Science, Technology, and Public Policy
Responding to the Challenges of the 21st Century
Overview
Science and technology are changing our world at a dizzying pace, but this seminar can give you the tools to understand today’s advances and anticipate tomorrow’s. You will study the role that science and technology play in a variety of vital issues and examine the institutions that influence policy in the Executive Branch, Congress, special-interest groups and the press.
By the time you complete this seminar, you will know the Government’s role in shepherding science policy as well as the ways science affects Government. Additional seminar themes include allocation and priorities, technology transfer, the difference between the political and scientific worlds, making policy amid scientific uncertainties and the role of scientists as public servants.
How Will You Benefit
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Understand administration initiatives and priorities in science and technology
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Explore the promises and challenges of new technologies to public policy in national security, genetic research, computer applications and space exploration and development
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Learn how economic, political and social trends affect the future of science and technology
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Learn about the development, funding and implementation of science and technology policy in Federal agencies
Who Should Attend
Managers and senior-level specialists whose programs or policies are related to science, engineering and/or technology
High-performing mid-level specialists in the policy-related fields covered in the seminar
Schedule
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Jun 1 - 12, ‘09 @ EMDC, Shepherdstown, WV
$4,885.00
Starts @ 1:00 pm ends @ 4:30 pm last day
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Sep 14 - 25, ‘09 @ EMDC, Shepherdstown, WV
$4,885.00
Starts @ 1:00 pm ends @ 4:30 pm last day
Note
Tuition includes materials, meals and lodging
Competencies Emphasized
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Political Savvy
- External Awareness
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Influencing/Negotiating
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College Credits
3 Hours/Undergraduate (Upper)
3 Hours/Graduate