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Governance (PPMN90037)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 25Dual-Delivery (Parkville)
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February
July
Overview
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This subject examines contemporary issues in governance in Australia and internationally. The subject critically examines both traditional and emerging governance models that have dominated recent public sector reform efforts in many parts of the world. The subject focuses on the implications of these changes for the effectiveness, accountability and legitimacy of contemporary democratic governance. The subject will combine theoretical work regarding the nature of contemporary governance with studies of current debates around specific governance initiatives. The subject will look at a range of governance models operating in contemporary society and the implications of emergent governance models for politicians, public officials, non-governmental actors and citizens and the relationship(s) between global influences and emerging governance frameworks.
Intended learning outcomes
Students who successfully complete this subject should be able to:
- Identify, compare and explain major traditions, trends, challenges and reforms in contemporary political debates and governance systems
- Critically select and employ appropriate research methods and techniques based on rigorous analysis
- Demonstrate mastery of the latest scholarship in studies of governance
- Comfortably and assuredly work with complexity in terms of information to creatively and expertly distinguish between different dilemmas and opportunities
- Assemble and critique case studies
- Improve governance systems by drawing upon best practice
- Execute a governance research project both independently and within groups
Generic skills
Students who successfully complete this subject should have:
- In‐depth knowledge of the disciplines of political science and policy and administration, and the ability to examine governance, policy and public sector reform issues from other disciplinary perspectives
- Critical and strong reasoning skills, and creativity in applying theory and research methods to complex practical problems across diverse contexts.
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- An advanced appreciation of the Asian and Pacific regions, including Indigenous knowledge, cultures and values and sustainable futures
- Autonomy, self‐motivation, self‐direction and outstanding organisational skills to set goals and manage time and priorities
- Skills in self‐assessment, self‐awareness, reflective and lifelong learning, with an overriding commitment to personal and professional integrity
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
PPMN40004
Recommended background knowledge
Political Science and / or Public Policy at Undergraduate level
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Assessment
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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Case study analysis
| Due after Day 2 of classes | 20% |
Theoretical review essay
| Due after Day 4 of classes | 20% |
Group presentation
| On Day 6 | 10% |
Governance reform project
| During the examination period | 50% |
Hurdle requirement: As this is an Intensively-taught subject, Lecture/Seminar attendance is compulsory for all classes and regular class participation is expected. | Throughout the teaching period | N/A |
Additional details
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Dates & times
- February
Coordinators Jeremiah Brown and Michael McGann Mode of delivery Dual-Delivery (Parkville) Contact hours This subject will be delivered as an intensive over 6 days (48 hours). Total time commitment 340 hours Teaching period 24 February 2023 to 15 April 2023 Last self-enrol date 6 March 2023 Census date 24 March 2023 Last date to withdraw without fail 28 April 2023 Assessment period ends 9 June 2023 February contact information
- July
Coordinators Paul Fawcett and Michael McGann Mode of delivery Dual-Delivery (Parkville) Contact hours This subject will be delivered as an intensive over 6 days (48 hours). Total time commitment 340 hours Teaching period 22 July 2023 to 1 September 2023 Last self-enrol date 31 July 2023 Census date 18 August 2023 Last date to withdraw without fail 22 September 2023 Assessment period ends 3 November 2023 July contact information
Time commitment details
340 hours
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Last updated: 31 January 2024
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
Required readings will be made available electronically via LMS prior to the commencement of the subject's intensive teaching period.
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This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Master of Public Policy and Management Course Graduate Diploma in Arts (Advanced) Specialisation (formal) Public Policy and Management - Links to additional information
Last updated: 31 January 2024