Top 100 worldwide for political sciences
Our globally-recognised government and international relations programs are built on cutting-edge political science research and produce confident, skilled graduates with highly relevant qualifications.
ABOUT THE SCHOOL
For over three decades we have integrated world-class research and teaching into a specialist degree program that is small enough to ensure every student receives the attention they deserve. In the ShanghaiRanking’s Global Rankings of Academic Subjects 2018 our public administration subjects ranked top 75 worldwide and our political sciences subjects achieved a top 100 global ranking. In 2018 our politics and international studies subjects were ranked in the top 150 worldwide in the QS World University Rankings by Subject. We actively influence Australia’s political landscape with public debate and advice to decision makers, and are proud founding partners of the ANZSOG—a non-profit organisation which aims to develop future public sector leaders and promote public administration as a profession.
Study Government and International Relations
Research
We work with government, industry and community to find policy-relevant solutions to problems in the political science arena. Our staff contribute to research within the Centre for Governance and Public Policy, Griffith Asia Institute, the Policy Innovation Hub and the ANZSOG, and we're proud to support our higher degree by research students.
Student opportunities
Griffith Business School offers many opportunities for students to get involved with our community, build professional and social networks, and enhance business skills. We also offer a wide range of scholarships, prizes and awards to assist with the costs of course fees, textbooks, accommodation and living expenses.
Higher Degree Research
We pride ourselves on supporting emerging scholars and actively involving them in the activities of the Department and our partner research centres.
We have over 40 Higher Degree by Research students with a wide range of thesis.
Our expert staff
The Beijing Factor
In the wake of the widely anticipated proposed meeting between North Korean leader Kim Jong-un and US President Donald Trump, Griffith University hosted a public forum featuring renowned international Korea experts Scott Snyder and Duyeon Kim, moderated by Griffith Business School’s Dean (Research), Professor Andrew O’Neil.
Prior to the forum, Professor O’Neil, Mr Snyder and Ms Kim took part in a workshop canvassing the breadth of interests at play in Korean-based international diplomacy, as well as potential outcomes of not only the Trump-Kim meeting, but also Mr Kim’s planned summit with South Korean President Moon Jae-in on April 27.
Enhancing public servant skills for 10+ years
Launched in 2007, the Graduate Certificate in Policy Analysis was developed with senior executives within the Queensland public sector to enhance the policy capacity and capabilities of the public service. Structured to meet the needs of working policy officers, the program is available to public servants working at the local, state or federal level only. The current GCPA team include Dr Tracey Arklay (Program Director), Dr Liz van Acker , Professor Ciaran O'Faircheallaigh (pictured), Dr Cosmo Howard and Tracee McPate.
What role for the states in the age of disruption?
Despite having limited resources and relying on the Commonwealth for funding, Australia's states and territories could be powerful players in tackling some of our nation's biggest policy issues, according to Dr Tracey Arklay. A senior lecturer in the School of Government and International Relations, Dr Arklay's research expertise includes federal and state politics, policy capacity, parliamentary analysis, disaster management, and electoral campaigning.
Remarkable alumni
At 25, Shayne Sutton was the youngest woman ever elected to Brisbane City Council. Before joining Council she was an adviser with the Queensland Government, and also worked for former Prime Minister Kevin Rudd. Shayne holds a Bachelor of Arts (Political Science and Public Administration) and a Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) at Griffith University.
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News from the Business School
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