About this Event
Duration: 1 Full Day (8 Hours)
Delivery Mode: In-Person / Classroom
Language: English
Credits: 8 PDUs / Training Hours
Certification: Course Completion Certificate
Refreshments: Lunch, snacks, and beverages are provided.
Course Overview:
As Australia’s political and administrative hub, Canberra plays a pivotal role in shaping governance and public policy. Professionals working with or within government agencies must understand how policies are developed, implemented, and governed to ensure accountability and lasting impact.
This one-day intensive workshop provides practical insights into policy design, governance structures, and public sector leadership. Through case studies, interactive exercises, and applied learning, you’ll gain the tools needed to navigate governance challenges, design evidence-based policies, and align with best practices in the Australian public sector.
By the end of the session, you’ll be better equipped to lead with integrity, manage risk, and contribute to policies that create real outcomes for communities.
Learning Objective
By the end of this workshop, you will be able to:
• Understand and apply the public policy development cycle.
• Navigate governance frameworks to ensure transparency and accountability.
• Lead policy initiatives using strategic and ethical leadership principles.
• Identify and manage governance and policy-related risks.
• Apply public policy and governance principles in government and NGO contexts.
Target Audience:
• Federal & State Government Employees – policy officers, analysts, and advisors
• Public Sector Managers & Leaders – governance and compliance professionals
• Consultants & Contractors – supporting public agencies and projects
• NGO & Not-for-Profit Leaders – engaged in advocacy and public policy
• Academics & Researchers – focusing on governance and policy studies
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Why you Should Choose this Course?
This course offers a practical pathway to strengthen your understanding of public policy, governance, and leadership in real-world contexts. Through interactive sessions, case studies, and applied exercises, you’ll learn how to design effective policies, manage governance frameworks, and make ethical, evidence-based decisions. Guided by experienced professionals, the workshop equips you with tools and insights that can be applied immediately in your organization. It’s an ideal opportunity to enhance your leadership capability and earn a recognized certification that adds value to your professional profile.
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Agenda
Welcome & Introduction
Module 1: Foundations of Public Policy
Info: • Understanding the policy cycle
• Evidence-based policymaking
• Case studies from Australian policy contexts
Module 2: Governance Frameworks in Action
Info: • Principles of good governance
• Accountability, compliance, and transparency
• Role of boards, agencies, and oversight bodies
Module 3: Strategic Leadership in Policy & Governance
Info: • Leading policy teams and projects
• Decision-making under uncertainty
• Ethics and integrity in leadership
Module 4: Risk & Policy Innovation
Info: • Identifying and managing policy risks
• Innovation in governance and service delivery
• Balancing tradition with agility
Module 5: Defence & Security Considerations
Info: • Policy implications for national security
• Defence-focused governance frameworks
• Cybersecurity as a governance issue
Module 6: Applied Workshop & Case Study
Info: • Designing a governance framework for real-world issues
• Simulation: Policy decision-making under constraints
Module 7: Wrap-Up & Certification
Info: • Key takeaways and best practices
• Personal action plan for applying insights
• Certificate distribution
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Regus - Canberra, Gateway Business Center, Airport Level 4, Plaza Offices East, 35 Terminal Avenue, Canberra, Australia
AUD 477.80
