Program Overview
This executive education program from King's College London delves into the intricacies of parliaments and legislatures, equipping mid-career professionals with the knowledge and skills to address real-world challenges faced by parliamentary staff. Through a blend of online learning and weekly webinars, participants gain insights into parliamentary functions, roles, and career paths, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing among a global cohort.
Program Outline
Advanced Parliamentary Theory and Practice: A Detailed Extraction
Degree Overview
Purpose:
This executive education program delves into the intricacies of parliaments and legislatures, focusing on their functions, challenges, and effectiveness.
Target Audience:
Mid-career professionals, typically with a 2:1 degree and 3 years of relevant experience. Applicants without a 2:1 can apply with 5+ years of experience.
Objectives:
- Equip participants to anticipate and address real-world challenges faced by parliamentary staff.
- Enhance their ability to assess and utilize relevant models in their professional tasks.
- Critically analyze the challenges of parliamentary officials' roles, balancing competing demands from political sources with their own duties.
- Evaluate how officials can support institutional functions, adapt to new work formats, and apply acquired skills and knowledge.
Program Description:
The program offers a blend of online learning resources, including interactive discussions, readings, lectures, and tutorials, alongside three weekly webinars led by King's faculty. Participants engage with a global cohort of peers, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing.
Outline
Program Content:
- Week 1: The foundations, context, and makeup of Parliament.
- Week 2: The role of parliamentary officials.
- Week 3: Parliamentary officials: roles and careers.
Structure:
- Fully online delivery with three 1-hour weekly webinars.
- Interactive learning activities and resources.
- Opportunity to participate in discussions and forums.
Individual Modules:
- Week 1: Explores the purpose of Parliament, its institutions, structures, and relationships. Examines the roles and needs of political members, considering the balance between partisanship and official objectivity.
- Week 2: Focuses on the diverse roles of parliamentary officials, including policy and financial scrutiny, legislative processes, research services, and logistical support.
- Week 3: Centers on personal development and relationship management within the parliamentary environment. It explores career structures, transferable skills, and adaptation to new work formats.
Outcomes:
Upon completion, participants will be able to:
- Analyze and respond to challenges faced by parliamentary staff.
- Apply relevant models in their parliamentary tasks.
- Critically analyze the challenges of their roles and balance competing demands.
- Evaluate how to support institutional functions, adapt to new work formats, and utilize acquired skills and knowledge.
Assessment
Assessment Methods:
- One written assignment.
- Active participation in webinars and discussion forums.
Assessment Criteria:
- Understanding of key concepts and theories.
- Application of knowledge to real-world scenarios.
- Analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Effective communication and argumentation.
Teaching
Teaching Methods:
- Interactive online learning environment.
- Weekly webinars with King's faculty.
- Collaborative discussion forums and group activities.
Faculty:
- Dr. Andrew Blick: Senior Lecturer in Politics and Contemporary History, Head of the Department of Political Economy, Director of the Centre for British Politics and Government.
- Dr. Olga Siemers: Senior Lecturer in Public Policy.
Unique Approach:
- The program leverages a diverse global cohort, fostering cross-cultural learning and knowledge exchange.
- Emphasis on practical application of theoretical concepts to real-world parliamentary challenges.
- Focus on personal development and career advancement for parliamentary officials.
Careers
Career Paths:
The program prepares graduates for diverse roles within parliamentary institutions, including research, policy analysis, legislative support, and administration.
Career Opportunities:
Graduates are equipped to pursue leadership positions within parliamentary offices, political parties, and international organizations.
Career Outcomes:
The program enhances graduates' employability and career prospects within the parliamentary field.
Module Creator:
Dr. Andrew Blick.
Course Status:
Currently closed.
Contact:
isfg-programmes-team@kcl.ac.uk
