Parliament in Practice - A practical introduction to Parliament

IPANZ is pleased to announce the return of this popular training event.  This one-day workshop will provide an introduction to Parliament suitable for anyone new to the public service. It will include a general overview of the role of Parliament (including a tour and visit to select committees), as well as a look at public sector accountability to Parliament.

Cost: Discounted fee applies for Members - find out if your organisation is a corporate member.
Members fee $337.50
Non-members fee $393.785
All prices include GST

The cost includes training material, lunch and morning and afternoon teas.

Audience: Anyone new to the public service

Number of participants: This event is limited to 20 participants.

Deadline: You must register for this event by the close of business on 18 February 2010.

For more information: admin@ipanz.org.nz or 04 463 6940.

This course is facilitated by Fivepeas Ltd (Training Consultants).

This event is made possible with the support and assistance of the Office of the Clerk of Parliament, the Parliamentary Counsel Office and Parliamentary Services

The workshop is interactive and will incorporate:

• a customised tour of Parliament and a visit to a select committee hearing (subject to select committee meeting schedule)
• an overview of the role and functions of Parliament
• an exercise and discussion about the role of key players in Parliament
• an introduction to public sector accountability to Parliament
• a walk through resources available on the Parliament website
• an accountability exercise while viewing oral question time live

This workshop is designed for people new to the public service or who need an introduction to parlimentary process.