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The Master of Government Degree is a professional programme focusing on understanding the workings and challenges of an Islam-driven system of government. The programme seeks to develop highly educated and skilled workers with knowledge related to: leadership, Islamic governance, strategy, policy and implementation.
Effective August 2022, students enrolled from August 2022 onwards must complete 52 MCs (8 core modules and 3 option modules) to complete the Master of Government
Students enrolled from January 2022 and before are eligible to graduate with 48 MCs.
| CODE | MAJOR CORE MODULES | MC | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CG-5101 | Islamic Governance & Leadership | 4 |
| 2 | CG-5109 | Introduction to Systematic Review and Metaanalysis | 4 |
| 3 | CG-5103 | Civil Service, Law & Government | 4 |
| 4 | CG-5104 | Islamic Epistemology & Research Methods | 4 |
| 5 | CG-5105 | Digital Learning for Professional Development | 4 |
| 6 | CG-5106 | Data Analytics and Report Writing | 4 |
| 7 | CG-5107 | Digital Innovation Project: Analysis & Portfolio | 12 |
| 8 | CG-5108 | Strategic Foresight & Planning | 4 |
| Total MC | 40 | ||
| CODE | OPTION MODULES (Choose THREE Optional modules for 12 MCs) |
MC | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CG-5301 | The Negara System of Government | 4 |
| 2 | CG-5302 | Public Policy for Innovation Management | 4 |
| 3 | CG-5303 | Work-based Learning for Innovation and Change | 4 |
| 4 | CG-5304 | Strategic Foresight & Policy Analysis | 4 |
| 5 | CG-5305 | International Legal Issues | 4 |
| 6 | CG-5308 | Islam and Society | 4 |
| 7 | CG-5309 | Contemporary Global Issues | 4 |
| 8 | CG-5310 | Quantitative Research | 4 |
| 9 | CG-5311 | Data analysis methods in Quantitative Research | 4 |
| 10 | CG-5312 | Qualitative Research | 4 |
| 11 | CG-5313 | Innovation in Islamic Governance | 4 |
| 12 | CG-5315 | A World of Regions: ASEAN and the EU in a Globalising World |
4 |
| 13 | CG-5316 | Organisational Moral Learning | 4 |
| Total Optional MCs | 12 | ||
| Minimum Qualifications (either one of the following) | |
| Bachelor’s Degree | Bachelor’s Degree AND at least five (5) years of working experience at executive or management level |
| Other Qualifications | Any other qualification which is deemed equivalent or fit may be considered by Faculty and approved by Senate on a case-by-case basis. |
| Minimum English Requirement (either one the following) | |
| GCE O’ Level | At least a credit in English Language at GCE ‘O’ Level |
| IGCSE English as a Second language | Grade B |
| IELTS | 6.5 |
| TOEFL | 550 |
The applicant may be required to undergo an interview on a case by case basis.
| Mode of study | Part-time |
|---|---|
| Duration | Up to 12 years |
| Fees | |
| Total programme fee | BND $9100 |
| 4 Modular credits (MC) | BND $700 |
| A minimum total of 48 modular credits (MC) are required for the award of the Master of Government programme. | |
For interested applicants, please email directly to office.c3l@ubd.edu.bn or enter http://apply.c3l.ubd.edu.bn
We welcome applicants with a Bachelor’s Degree and at least five (5) years of working experience at an executive or management level. Alternatively, applicants who do not meet the requirements stated but may have other formal qualifications deemed equivalent or appropriate (e.g. formal training, relevant professional experience) may be considered and approved for admission on a case-by-case basis.*
B100 or EDP participants may also qualify for module exemptions subject to approval.
All classes are conducted online through CANVAS – students have access to digital resources such as video lectures, presentations and readings. However, you may be required to meet your lecturer atleast once a month either online or in person (depending on the module).
You may require an updated computer device (smart phone and tablet can also be used) with the latest operating system and web browser. An updated browser like Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome, Safari or Internet Explorer A good broadband connection is a necessity. (If accessing over a mobile device or tablet, please ensure you are using a strong wifi connection and are not relying on the 3G or 4G data services).
Students are required to take at least 1 module or maximum 4 modules each semester. At the end of the programme, students will need to take all core modules (8 modules) and 3 option modules which equals to a total of 52 MCs
Effective August 2022, students enrolled from August 2022 onwards must complete 52 MCs (8 core modules and 3 option modules) to complete the Master of Government
Students enrolled from January 2022 and before are eligible to graduate with 48 MCs.
The maximum duration for students to complete the Master of Government degree programme is 12 years
No, The Master of Government programme is assessed through 100% coursework – assignments and essays.
$700 per 4MCs module.
If you are interested in taking a short course, discover our 14-Week Short Courses programme here: https://openlearn.ubd.edu.bn/
Students are taught through a blended learning approach providing you with face-to-face classes (optional) and online access to digital resources that will enable you to study at your own pace and time.