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Public Management (PPMN90006)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 25On Campus (Parkville)
About this subject
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- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
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Overview
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This is one of the compulsory subjects in the Master of Public Policy and Management and as one of the final subjects will draw upon the key theoretical and analytical perspectives and debates introduced in the core subjects. There have been widespread changes to the nature and operation of public sector activity around the world over the last few decades and these have posed significant challenges and opportunities for public sector managers. This course provides a forum to debate, interrogate, and analyse these challenges through a series of structured managerial dilemmas (i.e. cases). Complex public service environments in Australia and internationally are examined, particularly the trends in public management reform, the underlying political ideas, and the impacts on policy and practice. The subject focuses on the implications of these changes for the design and delivery of public services, the role and functions of public managers and their relations with politicians, non–governmental actors and the public.
Intended learning outcomes
Students who successfully complete this subject should be able to:
- Identify, compare, explain and translate major traditions, trends, and challenges in public sector management, particularly increased marketised practices and involvement from non-government actors
- Critically select and employ appropriate research methods and techniques based on case study analysis, particularly cases of innovation or approaches exemplifying current best practice
- Using the latest research provide advice to steer organisations in unfamiliar contexts towards desired outcomes
- Confidently and assuredly work with complexity in terms of information and managerial contexts as detailed in case studies to determine how public managers can best achieve their objectives
- Clearly and persuasively communicate to diverse audiences, particularly high‐level government delegations with an awareness of cultural norms and sensitivities.
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
Admission into the 344AB Master of Public Policy and Management
AND
For students in the 200pt Program course entry point only:
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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PPMN90037 | Governance |
February (On Campus - Parkville)
July (On Campus - Parkville)
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25 |
Students in the 200 Point program or 150 Point program should complete this subject in their final 100 points of the program.
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
Please note: Students can not enrol in both PPMN90007 Public Policy Analysis and PPMN90006 Public Management in the same semester without the approval of the Director of Master of Public Policy and Management
Recommended background knowledge
Political Science 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
February
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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Hurdle requirement: Students are required to attend a minimum of 100% of classes in order to pass this subject and regular class participation is expected. | Throughout the teaching period | N/A |
Case Response
| 2 weeks after Day 2 of classes | 20% |
Group case presentation
| On the final day of classes | 20% |
Strategy Paper
| 6 weeks after the final day of classes | 60% |
July
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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Hurdle requirement: Students are required to attend a minimum of 100% of classes in order to pass this subject and regular class participation is expected. | Throughout the teaching period | N/A |
Case Response
| 2 weeks after Day 2 of classes | 20% |
Group case presentation
| On the final day of classes | 20% |
Strategy Paper
| 6 weeks after the final day of classes | 60% |
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Dates & times
- February
Coordinator Sarah Ball Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours Total of 48 hours: delivered intensively with 8 hour lectures and seminars per day over six days from the teaching start date. Total time commitment 340 hours Teaching period 24 February 2024 to 12 April 2024 Last self-enrol date 4 March 2024 Census date 22 March 2024 Last date to withdraw without fail 17 May 2024 Assessment period ends 21 June 2024 February contact information
- July
Coordinator Mhamed Biygautane Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours Total of 48 hours: delivered intensively with 8 hour lectures and seminars per day over six days from the teaching start date. Total time commitment 340 hours Teaching period 19 July 2024 to 24 August 2024 Last self-enrol date 26 July 2024 Census date 9 August 2024 Last date to withdraw without fail 13 September 2024 Assessment period ends 19 October 2024 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.
- Links to additional information
Last updated: 31 January 2024