Master in Public Management of Local Development

The Second-Level Master in Public Management of Local Development is offered by the University of Catania, Department of Political and Social Sciences. The programme covers local development, social innovation, strategic planning, the governance of public administrations, the management of public affairs and multilevel governance dynamics. The pathway is aimed at those who wish to deepen and update their skills, with a structure that links theoretical reflection to concrete applications in the relevant professional context.

The master lasts 12 months and is full-time and in person in Catania. It comprises 300 hours of assisted teaching, 900 hours of individual study and 300 hours of curricular internship. The cost is €2,500.

The aim is to train professionals with specialist skills in the management and design of public affairs, for roles of responsibility in public administrations and private organisations. Career opportunities are managerial roles in public bodies, consulting firms and companies in territorial innovation and sustainable development. Upon completion, those who successfully finish the pathway obtain the qualification provided and can use the skills acquired in their own professional field or in further study. Concrete prospects nevertheless depend on each participant's starting profile and experience. Those who work should carefully assess the commitment required, in terms of weekly hours and attendance, to understand whether the programme is compatible with other professional or personal commitments.