Contemporary Regulation (Course specialisation)

Overview
Degree Structure
Admissions
FAQ

Regulation, compliance and fairness are vital components of any effective, equitable and accountable system of public policy. This is especially challenging in contemporary times. Governments are responding to complex social issues, such as climate change, digital transformation and geopolitics, while increasingly relying on markets and civil society organisations to develop and deliver public services.

The Master of Public Policy Specialisation in Contemporary Regulation introduces students to the theory and practice of regulation and governance, providing tools that can be used to understand governance problems and to develop adaptive and effective responses at a local, national and global level. The compulsory courses provide students with a solid foundation in the concepts, processes, institutions and practices of regulation and governance, while the elective courses allow them to apply those ideas to a range of domains, including disruptive technology, global business regulation, restorative justice, and climate and health policy.

Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate deep knowledge and critical understanding of current debates and thinking in the field of regulation
Analyse, synthesise and communicate complex regulatory issues, informed by both theory and empirical knowledge from multiple perspectives
Reflect critically on contemporary regulatory landscapes, including institutional interests, key actors, and policy outcomes in contemporary societies
Identify and apply appropriate research methods to national, international and transnational regulatory challenges
Develop innovative policy recommendations to complex problems and effectively communicate regulatory responses to external audiences

Relevant Degree Master of Public Policy (MPUPP)