MGX9370

Policy analysis

(BUS)

Dr Ken Coghill

6 points + 3-hour class per week + Second semester + City + OCDL + Prerequisite: MGX9230

Synopsis: This subject assists students to understand how the public policy process operates and the role of interest groups in policy development, to be familiar with a range of public policy cases and to be competent in the preparation of case studies. Public policy process theory is discussed in the light of specific cases, and related to a broad range of practitioner experience.

Assessment: Public policy portfolio report (700 words): 20% + Theoretical review (2500 words): 40% + Case study report (2500 words): 40%