166-419 Policy Design

Entry into the Postgraduate Certificate in Arts (Public Policy and Management), Postgraduate Diploma in Arts (Public Policy and Management), or Master of Public Policy and Management two-year program.

This subject examines policy making from a number of different theoretical perspectives, introduces a range of methods and approaches to examining public policy, and develops policy design skills. It introduces students to how policy is made, through examining key theoretical models of the policy process. Methodologies, approaches and strategies for addressing contemporary policy issues are explored. The subject uses these policy models and theories, in conjunction with an introduction to methods for undertaking research and gathering evidence, to teach the political and technical skills of policy design. On completion of the subject, students should be able to demonstrate competence in critical and creative thinking, and the use of critical analysis and research methods to integrate arguments and evidence into the design of public policy.

• Demonstrate written communication skills

• Critical thinking and analysis skills in relation to public policy

• Demonstrate a capacity to undertake independent research

A class test of 2000 words 40% (due mid-semester), and a 3000 word policy design brief 60% (end of semester).

A subject reader will be available from the Bookroom at the beginning of semester