Management and Public Policy - B6064
Master's degree/Master's degree
Shape public policy. Lead people and organisations. Make a lasting impact across both. This double degree invites you to explore what’s possible when you’re equipped with the latest insights and expertise that define purpose-driven leadership.
MAKE YOUR NEXT MOVE
The Master of Management prepares you for an altogether more impactful style of leadership in your career, as you build the experience that’s essential for managing organisations and inspiring change in its people. Apply strategic understanding to find practical solutions to complex management issues, while considering how organisations continue to operate sustainably, with people top of mind.
This human-centred perspective is vital for the Master of Public Policy, which elevates your leadership potential further through the lens of the public sector and policy-making. Sharpen your skills in policy development, public administration and modern governance – so you can influence change in both corporate and government environments with the public’s interest in mind.
ELEVATE YOUR EXPERTISE
Complete this program in as little as two years and open limitless pathways for a rewarding leadership career. Whether you’re looking to make an impact within government agencies, non-profits, NGOs, or socially responsible businesses, you’ll be capable of shaping policies that make a measurable difference – and being the driving force of leadership that puts them into practice.
Ready to lead your career in exciting, purpose-driven directions?
At a glance
Course Details
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Start date |
First semester (February) and Second semester (July) |
Qualification |
Master of Global Public Policy, Master of Management, Master of Public Policy |
Entry Requirements
You need to satisfy the following entrance requirements to be considered for entry to this course.
Minimum Entry Requirements (International students)
Qualifications
An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) with a major in a cognate discipline* with at least a high credit (65%) average or equivalent Grade Point Average (GPA)
or
An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) and at least five years of relevant professional experience**
*Cognate disciplines include: arts, business, commerce, economics, engineering, law, management, humanities, science or social science disciplines.
** Applicants applying on the basis of work experience are required to provide a detailed curriculum vitae, outlining their employment history and professional experience.
English entry requirements
Level A
| IELTS (Academic): 6.5 Overall score, with minimum band scores: Listening 6.0, Reading 6.0, Writing 6.0 and Speaking 6.0 | or | Pearson Test of English (Academic): 58 Overall score, with minimum scores: Listening 50, Reading 50, Speaking 50 and Writing 50 | or | TOEFL iBT: 0 - 120 scale: 1 - 6 scale: | or |
Courses that require English Level A only: Other approved English tests (minimum entry scores apply) Courses with English Level B, C, D, E and F: Other approved English tests (higher entry scores apply than specified) |
University entrance requirements
Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.
The course structure and progression map can be viewed in the Handbook.
Making the application
Future students
Current Monash students
You may apply to transfer from another Monash course. Transfers are a competitive process. You may apply mid-year for available courses however consideration will be given as to whether you will be able to follow your course progression.
Please note that if you apply for a course transfer, you should still enrol in your current course as if you were continuing so as not to jeopardise your enrolment in the Faculty if your transfer application is unsuccessful. More about Course Transfer.
Self assess for credit eligibility
Check for study credit using the "Credit search" link on the Credit for prior study page.
Fees
Fees are subject to change annually.
International fee
Fees are per 48 credit points which represents a standard full-time course load for a year. The fees for 2026 are:
A$59,900
Scholarships
We offer over 360 types of scholarships, valued at up to $280,000. Some scholarships offer one-off payments while others continue for the length of your course. Learn more about Monash Scholarships.
Other costs and fees
For information on other study costs and fees, see other study costs.
Enrolment Obligations
International students enrolling in a CRICOS-registered course can study no more than one third (33%) of their course by distance and/or online learning. Students must enrol in at least one unit that is not by distance and/or online in each compulsory study period unless the student is completing the last unit of their course. See standard 8.19 and 8.20 of National Code of Practice for Providers of Education and Training to Overseas Students 2018.
CRICOS code: 116876F
International course guides
If you are an international student and wish to find out more about our courses, entry requirements, studying at Monash and more, please download our international course guides below.
International Study Grants
