Public Administration (GDPA)
A one-year program designed for public servants.
Why choose this program?
This 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.
Careers
A Graduate Diploma in Public Administration opens pathways to careers in government, nonprofit organizations, and public service, offering expertise in policy analysis, public management, and leadership roles.
Admission requirements
You'll need to meet the听Faculty of Graduate Studies minimum requirements听as well as any program-specific admissions requirements before you can apply.
Financial information
At Dalhousie, we want our students to focus on their studies, rather than worry about their personal finances. We offer competitive tuition rates and funding programs to support graduate students in almost all of our degree programs.
Program options
To graduate with your GDPA, you are required to complete any 7 courses (6 core and 1 elective) within the MPA program.
All graduate programs at Dalhousie are collaboratively delivered by a home Faculty and the听Faculty of Graduate Studies.
