Introduction

The programme is designed to prepare and equip students with knowledge and skills in public administration; putting emphasis on the needs, at middle and senior levels, required to manage central government, local government and private sector. The programme exposes students to the skills and knowledge in Public Administration development administration management, entrepreneurship and information technology, human development problems and appropriate solutions, efficient management in public and private organizations and the provision of satisfactory customer services.

Entry Qualification

Category A: Direct Entry

1. Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (CSEE) with at least three credits.
   AND
2. must have at least two principal passes in A – level with a total points of 2.5 or more points
   ( where A = 5,B = 4, C = 3, D = 2, E = 1, S =0.5)
   AND
3. Must have a credit in English at O Level
   

Category B: Equivalent Entry Qualification

1. Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (CSEE) with points in three credits or five passes,
   AND
2. Second class diploma in the relevant field of study approved by SMMUCo
   OR
3. Must have met entry requirements at an accredited University (in the case of international students) subject to approval by the SMMUCo.
   

Category C: Mature Age Entry

1. Must be 25 years of age or older in the year of application.
2. Must sit and pass examination in the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) offered by the Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU)
   
   Note: Applicants fulfilling the above conditions must also meet the specific admission requirements listed under the faculty for the programme they wish to pursue.