Crafting Great Policy Analysis
Build the skills and knowledge required to conduct a robust, multi-criteria analysis of an issue.
Course overview
This engaging and practical one-day workshop uses a real-life policy example to guide participants through the policy development process, including: defining a problem, identifying solution options, selecting criteria, conducting analysis, confronting trade-offs and risks, and coming to a decision.
This course is best suited for graduates, subject matter experts and anyone else new to government advisory roles, policy analysts, and whole teams who wish to establish a shared view of quality advice.
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What you'll learn
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Applying an analytical framework to policy issues of different complexities
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Integrating analysis into policy advice for senior leaders to support decision-making
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Practicing how to apply these skills to a policy issue
Course modules
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Introduction to analytical frameworks
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A framework to conduct a multi-criteria analysis
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Define the problem
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Identify types of evidence and data that are useful for policy
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Develop solution options
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Develop criteria
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Understand trade-offs
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Understand how to identify, minimise and mitigate risk
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Identify a preferred solution option to recommend to your decision maker
Further Information
Format
This course is delivered as a full-day in-person workshop at our Wellington venue. It includes a mix of facilitator-led sessions, small-group exercises, and whole-group discussion. Group size is limited to 16 participants to ensure meaningful interaction and personal feedback. Morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea are provided to support networking and collaboration.
Here's what others are saying
“This course…gave me great tools and insights to make my work more efficient and rigorous and less overwhelming.”
Upcoming Courses & Delivery Options
17 Jul 2025 | Wellington
Duration: 1 day, 9.30am-4.30pm
$NZD 895
excl. GST
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