The UTS Institute for Public Policy and Governance (IPPG) provides specialised consulting and advisory services that strengthen policy, governance and service delivery outcomes. We work with government, industry and community organisations to design, implement and evaluate strategies that deliver measurable public value. Through evidence-based insights and practical solutions, IPPG helps clients build capability, improve performance and achieve lasting impact.
Our services
We offer professional consultancy services with a difference, focused on public good. Our multidisciplinary advisory solutions cover the full life cycle of public policy, program and service delivery and organisational design, from strategy to implementation to evaluation.
Our advisory service brings together senior leaders from the public and non-profit sectors, with extensive experience in public administration and corporate governance. We offer professional development courses for public sector leaders, managers and staff, and bespoke capacity-building solutions for organisations.
We provide flexible professional development short courses and also academic programs to meet your needs and the needs of your organisation (public and private sector). We also co-design in-house training programs with clients, bringing together industry and academic experts to deliver learning that achieves real outcomes.
Explore our work
Insights into transformative policy and governance practice
Discover how IPPG brings together research, consultancy and sector expertise to deliver lasting impact across government, industry and communities. Our work showcases how evidence-based solutions are shaping smarter cities, resilient services and inclusive governance.
Our centres
The Centre for Local Government (CLG) is the leading professional development, consulting and research hub dedicated to enhancing the role, performance and sustainability of local government in Australia and internationally.
The Centre for Sport, Business and Society (CSBS) is committed to working in partnership with industry, community and government to help grow the sports sector and the quality of sporting experiences at all levels.
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After fierce debate, Tasmania’s AFL dream is almost certain to happen but do the economics make sense?
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In today's rapidly evolving world, organisations face unprecedented challenges requiring innovative approaches to policy development. Futures Thinking – particularly strategic foresight and scenario planning – offers powerful methodologies for navigating uncertainty and complexity.
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How strategic, community-centred approaches are replacing ad-hoc planning with sustainable social impact.
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Australia's construction landscape is evolving rapidly. Recent high-profile cases of serious building defects have highlighted the critical importance of proper compliance with building regulations.
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After fierce debate, Tasmania’s AFL dream is almost certain to happen but do the economics make sense?
News
In today's rapidly evolving world, organisations face unprecedented challenges requiring innovative approaches to policy development. Futures Thinking – particularly strategic foresight and scenario planning – offers powerful methodologies for navigating uncertainty and complexity.
News
How strategic, community-centred approaches are replacing ad-hoc planning with sustainable social impact.
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Australia's construction landscape is evolving rapidly. Recent high-profile cases of serious building defects have highlighted the critical importance of proper compliance with building regulations.
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Designing a practical statewide training program to address transport and community needs in New South Wales
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Learn how the ACT Evidence and Evaluation Academy, a program delivered by the UTS Institute for Public Policy and Governance, helped cultivate a culture of evidence and evaluation across the ACT Government.
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Shellharbour City Council engaged us to develop an Open Space and Recreational Needs Study and Strategy, aligned to the strategic priorities of Council and the community.
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We conducted an expert peer review of Council's draft Diversity Strategy and Workforce Management Plan to ensure they were robust, effective and aligned with Council's Integrated Planning and Reporting framework.
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Designing a practical statewide training program to address transport and community needs in New South Wales
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Learn how the ACT Evidence and Evaluation Academy, a program delivered by the UTS Institute for Public Policy and Governance, helped cultivate a culture of evidence and evaluation across the ACT Government.
Webpage
Shellharbour City Council engaged us to develop an Open Space and Recreational Needs Study and Strategy, aligned to the strategic priorities of Council and the community.
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We conducted an expert peer review of Council's draft Diversity Strategy and Workforce Management Plan to ensure they were robust, effective and aligned with Council's Integrated Planning and Reporting framework.
Contact us
Need more information? For all course related enquiries, including future dates or in-house training enquiries, email us at ippg.learning@uts.edu.au or call +61 2 9514 7884.
This short course is presented by the university’s Institute for Public Policy and Governance. Learn more about the Institute’s advisory and research services and professional learning and development programs.