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Executive Internship (PPMN90039)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 25Off Campus
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Semester 1
Semester 2
Dr David McGinniss david.mcginniss@unimelb.edu.au
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In this subject students will be placed in an organisation which either has governmental responsibilities or deals with government, where they will work under the supervision and guidance of a senior manager in the organisation. Students will be required to use their own networks to make an initial contact with a potential organisation. Their choice will then need to be ratified by the department. Students will carry out research or analytical exercises of relevance to the organisation that will be involved in high-level and complex policy making. Students will study the structure, culture and policy environment of the organisation and develop advanced analytical, research and report-writing skills as well as negotiating and interpersonal skills. Students completing this course should expect to acquire significant insight into the complexities of policy making and management. During the internship an academic supervisor will advise them.
If primary research is carried out during the internship, ethics approval is the responsibility of the host organisation.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- Analyse the organisation in which they are placed and its policy-making responsibilities, approaches and context
- Transfer academic skills of analysis, research, and report-writing to professional practice
- Demonstrate hands-on expertise required to deliver consultancy-type research services
- Apply professional communication and interpersonal skills to effectively convey complex ideas in a public policy context.
Generic skills
On completion of this subject, students will be able to:
- Employ research skills
- Apply critical thinking and evaluate judgement
- Demonstrate effective communication skills
- Demonstrate organisational skills and ability to work collaboratively.
Last updated: 8 November 2024