AAPAM–eLearnLXD Scholarship for the
UNN Online Master’s in
Public Administration (MPA)
Advance Africa's Public Service. Unlock Your Leadership Potential.
Advance Africa's Public Service. Unlock Your Leadership Potential.
The University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), is a land-grant institution created to recruit and nurture well-grounded intellectuals with enormous capacity for innovative problem-solving strategies in the world. Consequently, her Online MPA programme stands as an ingenious afrocentric model for purposeful collaboration in effective and efficient human capital development fit for the global community. As a result, with AAPAM and eLearnLXD, UNN is synergistically linking the expertise of African scholars, professionals, and the diaspora to create a shared platform for critical leadership development.
This partnership embodies Africa's collective commitment to strengthening governance, accountability, and service delivery through inclusive digital education. Therefore, without hesitation, I strongly encourage aspiring public sector leaders and other intellectual-minded personalities and organizations to take advantage of this opportunity offered by the UNN Online MPA programme to acquire and utilize the skills, values, and global perspectives needed to drive meaningful change in the private and public sectors in the global community.
Prof. Chikelue Ofuebe
Professor of Public Administration and Local Government and former Director, Directorate of International Collaboration, University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN)
The AAPAM–eLearnAfrica Scholarship supports outstanding public servants and AAPAM members to pursue the UNN Online MPA.
This partnership bridges access to quality, flexible education that strengthens Africa's governance capacity.
AAPAM members receive a USD 500 scholarship toward the USD 2,500 tuition, reducing their total program cost to USD 2,000.
Earn a prestigious Master's degree from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka—one of Africa's leading institutions recognized worldwide for academic excellence.
Study from anywhere, at your own pace. Balance your career, family, and education with a fully online program designed for working professionals.
Learn from case studies, policies, and governance models rooted in African contexts—preparing you to lead effectively across the continent.
Apply what you learn immediately. The program combines rigorous theory with practical tools you can use to solve challenges in your organization today.
Connect with a diverse cohort of public sector leaders, policymakers, and professionals from across Africa—building relationships that last beyond graduation.
Your Path to Leadership Excellence
Go beyond textbooks — gain mastery of the latest public policy theories and learn exactly how to apply them to solve real challenges in governance and development today.
Move from theory to impact through immersive case studies, policy simulations, and applied projects that prepare you to make decisions with confidence.
Position yourself for leadership roles in government, NGOs, and international development agencies — the degree signals to employers that you are ready for high-level responsibility.
Study from anywhere in the world and fit your learning around your work and life commitments, without putting your career on hold.
Every course is designed with Africa's governance and development context in mind, making your learning immediately relevant to your environment.
Join a community of civil servants, policy experts, and leaders across the continent, creating lifelong professional connections and opportunities.
AAPAM's involvement in this scholarship strengthens your access to a continental network of experienced public administration professionals and leaders across Africa.
Graduate with the tools, mindset, and network to influence policy, improve public services, and drive sustainable development in your community and beyond.
Admission into the UNN Online MPA program is open to qualified candidates. AAPAM members in good standing qualify for the scholarship offer.
BSc in Public Administration or any discipline in Social Sciences and Humanities with a minimum CGPA of 2.50.
Candidates with an honors degree in political science who would have taken a minimum of 12 credit hours in Public Administration.
Candidates with a Postgraduate Diploma in Public Administration from a recognized institution with a minimum CGPA of 2.50.
Serving Senior Administrative/Managerial Staff for the programme must have a CGPA of at least 2.50 in any discipline from a recognised university or related institution. Such a candidate must have at least five years of working experience.
The duration for the MPA programme shall be a minimum of four (4) semesters.
The African Association for Public Administration and Management (AAPAM) is a continental body dedicated to promoting excellence, innovation, and professionalism in public administration and management in Africa. It serves as a platform for knowledge exchange, policy dialogue, and capacity building to strengthen governance and service delivery across the continent.
This partnership responds to the growing demand for accessible, flexible, and high-quality postgraduate education for public servants and managers across Africa. It represents a shared commitment to advancing professional excellence, innovation, and leadership in public administration through digitally enabled learning and training.
These scholarship opportunities are offered to eligible AAPAM members in good standing to pursue the Online Master's in Public Administration (MPA) offered by the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN).
Upon completion of this program, you will be equipped with the skills and knowledge to:
The AAPAM–eLearnAfrica Scholarship supports eligible members' access to these transformative outcomes.
Design and evaluate policies to address complex governance and development challenges
Apply modern public sector management tools to enhance service delivery and institutional performance
Lead diverse teams and organizations with vision, ethics, and accountability
Align policy strategies with national priorities and global development frameworks
Join a select group of change-makers who are shaping the future of governance across Africa. The skills you gain will not only advance your career but also empower you to drive meaningful change in your community and beyond.
Find answers to common questions about the UNN Online MPA program and scholarship.
You can apply online through our application portal at this link. The application process includes submitting academic transcripts, a personal statement, and professional references. AAPAM members in good standing are eligible for the scholarship.
Yes, the UNN Online MPA program is fully online with no mandatory on-campus requirements. You can study from anywhere in the world while maintaining your current professional commitments. Optional networking events and graduation ceremonies may be held on campus.
Online students receive comprehensive support including access to the eLearnLXD Learning Management System, dedicated faculty support, technical assistance, digital library resources, and networking opportunities through AAPAM's continental network of public administration professionals.
AAPAM members in good standing receive a USD 500 scholarship toward the USD 2,500 tuition, reducing their total program cost to USD 2,000. This scholarship supports outstanding public servants pursuing the UNN Online MPA to strengthen Africa's governance capacity.
The duration for the MPA programme is a minimum of four (4) semesters. The flexible online format allows you to balance your studies with your professional and personal commitments.
Applicants need a first degree in Public Administration or Social Sciences with a minimum CGPA of 2.50, or an honors degree in Political Science with at least 12 credit hours in Public Administration, or a Postgraduate Diploma in Public Administration. Senior administrative/managerial staff with at least five years of working experience are also eligible.
You can apply online through our application portal or contact our admissions team. The application process includes submitting academic transcripts, a personal statement, and professional references.
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Join the UNN Online MPA program and become part of a select group of leaders shaping the future of governance across Africa. AAPAM members in good standing are eligible for scholarship support.