Take the next step in your professional journey and become a leader in public service. Our MPM program is tailored to develop future-ready professionals in governance and management.
Master of Public Management Admission

One-Year Programme (Level 01)
The one-year postgraduate degree in Public Management provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to be competent managers in government and non-government organizations. Students must complete coursework (30 credits) with a policy paper to be awarded the Master of Public Management degree.
Two-Years Programme (Level 02)
The two-year postgraduate degree in Public Management has been designed for students keen to gain a broader knowledge and skills in public management with research experience. Students must complete coursework (60 credits) and a research paper on a wide range of managerial or policy issues to be awarded the Master of Public Management degree.
Who Can Apply?
Prospective candidates must possess the following entry qualifications:
Entry Criteria
- A Bachelor’s degree including 30 credits in the relevant subject area OR
- A qualification of SLQF level 6 or above in the relevant area of study OR
- A professional qualification equivalent to SLQF level 6 or above OR
- A Bachelor’s Degree holder with a First or Second Class from a recognized University with a minimum of one year work experience in a managerial position OR
- A Bachelor’s Degree holder from a recognized University with a minimum of three years of work experience in a managerial position OR
- Completion of NVQ level 7 with a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a scale of 0 – 4, as determined by the academic authority of HEI, may be considered for admission in that field of specialization OR
- Being a Senior Manager of any State/Private Organization with three years of work experience in an executive capacity
Shortlisted applicants will undergo an interview as part of the comprehensive selection procedure
Payment Schedule

Full Course Details
| Organization | Sri Lanka Institute of Development Administration |
| Course | SLIDA’s Master of Public Management (MPM) |
| Year | 2024 |
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| Closing Date | 2024 – 12 – 15 |
| Source | slida.lk (2024.11.18) |
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