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Overview
Key Features
Designed to leave you equipped with the behavioural economics skills needed to inform policy development. Our Behavioural Economics for Policy experts will work with you to develop a strong and practical understanding of how psychology affects the decisions we make and how these insights can be applied in multiple contexts, to create positive change. Whether in policy or a broader professional setting, you will be equipped with the behavioural economics knowledge and skills to build efficient and effective solutions needed to respond to policy challenges.With behavioural economics skills becoming increasingly utilised in policy development and the business world, this course is created with job-ready skills in front of mind. Developed as a practical learning opportunity, you’ll be encouraged to apply your newly acquired knowledge and skills to contemporary projects, under guidance from our experts at the University of Tasmania ’s flagship Behavioural Lab.
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As part of the course, you will:- Understand the critical role of behavioural economics in policy.
- Evaluate the underlying behavioural factors that impact social and economic decision-making.
- Analyse social and economic challenges in different contexts using a behavioural lens to develop informed solutions and strategies.
- Communicate behavioural solutions to diverse stakeholders to enable policy application.
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Duration
- Full-time
- 4 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
Delivered
Blended, Online
Disciplines
Economics Public Policy View 3 other Short Courses in Public Policy in AustraliaExplore more key information
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
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- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- It is recommended that those wishing to undertake this course have basic/introductory economics knowledge.
- The learning outcomes of this course are applicable to professionals in all industries, however those working in public service or businesses looking to advance their ability to develop, apply, disseminate and evaluate effective policy practices will find great value in this course. Those considering or entering graduate programs to undertake policy functions in the workplace will also find this learning of value.
- The short course draws on learning from within the University of Tasmania’s Graduate Certificate in Behavioural Insights in which credit can be applied for those looking for a practical policy development opportunity with the option to engage in further study longer term.
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International
1100 AUD/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1100 AUD for the full programme during 4 months. -
National
1100 AUD/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1100 AUD for the full programme during 4 months.
Living costs for Hobart
1204 - 2001 AUD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
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