Policy Analyst

A Policy Analyst provides advice and recommendations on policies affecting government departments, commercial businesses and not-for-profit organisations. You might review current policies and analyse current social and economic issues. Policy Analysts may liaise with relevant stakeholders and develop proposed changes to current policies.

Policy Analysts should have excellent research skills and be able to understand the impact of a range of issues. You’ll need strong analytical skills and must be able to communicate well with people from a range of backgrounds. It’s important you can present your findings professionally and work within relevant procedures and deadlines.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $96,720
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a policy analyst?

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Diploma of Government (Policy)

Blended, Online
12 months
$6,995
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Arts (Political Science)

On Campus
3 years
$0 - $36,810
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Master of Public Policy

Blended, On Campus
24 months
$0 - $70,980
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics

Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $48,969
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Graduate Certificate in Public Policy

Blended, On Campus, Online
6 - 8 months
$0 - $25,200
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Master of Public Policy and Management

On Campus
24 months
$0 - $65,862
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Graduate Diploma in Public Policy

On Campus
12 months
$0 - $32,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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