Navigate your path to leadership in the public sector with QUT Business School, a leader in business and government education.

If you're looking to develop your management skills and advance into a leadership role, the QUT Public Sector Management Program (PSMP) is for you. Developed in collaboration with government and backed by experience, this trusted program is tailored for mid-level managers working in the public sector.

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A world-class business education

We're Australia’s first business school to earn the triple crown accreditation. Less than 1% of all business schools globally have achieved triple accreditation, and we're proud to be part of this distinguished group. With this stamp of approval, you’ll be connecting with a business school that delivers recognised and exceptional real-world opportunities.

Over 30 years of proven success

Since its inception in Adelaide in 1991 and national rollout in 1992, the PSMP has built over three decades of proven success. With such a trusted program, you can feel confident knowing you’ll gain industry-relevant knowledge necessary to navigate the public sector effectively.

Drawing on over a decade of experience delivering the PSMP, QUT’s team of academics and industry professionals has played a pivotal role in equipping government professionals with the skills and expertise required to advance into leadership roles.

Want to know more?

Join us at our upcoming information sessions to explore the real value of our PSMP and discover the benefits of further education with QUT Business School. These sessions are open to prospective students, managers, and HR representatives. Attend our online sessions to hear directly from PSMP academics and alumni and get all your questions answered.

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Learning you can apply from day one

'The QUT Public Sector Management Program was highly applicable to my workplace. In every assignment and every module, I was able to make direct links to the topic and apply it to my day-to-day work.'

Kahl Noy
Director of Closing the Gap at Services Australia

Develop leadership

'The QUT PSMP helped me professionally, but also personally - it's really developed me as a leader. My perspective on leadership has evolved. I've realised that even if you don't have all the technical skills, you can still step into leadership roles. It's about putting the right structure in place and working with the people who do.'

Karley Lawler
Director Planning Services at the Department of State Development, Infrastructure and Planning, Queensland Government

Why choose the Public Sector Management Program?

Delivered by QUT Business School, PSMP brings together knowledge from across the university to help you and your organisation upskill and stay relevant.

Gain a recognised qualification

Grow your career and take the first step towards further study with the QUT PSMP. Study an accredited program, custom-designed for public sector professionals. You'll graduate with a Graduate Certificate in Business and receive credit towards further study, giving you a pathway to continue building your leadership capabilities.

Study around your schedule

Move your public sector career forward, balancing study with work demands. With flexible options to study virtually (online classes) or in person across Australia, the QUT PSMP fits around your schedule, supports your career goals, and gives you the flexibility to shape your own learning journey.

Build connections that last

Join one of Australia's largest networks of public sector professionals. With more than 30 years of impact and over a decade of national delivery through QUT, the PSMP connects you with a community of more than 15,000 graduates, including more than 3,000 from QUT, across departments, jurisdictions and all levels of government.

Learn from public sector experts

Developed in collaboration with government, the QUT PSMP equips you with the skills to excel in the public sector. Delivered by leading academics and enriched by insights from public sector leaders and guest speakers, the program combines academic excellence with practical learning to help you lead with confidence and shape the future of the public sector.

Meet our students and alumni

As part of our PSM Program, you'll join an impressive national cohort and network of alumni, encompassing public service and government leaders at local, state, and federal levels.

Craig Hunter

Principal Consultant, Leadership and Learning, Queensland Government

‘QUT's PSMP empowers you to grow both professionally and personally, shaping you into a stronger leader. It delves into your psyche, unpacking your leadership identity, understanding why you do what you do, while recognising your skills, strengths and identifying areas for development. I’ve left PSMP with a better understanding of myself as a future leader, with desire to continue to grow and the confidence to succeed.’

Esther Au

Head of Communications at The Fred Hollows Foundation

'The Public Sector Management Program gave me a practical grounding in business responsibilities and a stronger understanding of how our environment shapes leaders' decision-making. It allowed me to grow professionally, make a bigger impact and gave me a pathway to extend my learning and confidence with an Executive MBA.'

Flexible payment options

Several government departments and agencies have a centrally funded pool of places for which you can apply directly for. Alternatively, you can apply with the financial support of your supervisor or another area of your department or agency. Departments and agencies now have the option to pay fees in full at course commencement or pay the unit cost at the commencement of each unit. Please contact us to find out if your agency provides central funding.

Students also have the option to pay their own fees, charged at the commencement of each unit. This independent payment facility is not offered to staff of the Northern Territory Government. Students who opt to pay their own fees may not have to pay anything upfront if they are eligible for a FEE-HELP loan. Note that employer authorisation to participate in the course is still required.

PSMP real-world stories

Hear from our PSMP students, alumni, and academics.

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Whether you're ready to take the next step or simply exploring your options, speak with our PSMP program team to discover the true value of our Public Sector Management Program.

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Blended or virtual delivery

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Learn more about the real value of studying QUT’s PSMP.

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