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Professional Practice in Policy (PPMN90010)

Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)

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This subject will examine contemporary issues and debates in public policy making in a variety of contexts (Victorian, Australian, and international) through insights provided by professional public policy practitioners. Students will be offered a unique opportunity to hear first-hand accounts of the public policy process as experienced by professionals, and will participate in the examination and analysis of contemporary case studies of public policy in action.

Intended learning outcomes

On completion of this subject students should:



  • gain familiarity with contemporary issues and debates in public policy making;
  • gain an understanding of policy making processes and institutions;
  • be able to demonstrate competence in independent research and analysis;
  • gain professional skills in policy analysis and design;
  • be able to apply theory to professional practice;
  • be able to apply theories and methods to the analysis of public policy case studies.

Generic skills

On completion of this subject students should:

  • be able to analyse and think critically in relation to public policy;
  • be able to demonstrate a capacity to undertake independent research;
  • be able to demonstrate written communication skills.

Last updated: 3 November 2022