James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2021

PL3002 - Policy Analysis and Management

Subject Description

This subject provides an introduction to the concepts associated with public policy analysis and management. It covers competing policy goals and trade-offs, the various ways that governments and societal interests define policy problems, and the tools governments use in the policy process. Emphasis will be on applying this knowledge to analyse alternative policy choices. The subject is designed to cater to a wide variety of students with an interest in public policy and its management.

Learning Outcomes

• Apply relevant policy concepts to a range of social and political issues
• Analyse and evaluate alternative policy choices to resolving societal problems
• Communicate policy advice to relevant stakeholders

Subject Assessment

• Written > Examination (centrally administered) - (50%) - Individual
• Oral > Presentation 1 - (20%) - Group
• Written > Briefing paper - (30%) - Group

Note that minor variations might occur due to the continuous subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.

Inadmissible Subject Combinations:  PL2002 PL5002

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