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Module: Public Governance and Administration
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:55:27
Abstract
The Certificate of Advanced Studies in Public Governance and Administration equips aspiring public sector leaders with the skills and knowledge needed to manage complex governance projects and processes.
Objective
Program participants will learn to: Understand key governance frameworks and problems; Dissect multi-dimensional policy issues, with a particular emphasis on technological disruption; Lead effectively across the spectrum of technical, human and conceptual challenges.
Content
The program encompasses a sequence of one or half-day modules, which are organized into three interdisciplinary learning blocks: I. Contemporary Governance In this block, participants examine the broad frameworks within which public sector work takes place. Students will explore what governance in the 21st Century means as well as the theoretical and the practical nature of organizational, legal, regulatory and financial dimensions of public institutions and processes. With input from multiple disciplines - such as political science, organizational development, security studies and new public management - students gain the ability to contextualize and critically assess the local, regional, national as well as international context of their individual work. II. Public Management In this block, students are challenged to expand their leadership toolbox through lectures providing them with theoretical context and practical insights into various aspects of management. The goal is for participants to enhance their ability to organize and motivate teams, to communicate with a variety of stakeholders and to use quantitative and qualitative data to make sound decisions. III. Policy Domains This block covers relevant and rapidly changing policy domains. Special attention is paid to interlinkages between specific policy areas. Students gain the big picture knowledge necessary to make informed managerial decisions within complex processes and initiatives. Domains covered include “Environment”, “Health”, “Urbanization”, “Food”, “Education” and “Technology”.
General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- WBZ
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- ungraded semester performance
Registration & Places
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture with exercise |
Module: Public Governance and Administration
Block course
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128 h semesterly |
Offered In
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CAS in Public Governance and Administration (The CAS in Public Governance and Administration is offered once per year in September.)