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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 Unknown

How do I become a policy analyst?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced

Bachelor of Social Science

Blended
36 months
$49,050
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Arts (Sociology)

On Campus
36 months
$0 - $37,200
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Master of International Relations

On Campus
24 months
$18,267
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Diplomat Policy Adviser Policy Analyst

Master of Criminology

On Campus, Online
12 - 24 months
$0 - $50,160
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Master of Economics

On Campus
18 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Graduate Certificate in International Relations

On Campus
6 months
$9,134
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Master of Public Policy

On Campus
24 months
$50,400
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Master of International Development

On Campus
18 months
$14,768
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Graduate Certificate in Economics

On Campus
12 months
$33,600
  • 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

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.
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