Elevating public leadership for the 21st century

You want to make institutions work better: more effective, more trusted, more responsive to the challenges of our time? Today’s leaders need a new kind of skills to navigate the complexities of modern bureaucracy, manage digital transformation, and deliver high-impact public services.

The Executive Master of Public Administration (Executive MPA) programme at the Hertie School is designed to equip you with the skills that put you in a position to drive institutional reform, enhance governance and deliver results. Inspired by our Initiative for an Effective State, the programme combines cutting-edge research with practical expertise to enable you to make a difference, whether you are working within government or at the interface between policy, business and civil society.

With its highly flexible structure, the Executive MPA lets you tailor your learning to your schedule, interests and career goals. No matter whether you work in public administration, consulting, international development, technology, or the non-profit sector, you will find a programme that meets your needs and takes you where you want to go.

  • International executive programme (MPA degree) located in the heart of Berlin. 
  • English as the language of instruction.  
  • Flexible programme: Study full-time (1 year) or part-time (2-4 years). 
  • Acquire core knowledge in governance, public policy and management. 
  • Extend your portfolio with electives in leadership, governance, digitalisation & AI and policy analysis.  
  • Professional exchange with international peers from all sectors and life-long career services. 
  • International partner school and Study abroad opportunities. 
  • Scholarships available.
  • Annual programme start: September, modular entry via single certificate courses also possible.
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