Master of Public Policy and Management (344AB) // Attributes, outcomes and skills

Intended learning outcomes

Students who successfully complete the Master of Public Policy and Management should be able to:

• Explain how contrasting systems of government, analytical frameworks, key paradigms and macro trends shape contemporary public policy and management practices and debates
• Formulate scholarly arguments in the sphere of public policy and management through the synthesis of political science literature and specialised policy material
• Critique real-world practices of policy-making and public management based on theoretical awareness
• Communicate complex ideas effectively in the context of public policy and management
• Apply appropriate theories and methods to scrutinise real-world public policy and management case studies
• Analyse different policy and public service environments in relation to governance and power
• Produce policy research informed by existent body of knowledge in public policy and management
• Design robust, theoretically-informed solutions to public policy and management dilemmas
• Apply relevant academic theory and skills of analysis to professional practice, including policy research, in a specialised public policy context

Generic skills

Students who successfully complete the Master of Public Policy and Management will be able to:

• Present critical analysis of sources; 
• Apply critical thinking and reasoning skills;
• Demonstrate effective oral, written and non-verbal communication skills; 
• Employ research skills; 
• Exercise reflection skills; 
• Display evaluative judgement;
• Demonstrate organisational skills and ability to work collaboratively; 
• Display digital literacy skills. 

Graduate attributes