Course overview
Develop high-level sought-after leadership, policy analysis, legislative compliance and strategic communication skills with a deep understanding of the ethics and principles underpinning all aspects of the public service with our Diploma of Government (PSP50116).
It is ideal for those with a diverse range of responsibilities to build a strong foundation of competencies required for independent and self-directed work in a range of public sector settings, by applying learnt theoretical knowledge of emotional intelligence, negotiation, analysis, research and project management skills.
Job outcomes
Potential career outcomes could include:
- Policies/ Compliance and Risk Manager
- Customer Service/Complaints Manager
- Personnel/ Administrative Services Manager
- Operations Manager/Project Manager
What you'll learn
On successful completion of this course, students will have the skills to:
- understand the values, principles, processes and legislation requirements for those working within the public sector
- apply high level communication skills including an appreciation of diversity in the workplace
- research, evaluate and analyse data collected from various information systems.
Recognition
Study method
- OnlineOnline delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
- BlendedBlended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
- In-classIn class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
- VirtualVirtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online
Duration study load
The Estimated time to complete the course is:
- 6-7 hours per week over a study period up to 18 months.
Delivery
- Individual students (online)
- Customised in-house training for groups, corporations and organisations.
Entry requirements
- Entry is open to all applicants with a suitable level of workplace responsibility allowing sufficient opportunity to demonstrate competency through completion of tasks related to their job role.
Professional recognition
The attainment of the Diploma of Government will allow for:
- articulation into higher awards including a range of undergraduate and postgraduate awards offered by the University of New England (UNE) Business School.*
*Applications must address UNE Program entry criteria. Enrolment fees are set annually by the UNE.
