The 12-unit course for Master of Public Policy and Management at Monash University   prepares students for positions of management and leadership in the public, not-for-profit, local government, private or other sectors. The course focuses on the changing expectations of government, the changing modes of the delivery of public services, and the changing skills needed by effective leaders and managers. Graduates will understand and apply relevant theories and concepts develop skills to define and resolve issues in public policy and management and blend theory and practice by working on a wide range of practical issues. Studies include core units in public policy, policy management, governance and policy analysis, as well as electives.