monitoring & Evaluation: Paradigms, Principles & Concepts | 30 | - | 30 | 45 | 3 |
HPA 7104 | Public Service Management | 30 | - | 30 | 45 | 3 |
RMS 7101 | Research Methods | 30 | 15 | 15 | 45 | 3 |
HPA 7103 | Public Administration Theory & Practice | 30 | - | 30 | 45 | 3 |
BHR 7101 | Human Resource Planning & Development | 30 | - | 30 | 45 | 3 |
Semester Load | 18 | |||||
Year One Semester Two | ||||||
HPA 7202 | Public Policy Design & Management | 30 | - | 30 | 45 | 3 |
LWS 7200 | Administrative Law and Public Policy | 30 | - | 30 | 45 | 3 |
HPA 7207 | Public Leadership & Governance | 30 | - | 30 | 45 | 3 |
HPA 7208 | Finance & Public Policy | 30 | - | 30 | 45 | 3 |
HPM 7204 | Project Planning & Management | 30 | - | 30 | 45 | 3 |
HPA 7209 | Corporate Governance & Decision Making | 30 | - | 30 | 45 | 3 |
Semester Load | 18 |
Minimum Graduation Load = 36 Credit Units
Fees per semester
Local Students (East African Community)
Fees per semester (UGX) | Functional Fees (UGX) | Application Fees (UGX) |
---|---|---|
1,500,000 | 300,000 | 50,000 |
International Students
International students pay international student tuition fees which is rated in dollars and this specifically covers only the cost of teaching and many student support services. This tuition below is per academic session and includes both the tuition and functional fees.
Category of Programme | Fees per academic session (USD) | Application / Admission Fee |
---|---|---|
Master's Degree | $950 | $30 |
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