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    Master of Public Administration in Chinese Governance for Developing Countries (MPA-CGDC)

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    Guangzhou, CNMPAIn-person1 year
    CN¥90,000.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    25
    Cohort
    students

    Master of Public Administration in Chinese Governance for Developing Countries (MPA-CGDC) at Sun Yat-sen University is a 1-year, in-person MPA program based in Guangzhou, CN. Tuition is CN¥90,000.

    About the program

    One-year program focusing on development and governance in contemporary China, particularly social, economic, and political transitions since reform and opening up. Covers Chinese public management and policies from dimensions of society, economy, history and culture, law, and politics, with lectures, seminars, case studies, fieldwork, and a master thesis.

    Focus: both
    Public Administration 3-4 (ShanghaiRanking 2021) | Public Administration A (4th China Discipline Evaluation)

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Jun 6, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min new TOEFL score of 80 and above (reference standard)
    IELTS
    optional
    Min IELTS score of 6.0 and above (reference standard)

    After the program

    CN¥36,000.00
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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Public Administration in Chinese Governance for Developing Countries (MPA-CGDC) at Sun Yat-sen University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Public Administration in Chinese Governance for Developing Countries (MPA-CGDC) at Sun Yat-sen University is CN¥90,000.
    Is Master of Public Administration in Chinese Governance for Developing Countries (MPA-CGDC) at Sun Yat-sen University online or in-person?
    Master of Public Administration in Chinese Governance for Developing Countries (MPA-CGDC) at Sun Yat-sen University is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Public Administration in Chinese Governance for Developing Countries (MPA-CGDC) at Sun Yat-sen University take to complete?
    Master of Public Administration in Chinese Governance for Developing Countries (MPA-CGDC) at Sun Yat-sen University is structured around 1 year.
    How large is the Master of Public Administration in Chinese Governance for Developing Countries (MPA-CGDC) at Sun Yat-sen University cohort?
    Master of Public Administration in Chinese Governance for Developing Countries (MPA-CGDC) at Sun Yat-sen University typically enrolls around 25 students per cohort.