Press release

Policy training for academics

Our Policy Masterclasses are now available in person and online. Delivered by experienced officials, this course gives an insider’s view of how policy works

• From: Open Innovation Team
• Published: 24 April 2023

Delivered over two sessions, we explain how policy works in theory and practice, and what tactics academics can use to influence the decision making process.

Part 1 provides an overview of the policy-making system in the UK, and how academics can engage with it. Areas that we cover include:

• Understanding the government machine
• The different institutions academics might engage with, what they do, and the kinds of information and evidence they’re looking for
• Concepts to help academics think about impact strategy
• The policy-makers academics need to be aware of and different ways to engage them
• Easy to remember dos and don’ts

Part 2 focuses more on influencing tips and tactics, including:

• How to think about policy impact strategies
• How to build your network
• How to present your research in the most impactful ways
• Good and bad examples of writing for a policy audience
• How to get evidence of your impact

To find out more about our Policy Masterclasses email enquiries@openinnovation.gov.uk

Published 24 April 2023