Graduate Certificate of Politics and Policy
Course summary for current students
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| Award granted | Graduate Certificate of Politics and Policy |
|---|---|
| Campus | Off campus |
| Duration | 1 year part time |
| Deakin course code | A516 |
Course sub-headings
Course overview
The emphasis of this course is on the development and implementation of public policy under conditions of democratic governance. Students gain an understanding and practical training focused on the relations between government, the private sector and community organisations and between different levels of government (municipal, state, national, and international). Particular attention is given to the challenges posed by the normative requirements of democracy. The focus on democratic governance within contemporary contexts characterised by rapid change and globalisation distinguishes this course from traditional public policy studies which concentrate primarily on public sector management. In most units, a comparative approach is employed that situates Australian experiences within an international context.
Fees and charges
Unit fees can be viewed within individual unit descriptions. You can search for a unit using the Unit Search.
Please be aware:
- Fees are calculated on a per unit basis
- Fees charged will depend on the individual units chosen
- Fees per unit/credit point may increase annually due to rises in the cost of course delivery and services
Course rules
To qualify for the award of Graduate Certificate of Politics and Policy, a student must successfully complete 4 credit points of study comprising:- 1 credit point of a compulsory core unit (either AIP746 OR AIP773); and
- 3 credit points of electives selected from the specified list of units below
Course structure
Core unit
Select 1 of the following:
Trimester 1
| AIP773 | Governance and Accountability (B, X) |
OR
Trimester 2
| AIP746 | Democratic Governance (X) |
Electives
Select 3 credit points from the following list of electives:
Trimester 1
| AIP740 | Public Policy Analysis (X) |
| AIP745 | Comparative Local Governance (X) |
| AIP773 | Governance and Accountability (B, X) |
| AIP775 | Contracting and Public Private Partnerships (X) |
| ASD704 | Community Development Theory and Practice A (X) |
| ASD711 | Needs Assessment and Strategic Planning (X) |
Trimester 2
| AIP717 | Government and Business (X) |
| AIP746 | Democratic Governance (X) |
| AIP747 | Policy and Program Evaluation (X) |
| AIP748 | Intergovernmental Relations (X) |
| AIP777 | Accountability and Corporate Social Responsibility (X) |
| ASD705 | Community Development Theory and Practice B (X) |
| ASD712 | Monitoring and Evaluation (X) |
Trimester 3
| AIP745 | Comparative Local Governance (X) |
