Academic programme
Diploma in Public Management
Admissions
Entry requirements
Review the current admission requirements associated with this programme.
- At least five (5) subjects at CXC/CSEC (General Proficiency), grades I, II, or III or IGCSE/GCE 'O' level, grades A, B, or C. Subjects must include English Language.
- One year certificate in Industrial and Social Studies from Critchlow Labour College (CLC) together with a pass at the University of Guyana Entrance Examination (UGEE).
- The Government Technical Institute Ordinary Diploma in Commerce (ODC).
- The Government Technical Institute Ordinary Certificate in Business Studies.
- One year certificate in Industrial Relations and Management (IDCE).
- Trained Teacher's Certificate, Grade I, Class I.
- Mature age (21 years and over) together with a pass at the University of Guyana Entrance Examination (UGEE).
- A Diploma from the University of Guyana or other recognized post-secondary institution.
- A Degree or its equivalent in another Department/Faculty or its equivalent from a recognized post-secondary institution.
- Admit base on Advance Standing Regulation approved by the Academic Board.
Programme structure
Courses by year and semester
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First Year
Semester 1
5 courses| Course code | Course title | Credits | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| AAA4104 | Additional Course (4 Credits) | 4 | Slot for Chinese courses |
| DPM1100 | Introduction to Public Management | 3 | — |
| ENG1105 | Introduction to the Use of English | 4 | — |
| ECN1100 | Introductory Micro-Economics | 4 | — |
| POL1100 | Theory and Practice of Politics | 3 | — |
Semester 2
6 courses| Course code | Course title | Credits | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| AAA4204 | Additional Course (4 Credits) | 4 | Slot for Chinese courses |
| AAA1201 | Additional Course (4 Credits) | 4 | — |
| DPM1200 | Administrative Techniques | 3 | — |
| POL1200 | Introduction to Political Structures and Institutions | 3 | — |
| ECN1200 | Introductory Macro-Economics | 4 | — |
| ENG1205 | Use of English | 4 | — |
Second Year
Semester 1
6 courses| Course code | Course title | Credits | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| AAA1203 | Additional Course (3 Credits) | 3 | Use this course slot in consultation with your Head of Department |
| MNG2100 | Computer Studies I | 4 | — |
| ACT1100 | Introduction to Accounting | 4 | — |
| POL3100 | Introduction to Caribbean Politics | 3 | — |
| DPM2100 | Introduction to Public Finance and Budgeting | 3 | — |
| DPM2102 | Supervisory Management Techniques | 4 | — |
Semester 2
5 courses| Course code | Course title | Credits | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| MNG2200 | Computer Studies II | 4 | — |
| DPM2200 | Introduction to Public Policy | 3 | — |
| DPM3209 | Local, Regional & Municipal Government | 4 | — |
| MNG2202 | Organisational Theory and Behaviour | 4 | — |
| DPM3200 | Public Financial Management | 4 | — |