Objectives and Outcomes
Key Objectives
- Demonstrate the practical use of such concepts as negotiation, cooperative problem-solving, and decision-making under complex circumstances.
- Illustrate the interrelationships and tradeoffs among security, economic growth, and equity in a society.
- Show the effectiveness and complexities of free market economies.
- Provide a realistic and informative experience confronting issues of governance in “transitional” societies.
- Develop a clear understanding of the interconnection between the various domestic and international sectors and agencies.
Benefits & Results
- Allows participants to appreciate firsthand the importance of cooperative problem-solving and collaboration in their work to improve the conditions in society.
- Offers a forum for colleagues who typically work separately to work together on addressing real-world concerns.
- Clearly illustrates the interconnected nature of policy work while demonstrating that all actions have both anticipated and unanticipated consequences.
- Enables participants to practice their negotiation and mediation skills as well as provide them an opportunity to experience role playing.