Graduate Certificate In Public Policy

Course details A successful government must design and implement policies that will further the economic, social and legal interests of its citizens. The Graduate Certificate in Public Policy is designed to give graduate students an understanding of the role of the government in economic activity, public policy and legal decision-making. It focuses on how the government interacts with the economy and the law and examines, for example: economic growth, stability, taxation, criminal justice, infrastructure provision, regulation, health, defence, education and social security. About the course Students who study public policy will work in all levels of government, in the not-for-profit sector, in consulting firms and in international organisations. They can be social entrepreneurs, policy analysts, consultants to government or hold public office. This course will give you the necessary multidisciplinary understanding of these roles, and help you to understand, design and evaluate economic and public policies. Career Pathways The Graduate Certificate in Public Policy is designed to nurture future leaders of government, non-profit, and private sector organisations that are aimed at pursuing the public interest. Graduates may be employed as public policy analysts (either in economics or public administration and governance), as well as managers in public sector departments and agencies. Career Opportunities Research Officer Analyst Economist Land Economist Parliamentarian Policy Analyst Policy and Planning Manager Further Study Students may choose to progress into the Master of Public Policy, with full credit for completed units.