Public Policy Analyst
Explore how policy analysts examine public problems, evidence and possible responses.
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What does this career involve?
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Work you might explore
- Defining a public issue and the groups it affects
- Reviewing laws, research, data and lived experience
- Comparing policy choices and possible trade-offs
- Writing clear briefings for decision-makers and communities
What skills can help?
- Policy research
- Critical thinking
- Evidence synthesis
- Clear writing
Courses to explore
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