Graduate Diploma (Public Administration)
STEM Course
1 year
Full Time
On Campus
Field of Study:
CA$13,337/Yr
CA$13,337 /Yr
- Dalhousie University offers Graduate Diploma in Public Administration for a duration of 1-year.
- It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis.
- This program is designed for public servants and others who have completed an undergraduate degree at a standing satisfactory for admission to the Faculty of Graduate Studies.
- These courses include Research Methods and Policy Analysis, Program Evaluation, Practicum, Projects, Issues in Applied Economics, Management Without Borders, and others.
- It combines the essential components of financial, economic, and policy analysis with organization and management theory, courses in quantitative methods.
- The enrolment in the School is limited to approximately 45 full-time students per year.
- Students study bt the faculty who brings world-class research and the experience of senior-level leaders into the classroom that is relevant for future public servants.
- The program is ideal for someone with experience in the public sector who wishes to better understand the principles and concepts of the profession and learn some key specific skills.
- Students may also apply for appropriate university-wide scholarships, such as the Killiam scholarships.
- In this program, students have the option of transferring to the 2-year Master of Public Administration (MPA) program during their studies.
- Job opportunities after Graduate Diploma in Public Administration are Administrative Officer, Personnel Management Specialist, etc and the average salary goes up to 39,034 USD.
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Important Dates
Event | Application Date |
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Application Deadline For Summer Intake | |
Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
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Tuition Fees | CA$13337 (CAD 13337) |
Other Expenses
Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
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Housing and Food | CA$9821 (CAD 9821) |
Health Insurance | CA$500 (CAD 500) |
Other Fees | CA$1012 (CAD 1012) |
Total Cost | CA$11333 (CAD 11333) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must have completed a 4-year bachelor’s degree from a recognized University.
- Students for admission are accepted from all undergraduate backgrounds.
- The student has GPA of 3.7 (A-) or higher over the four-year duration of the Dalhousie Bachelor of Management program.
Indian Student Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:
- Completed a 4-year UG degree with an upper second class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
- Or, students must have a minimum average of grade B+ (75% or above) for UG studies.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.
Required Document List
Following are the required document:
- Online application form and fees: Students have to fill the online form and submit the application fees.
- Resume: Outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work and/or volunteer experience.
- Two Professional References: Referees (Teachers, guidance counselors, or Professors) should comment on academics and that references should submit along with the application system.
- Personal Statement: It should include a brief overview of themselves, strengths and any work experience and/or education students have.
- Transcripts: Students have to submit transcripts from all universities/colleges attended, World Education Services Assessments, and English Language Proficiency test scores
- Statement of Intent: Reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
- Confirmation of Employment Form: Students must be emailed as an attachment by applicant or referee.
- Proof of name change: Required only if name discrepancies exist between transcripts/assessments/test scores and other application documents. Examples of proof: Marriage/divorce certificates, 2 copies of government-issued ID that include a previous and current name and date of birth.
- ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.
Career and Placement after Course
Possible career opportunities are:
- Administrative Officer
- Personnel Management Specialist
- Employee Relations Specialist
- Administrative Manager
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
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Forktip Women’s- Innovation Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
Paul Foundation scholarships | Scholarship per studentCA$ 20,174/Yr$20,174 | Level Of StudyDiploma | TypeMerit-Based | |
Collegedunia $150 Scholarship Program | Scholarship per studentCA$ 150/Yr$150 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
BrokerFish International student scholarship | Scholarship per studentCA$ 1,000/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based |
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