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Year of entry: 2021/22 Programme Specification 1 Awarding body University of London 2 Teaching Institution Birkbeck College 3 Programme Title(s) MSc Governance, Economics and Public Policy 4 Programme Code(s) TMSGVEPP_C 5 UCAS code (if applicable) N/A 6 Home Department Management 7 Exit Award(s) PG Cert (passing 60 credits) and PG Diploma (passing 120 credits) 8 Duration of Study (number of years) 2 9 Mode of Study FT PT X DL 10 Level of Award (FHEQ) 7 11 Other teaching depts or institution Department of Economics, Mathematics and Statistics; Department of Politics Department of Geography 12 Professional, Statutory Regulatory Body(PSRB) details N/A 13 QAA Benchmark Statement N/A 14 Programme Rationale & Aims Rationale: Especially since the 2008 financial crisis, there has been a heightened interest in Governance, Economics and Public Policy, the influence this has on the economy and society, as well as on organizations and the managers, civil servants and policy-makers that work with them. A broad range of reasons underpin this increase in significance: high profile failures in corporate governance, including financial institutions; a growing need to demonstrate accountability, transparency and sustainability; increasing political engagement and activism aimed at improving understanding of specific policies and the policy-making process as well as how to hold organisational and political leaders to account. The MSc in Governance, Economics and Public Policy is inter-disciplinary, involving collaboration between the Departments of Management, Politics, Economics and Geography. It builds upon the educational provision currently offered by these four Departments and sits alongside, and complements, the current MSc in Corporate Governance and Business Ethics (Management); MSc in Public Policy and Management (Politics); MSc in Government, Policy and Politics (Politics); MSc in Politics, Philosophy and Economics (Politics, Philosophy and Economics); and MSc in Managing Climate Change (Geography). The programme receives support from the Progressive Economy Forum (PEF) (https://www.progressiveeconomyforum.com/), including high profile guest speakers/ lecturers; opportunities for our students to participate in activities organized by PEF and input into their dissertation research from PEF Council Members (https://www.progressiveeconomyforum.com/the-pef-council/); and external promotion of the programme and our students’ research by PEF. Year of entry: 2021/22 There are very few institutions within London that offer a postgraduate qualification within this area, since most do not integrate content in the inter-related areas of governance, economics and public policy. With our part-time, evening teaching, there is potential for this programme to recruit a significant number of part-time students that are working in an area of governance and public policy/politics, wanting to develop a career within it and/or interested in better understanding and influencing governance and policy. Aims: The main aim of the programme is to provide a high level offering in Governance, Economics and Public Policy, which attracts high quality, highly motivated students. Those undertaking the programme of study will be provided with a comprehensive understanding of a range of issues including Corporate Governance, Economics, Public Management and Research Methods; as well as having a range of other modules focusing on relevant areas within the broader subject of the MSc to choose from. The programme of study will link theory and practice, and will be of benefit to those individuals that either have already acquired an appreciation of Governance, Economics and Public Policy and wish to develop further insights into the subject; or have limited knowledge of the subject and wish to develop their understanding and appreciation of it, or use the knowledge gained to embark on a career within this area. Critical thinking and problem focused decision-making will be key components of the programme of study. 15 Entry Criteria • Normally at least a second-class honours degree in any subject area from a UK university or a non-UK equivalent; other qualifications will be considered. • Non-native English speakers need to provide proof of English language ability: A minimum IELTS score of 6.5 (with a minimum of 6 in the sub-tests) and provide the certificate. • A professional or other qualification obtained by written examinations approved by the College. • Relevant experience, supporting statements and references may be taken into consideration, especially in the case of non-standard applications. 16 Learning Outcomes On successful completion of the programme, students will be able to: Subject Specific: • Demonstrate a critical understanding of the nature, behaviour and outcomes associated with the social, economic, political and legal systems that govern the modern corporation: an understanding of the key roles and relationships through which corporate governance is realized; an appreciation of the key similarities and differences across national corporate governance systems and the key pressures for reform within these systems; an understanding of the key ethical issues which arise in relation to corporate activity. • Demonstrate an understanding of the key concepts and skills of economics, including the use of empirical evidence in testing economic hypotheses using both formal and informal methods, with the objective of applying them to practical policy questions. • Demonstrate an understanding of the practice and problems of contemporary public administration and the policy-making proess, the relevance of private sector management principles to the public sector and the evolving relationship between the