301853 (v.2) Social Policy 502 - Social Policy Practice

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Area:	Department of Social Work and Social Policy
Credits:	25.0
Contact Hours:	2.0
Lecture:	1 x 2 Hours Weekly
Prerequisite(s):	301846 (v.3) Social Policy 505 - Theoretical Perspectives on Social Policy or any previous version
Syllabus:	Broad understanding of major theoretical debates underpinning social policy process and practice in the Australian context. It pays special attention to the institutional framework of policy making - including the economic, political, cultural and Aboriginal contexts. Drawing from power and decision making theories to inform critically the study of social policy. Economic rationalism, citizenship and 'new' managerialism are covered as part of the current trend in policy debates.
Unit Outcomes:	On sucessful completion of this unit, students will have- Conveyed knowledge of theoretical frameworks for policy making, as well as drawing on a variety of models used by different stakeholders in the policy process. Expressed an understanding of the interplay between government, community groups and business in policy formation. Explored and demonstrated the emergence of policy communities and networks in policy process and practices. Articulated and examined specific policy case studies, including therole of the government, non-government, and sectors. Explored and revealed their own ideas about how the practical policy processes might be improved from both the top-down and bottom-up perspectives. Developed and critiqued alternate policy processes and practices to an area of interest.
Text and references listed above are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information.
Unit References:	Crane, J. (1982). The Evaluation of Social Policies. Boston, Kluwer-Nijhoff. Dalton, T. (1996). Making Social Policy in Australia: An Introduction. St Leonards, Allen & Unwin. Emy, H. (1993). Remaking Australia: The State, the Market and Australia's Future. Sydney, Allen & Unwin. Mishra, R. (1999). Globalisation and the Welfare State. New York, York University. Wanna, G., Warhurst, J., and Weller, J. (eds). (1988). Public Policy in Australia. Sydney, Allen & Unwin. Muetzefeldt, M. (ed) (1992). Society, State and Politics in Australia. Sydney, Pluto Press. MacIntryre, S. (1985). Winners and Losers: The Pursuit of Social Justice in Australian History. Sydney, Allen & Unwin. Stewart, R.G., (1999). Public Policy: Strategy and Acountability. Melbourne,Macmillan.
Unit Texts:	No prescribed texts.
Year Location Period Internal Area External Central External 2004 Bentley Campus Semester 2 Y