The Diploma in Public Management at MUT equips students with the theory and practical skills needed to administer and manage the delivery of government services effectively and efficiently. South Africa's public sector employs hundreds of thousands of people across national, provincial, and local government to deliver housing, education, transport, health, and municipal services. The programme develops the management, communication, and administrative skills required to navigate complex government structures and drive meaningful service delivery in communities.
English Home Language or English First Additional Language: 40% (Level 3)
Total minimum APS: 25 (excluding Life Orientation)
Government Administrator – Manages administrative functions within a national or provincial government department, handling policy implementation and public correspondence.
Public Service Manager – Oversees the delivery of government programmes and services at departmental level across South Africa’s public sector.
Community Development Worker – Facilitates access to government services and development programmes for communities at local government level.
Municipal Manager (entry level) – Supports the administration of a South African municipality’s daily functions, working towards senior management with experience and further study.
Policy Analyst (Junior) – Assists in researching, drafting, and reviewing government policies and legislation for submission to Parliament or provincial legislatures.
