Master of Science [M.S] [Public Management and Leadership] From Leiden University

What does this master programme entail?

In the Public Management programme you will acquire in the theoretical knowledge and practical skills that lie at the foundation of effective management in the public sector: from cooperating with citizens and partners, to motivating staff en leading organisational change. You learn everything about acting as a manager with regard to both the internal organisation and the external environment, including the practical skill to perform as a leader in the public domain.

3 Reasons to choose Public Management at Leiden University

In this unique and relevant specialisation track of the MSc Public Administration:

• You acquire theoretical, substantive and methodological knowledge, and the leadership skills necessary for you to succeed in the public domain;
• You lean a complete range of management skills comprising both internal and external management;
• You study in The Hague, international city of peace and justice, the beating heart of Dutch governance and home to many international public organisations.

Public Management: the right programme for you?

• Are you interested in how the external and internal management of public organisations impacts the effectiveness of public policies?
• Do you want to study public policy and governance from an organisational and managerial perspective?
• Do you want to be prepared for a position as a public mamanger, and advisory role as a management consultant, or strategic advisor within public organisations?