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View Programme Profile (Academic Year: 2023/2024)
Programme NameBachelor of Social Science (Public Management) (0837)
DepartmentDepartment of Government and International Affairs
FacultyFaculty of Social Sciences
Admission CriteriaOne year certificate in Industrial Relations and Social Studies from Critchlow Labour College (CLC) together with a pass at the University of Guyana Entrance Examination (UGEE).
OR
The Government Technical Institute Ordinary Diploma in Commerce (ODC).
OR
The Government Technical Institute Ordinary Certificate in Business Studies.
OR
One year certificate in Industrial Relations and Management (IDCE).
OR
Trained Teacher's Certificate, Grade I, Class I.
OR
A Diploma from the University of Guyana or other recognized post-secondary institution.
OR
A Degree or its equivalent in another Department/Faculty or its equivalent from a recognized post-secondary institution.
OR
Any qualification considered by the University to be equivalent to any of the above.
OR
At least five (5) subjects at CXC/CSEC (General Proficiency), grades I, II, or III or GCE "O" level, grades A, B, or C. Subjects must include English Language.
OR
Mature age (21 years and over) together with a pass at the University of Guyana Entrance Examination (UGEE).
Tuition FeeFirst Year - GYD: $228,448 | USD: $5,711
Second Year - GYD: $228,448 | USD: $5,711
Third Year - GYD: $228,448 | USD: $5,711
Fourth Year - GYD: $228,448 | USD: $5,711
First Year
Semester 1
Course Code Course Name Delivery Mode Course Credit Remarks
AAA4104 Additional Course (4 Credits) Not Specified 4 Slot for Chinese courses
DPM1100 Introduction to Public Management Online 3
ECN1100 Introductory Micro-Economics Hybrid (Online and In Class) 4
ENG1105 Introduction to the Use of English Hybrid (Online and In Class) 4
POL1100 Theory and Practice of Politics Online 3
SOC1100 The Study of Society Online 3
Semester 2
Course Code Course Name Delivery Mode Course Credit Remarks
AAA4204 Additional Course (4 Credits) Not Specified 4 Slot for Chinese courses
DPM1200 Administrative Techniques Online 3
ECN1200 Introductory Macro-Economics Hybrid (Online and In Class) 4
ECN1203 Introductory Statistics Hybrid (Online and In Class) 3
ENG1205 Use of English Online 4
POL1200 Introduction to Political Structures and Institutions Online 3

Total Cost: GYD $228,448 | USD $5,711

Second Year
Semester 1
Course Code Course Name Delivery Mode Course Credit Remarks
ACT1100 Introduction to Accounting Online 4
DPM2100 Introduction to Public Finance and Budgeting Online 3
DPM2102 Supervisory Management Techniques Online 4
MNG2100 Computer Studies I Online 4
Semester 2
Course Code Course Name Delivery Mode Course Credit Remarks
DPM2200 Introduction to Public Policy Online 3
DPM3200 Public Financial Management Hybrid (In Class/Online) 4
MNG2200 Computer Studies II Online 4
MNG2202 Organisational Theory and Behaviour Online 4

Total Cost: GYD $228,448 | USD $5,711

Third Year
Semester 1
Course Code Course Name Delivery Mode Course Credit Remarks
ACT2100 Financial Accounting I Online 4
ACT3101 Public Sector Accounting Online 4
DPM3101 Organisational Analysis Hybrid (In Class/Online) 4
POL3100 Introduction to Caribbean Politics Online 3
Semester 2
Course Code Course Name Delivery Mode Course Credit Remarks
DPM3201 Public Programme Planning Hybrid (In Class/Online) 4
DPM3202 Management Skills Development Hybrid (In Class/Online) 4
DPM3205 Human Resource Management Online 4
DPM3209 Local, Regional & Municipal Government Online 4

Total Cost: GYD $228,448 | USD $5,711

Fourth Year
Semester 1
Course Code Course Name Delivery Mode Course Credit Remarks
DPM4100 Public Policy Making & Analysis Online 4
DPM4106 Strategic Public Sector Management Hybrid (In Class/Online) 4
GIA4104 Research Strategies & Techniques Online 3
POL3105 Introduction to International Relations Online 3
Semester 2
Course Code Course Name Delivery Mode Course Credit Remarks
DPM4206 Management Systems Design & Analysis Hybrid (In Class/Online) 4
GIA4204 Independent Research Project Hybrid (In Class/Online) 3
WWW1201 Elective (3 or 4 credits) Not Specified 3 Choose POL 3207, IRL3209, or IRL 4201 for this elective course after consultation with your HOD.
ZZZ1202 Elective (4 credits) Not Specified 4 Choose DPM4207 for this elective course. If you need any clarification, Please consult HOD.

Total Cost: GYD $228,448 | USD $5,711