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Graduate Certificate in Public Policy
University of Canberra
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00212K
The Graduate Certificate in Public Policy is aimed at middle-level managers and professionals in the workforce industries that service the community in Canberra and Australia more widely, including the Australian Public Service, Local and State governments, NGOs, and not for profit sectors aiming to influence government policy. The Certificate introduces the study and practice of public policy and explores a range of critical and analytical perspectives on the broad political, economic and cultural factors informing the development and implementation of public policy in Australia. It provides students with the capacity to critically analyse and understand evidence-based practice in developing sound public policy, as well as a conceptual understanding of the use of data, statistics and their analysis that can be readily applied to the real life challenges of policy analysis. Graduates will apply knowledge and skills by demonstrating well developed judgement on the significance of equity from the multiple standpoints of race, class, gender, age and ability including the crucial role of leadership in effecting equitable outcomes.
Structure
12 credit points
Standard entry requirements
- A completed bachelors degree or equivalent
- Or 3 years relevant work experience.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Canberra | Domestic: $13,150 | No |
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