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Public Consultation & Policy Negotiation (PPMN90035)

Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)

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This subject is based around understanding different forms of public consultation where students will explore theories and techniques of engagement in order to increase democratic participation. Participants will also be exposed to a broad range of theories including deliberative democracy, codesign and the use of digital tools in collaboration. Students will also have the chance to participate in an in-class consultation exercise where they will have to negotiate an outcome.

Intended learning outcomes

Students who successfully complete this subject should be able to:

  • Identify, compare, explain and translate major traditions, trends, challenges and policy responses and reforms in processes of public policy consultation and negotiation with a nuanced appreciation of the expectations and roles of key actors and institutions
  • Critically select and employ appropriate research methods and techniques based on rigorous analysis, careful consideration of a range of data sources and cogent methodological frameworks along with an appreciation of emerging and innovative professional practices to establish strong evidentiary foundations
  • Demonstrate mastery of the latest scholarship with confidence to discern and appraise contextual factors that could influence or impact desired outcomes
  • Tailor strategies to empower a range of key actors to negotiate change and to effectively resolve or mitigate conflict
  • Be able to summarise, synthesise and meaningfully advise key policy community stakeholders correctly using both specialist and non-specialist language
  • Clearly and persuasively communicate to diverse audiences.

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: 30 August 2024