Subject: JSG School of Public Policy
Credit units: 3
Offered: Either Term 1 or Term 2
Weekly hours: 3 Seminar/Discussion hours
College: Graduate and Postdoc Studies
Department: JSGS Executive Director Office

This pass/fail course provides students with an introduction to the three MPA competency fields, and the overarching areas of knowledge required of policy professionals. It will also provide introductory classes on Canadian institutions, public sector processes, basic policy making skills, public servants’ roles and responsibilities.

Note: Students with credit for JSGS 883 will not receive credit for this course.

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