Entry Requirements for Master of Public Administration (MPA) Here’s what you need to study for an MPA at Miva University Five O'level credit passes including English Language and Mathematics. Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of second class (Lower Division) in any field. HND graduates require a Postgraduate Diploma to be eligible. Candidates are expected to have a?minimum of 2 years post-bachelor’s relevant work experience. Applicants with lower academic results may generally need to demonstrate a longer duration of work experience.