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Gain skills to improve the policy-making process through research methods. Investigate how people act by developing theory-backed research questions. Launch a social research career in public or private sectors or build a foundation to start a PhD.  

Learn critical thinking and problem-solving through case-based teaching. Reflect on the challenges of governing in an increasingly digital world. Get equipped with skills in analysing and researching public policy, and communicating persuasively. 

Gain demographic research skills to inform policy. In this specialisation you will learn to analyse and interpret demographic data so that you can develop policies that will help communities navigate the pressures of population change.  

Understand how taxes and expenditure impact decision-making in economies. Build confidence in benchmarks like efficiency, equity and redistribution so that you can debate on taxes and expenditure. Reach your goals as a public leader of finance. 

Enhance your skills in policy making and public service delivery through the art of communication. Learn the principles of policy communication and persuasion so that you can lead improvements in policy and create the outcomes you desire.  

Prepare yourself for, or boost your abilities, in policymaker and policy analysis roles. Develop deeper ability in analysis and critique of policy competencies. Cover cost-benefit analysis, statistical and stakeholder analysis and more.  

Specialise in policy processes by exploring the link between domestic and international policy making. With this specialisation, you can open your career to global opportunities. Graduate with a niche that is sought-after due to globalisation.  

Understand Indigenous approaches to development so you can create better policies. Learn from experts at the Centre for Aboriginal Economic Policy Research.

Solve problems with integrity and corruption in the process of decision and policy making. Improve governance and public trust through leadership.

Boost your ability to become a leader in your workplace by deepening your knowledge of health policy, systems and institutions. Research and evaluate global health systems. Debate policy formulation, systems and challenges.