APG5103 · Policy analysis

Overview

The unit provides you with understandings of the conceptual and theoretical frameworks for policy analysis which are necessary to present effective policy advice to the highest levels of government. Using real-life examples of public policy, the unit explores the challenges of problem definition, analysing and assessing evidence, choosing policy instruments, developing policy options, and preparing and submitting policy advice.

Offerings

Assessment

The Handbook does not list a final examination among the assessment items. That is not a guarantee there is none.

Within semester assessment: 100%

Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.

Requisites

Learning outcomes

1. Employ expert knowledge and specialist skills in policy analysis to enable discipline-based solutions relevant to diverse business, professional and public policy communities;
2. Devise and deliver innovative solutions to policy-related challenges employing advanced critical thinking and research skills;
3. Communicate policy analysis and options with clarity and purpose.

Workload

Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher directed learning, peer directed learning and online engagement.

Student experience, not official rules. Nothing here changes what the Handbook says.