Course Leader
Prof Kent Weaver, Professor of Public Policy, Georgetown University, Washington DC

This executive workshop examines specific cases of compliance problems from a variety of policy sectors and countries. It draws upon social psychology, behavioural economics, law and political science to understand reasons for compliance or non-compliance. It focuses on analysing why the targets of public policies frequently fail to act in the way that program designers intend and want, and understanding alternative approaches that program designers and implementers can use to increase compliance.

Who should attend?
The workshop will be valuable for senior and middle level managers throughout the public sector. The course is designed to benefit those who hope to change or influence the behaviour of citizens or organisations in the pursuit of policies and programs. In particular, managers and senior policy analysts with responsibility for compliance will find the course very useful. Those who are involved in the design or implementation of policy –whether in the fields of public health, social welfare, environmental control, emergency management, business regulation or other areas of compliance – will be suitable participants.