Navigating Parliamentary Decision Making
How to navigate federal parliamentary policy processes from a public service perspective - Executive Short Course
This useful course is essential for any aspiring senior leader who wants to swiftly gain an advanced understanding of managing parliamentary and political decision-making from a public service viewpoint. The course, facilitated by the former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Professor the Hon. Tony Smith, will give you an inside look at how political and parliamentary decisions are made through lectures and interviews with past and present key leaders and people interested in policy results. Upon completion, you will have acquired specialist knowledge and understanding that no other course can provide, positioning you to be the most effective public service leader in the future.
Who should take part?
This course is designed for those at the APS Executive Level 1 to SES Band 1.
The Experience
Participants will learn and engage with key decision-makers and gain unique insights from:
- Former ministerial staff and key independent Members or Senators
- The passionate issue-engaged Member or Senator
- Parliamentary committees and Shadow ministers
- Industry associations and Lobbyists
- Former and current Ministers and Leaders
- Key media commentators, columnists and opinion shapers
- Key Officers and Elected Officials responsible for transparency, accountability and oversight.