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, … For more content click the Read More button below.
Offerings
T3-58-CAULFIELD-ON-EV-BLK
T3-58-CAULFIELD-ONL-EV-BLK
Requisites
Prohibition
Rules
Enrolment Rule
Contacts
Chief Examiner(s)
Professor Michael Mintrom
Unit Coordinator(s)
Professor Michael Mintrom
Notes
This unit is taught either in intensive mode or across standard teaching periods. For intensive mode teaching dates, please refer to the non-standard dates website for the census date and information regarding financial penalties.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you should be able to:
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.
Teaching approach
Active learning
Problem-based learning
Assessment summary
Within semester assessment: 100%
Assessment
1 - Policy brief
2 - Analytical exercise
3 - Presentation
4 - Participation
Scheduled and non-scheduled teaching activities
Lectures
Workshops
Workload requirements
Workload