Schedule

• Sep 16-26, ‘13 @ EMDC, Shepherdstown, WV   $5035
  
  Starts 1:00 PM on 1st day ends 4:30 PM on last day

Overview

Understanding the intricacies of public policy is critical to serve your stakeholders effectively and advance the Government's mission. This seminar will help you understand the political, social, economic and cultural factors that influence how U.S. public policy is initiated, developed and implemented so that you can respond appropriately to directives.

Through interactive simulations that look beyond the theories of the public policy process, you will discuss relevant issues such as:

• How does it feel to be a White House aide arguing the President's case to members of the Congress?
• What is it like to be a Representative trying to determine your constituents' best interests while being lobbied by your party and special interest groups?
• What is the perspective of an interest group leader trying to articulate his or her group's message?

How You Will Benefit

• Analyze selected public policy issues in the context of historical events
• Become more effective in your interactions with interest groups, the media and public opinion
• Understand the constraints and issues stemming from the Federal budget
• Interpret Congressional intent
• Respond to Presidential directives

Who Should Attend

Experienced managers and policy analysts who are involved in the development and/or implementation of public policy or who are designated to serve in senior staff or liaison roles

Public managers seeking a comprehensive understanding of the governmental context in which they work

Note

Unless stated otherwise (under the date of the program) lodging and meals are included in the tuition. Lodging starts the first evening of the program and is provided the evening the program ends.