Understanding Government - April

Date
Duration
One 8-hour face-to-screen session. 9:00AM - 5:00PM (AEST)
Event type
Course sessions
Location
Australia wide (Virtual)
Price
$1225.00 per attendee
Max Capacity
20 seats
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This course provides an understanding of the system of government and its operations as fundamental to working effectively in the APS. To successfully support ministers, parliamentary secretaries and the whole of government, all APS staff need to have an understanding of the role of the APS and the processes that underpin the Australian system of government and correspondingly, their roles and responsibilities within this system.

This content has been provided by the APS Academy.

Participant benefits

  • Explain the structure and functions of the APS as it relates to the Australian system of government.
  • Explain the constitutional framework. the federated system of government and the separation of powers.
  • Differentiate the roles and accountabilities of ministers, ministerial staff and APS staff.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the parliamentary process.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the legislative process.
  • Explain the budget process and the role of Senate Estimates.

Suitable for

APS 1 - APS 6

Category and User Level

This learning experience aligns with the Working in Government Craft at the Foundation level.

Considerations

There is a pre-work component that is required to be completed prior to the commencement of the program.

Price

$1225 per attendee. Payment by credit card.

Related topics

Working in teams

Face-to-screen considerations

  • Prior to the session start date, it is suggested that you check if your agency’s network has any restrictions using any virtual classroom platform. If you are unable to access the virtual classroom platform on your work device or network, you will need to use a personal device.
  • Please ensure you have access to a working camera and microphone to participate.

 

How to register - Additional Information

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