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Course Code: M1135
Local governance is an area of growth in academic interest as well as where employment is moving. The changes in local government now demand that it works in a more transparent way engaging with local community and business, that it is more integrated into state government programs in sustainability, community development, planning and regional development, and that it is more businesslike and holistic in decision-making. This is the agenda of local governance.
This degree will provide students with the theory and practice related to governance at a local level. It will integrate theory from public policy, sustainability, business and community development to emphasise partnerships and bottom-up approaches to change.
Units can be chosen to emphasise more of the theory or the practice via a placement in local government.
| Level: | Master - Coursework |
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| Qualification: | Master of Arts (MA) in Local Governance |
| Duration: | 2 years full-time or part-time equivalent |
| Availability: | Murdoch campus (internal) Murdoch campus (external) |
| Employment Prospects: | Local government will be the major employer, though as explained above other sectors will also use graduates in this area. |
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