Policy for SES

Policy for SES is presented by the Australian Public Service Commission, in association with the Australia and New Zealand School of Government. This programme will explore the complex art of policy development, implementation and evaluation.

The ability to digest and implement policy is an essential skill for the SES. This programme will deepen your understanding of policy as a sphere of activity and its significance to individual, organisational and whole-ofgovernment performance within the APS.

Programme overview

The programme discusses emerging and complex policy issues and challenges as they affect senior public sector managers, analysts and leaders. It will enhance your understanding of the changing nature of Australian policy development.

The programme focuses on four key sessions:

policy analysis and advising: art, science or craft?
policy development, implementation and evaluation
the changing environment for policy work
building policy capability and performance in the APS

Participant benefits

develop your capability to provide high level policy leadership in the APS
enhance your understanding of policy analysis, advising and associated good practice principles, tools and techniques
develop better concepts, frameworks and models of policy development and implementation
understand the changing nature and complexity of the Australian policy environment and current and emerging policy challenges
appreciate the value-adding characteristics of public sector policy analysis and advising