This seminar provides students with new ways of thinking about critical issues in public policy and policy implementation. Led by academic faculty, each seminar will meld economic theory and practice. Specific topics will change periodically, and by course section, drawing on the School's research on critical issues in Canada and internationally, on students' need to acquire a practical understanding of management and leadership challenges in a complex public policy context where the issues cut across sectors, disciplines, and interests. Required of all second year MPP students.