Advanced Diploma in Public Administration

The Advanced Diploma in Public Administration qualification will equip new entrants to the public sector to operate effectively; and experienced employees improve their competencies. Specifically, it is expected that the qualification will provide students with a range of highly relevant knowledge, skills and capabilities. These include knowledge of principles and theories of public administration; the structures, institutions and functions of government in South Africa; the frameworks governing administration in all three spheres of government; the administrative processes and practices within government; how government finances are raised and managed; and the implementation of government policies and planning processes.

On completion of the programme, graduates can aspire to the following positions:

• At local level: Manager of Strategy; Municipal Manager; Director of Community services; Director of Corporate Services