Executive Master of Public Administration (Executive MPA)
Hertie School of Governance Berlin
- Over 1,500 EUR/semTuition
- Winter intakeIntake
- EnglishLanguage
- 2 semestersDuration
- 15 AugNext deadline
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About the programme
The Hertie School of Governance is a prestigious university located in Berlin, Germany, known for its focus on public policy and administration. The Executive Master of Public Administration (Executive MPA) is a specialized program offered by the university, designed for experienced professionals in the public sector looking to enhance their leadership and management skills. The program combines rigorous academic training with practical insights and real-world case studies, providing students with the knowledge and tools needed to address complex governance challenges. With a diverse and international student body, the Executive MPA at Hertie School of Governance offers a unique learning experience that prepares graduates to make a meaningful impact in the public sector.
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English language
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IELTS 7
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Prerequisites
- A good higher education degree in any discipline (typically, Executive MPA participants have a background in business/economics, law, social science or natural sciences)
- At least three years of relevant work experience (average is nine years)
- Proficiency in English
- A 1,500 euro tuition deposit (non-refundable) is required to secure a place in the incoming class.
- This payment is part of the tuition fees for the first semester.
- Admission is allocated on a rolling basis, thus the payment deadline for the tuition deposit varies and is determined by the date of each candidate’s application.
- Candidates will be given this deadline in their notification of admission and will also receive a Study Agreement Form, which must be submitted along with the tuition deposit.
- Candidates will typically be notified of admission six weeks before the tuition deposit and the Study Agreement Form are due.
Documents checklist
What to prepare for your application to Executive Master of Public Administration (Executive MPA)
Programme-specific documents
Your curriculum vitae (in English or German)
A letter of motivation (in English or German, preferably in English – two pages or 900 words maximum)
Copies of official academic transcripts and diplomas of all attended universities. Every transcript must include a transcript key (an explanation of the grading system). If these documents are not in English or German, the applicant needs to provide us with a certified or notarised translation into English or German. Hard copies are not required until after acceptance into the programme.
Two letters of reference (in English or German, or a certified/notarised translation into English or German), of which at least one should come from the applicant's current or last employer. The second can be issued by an academic referee or a former employer. Applicants who undergo an annual performance evaluation by their employer can replace one of the reference letters with this document. Reference letters should be on official letterhead (if applicable) and include an original signature. The Hertie School may decide to contact the referee(s) to confirm the authenticity of the issued document(s).
Reference letters can also be sent to the admissions team by the referee directly, either as an email attachment to empa-admissions[at]hertie-school[dot]org, or via regular mail to:
Hertie School
Recruitment and Admissions
Friedrichstraße 180
10117 Berlin - Germany
An English proficiency certificate (for non-native English speakers, if applicable).
This programme applies directly to the university. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.
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Selection process
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