Overview
Spend a week on Capitol Hill and explore the intricacies of the legislative process firsthand. You will hear from Members of Congress, congressional staffers, journalists, and lobbyists, who will share tips on how to forge better working relationships with Members and staff. Sit in on committee hearings, mark-ups, and floor votes and learn how current national policy issues affect Congress, helping you to be more effective on the Hill. Brookings experts and other analysts will also discuss the role of congressional staff, the complex congressional committee process, floor procedure, advocacy and lobbying, and the relationship between Congress and the media.
Course Information
Location:
Washington, DC
Tuition:
$1,950
Dates:
Feb 09 - Feb 13, 2009
May 18 - May 22, 2009
This program, taken together with Inside Washington: Understanding the Governing Process, provides a valuable and far-reaching guide to the mechanics of government, giving you opportunities to personally engage the people who actually research, write, and implement legislation.
Program Benefits
- A real-world viewpoint on the priorities, pressures, and processes that drive the work of Congress
- Heightened awareness of current policy issues and their likely implications for agencies and businesses
- New insights into the policy process, the changes in Congress, and effective ways to influence the legislative branch
Competencies
- Strategic thinking
- External awareness
- Political savvy
- Continual learning
Praise for this Program
"Fascinating course! Nothing like learning from the people who “live” Congress each day. Should be a requirement for all federal employees"
-- Amy Clark, National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration
"Excellent way to quickly get immersed on the ways of Congress, with both internal and external forces. The course stressed the important points on your relationships with Congress and how to leverage so that your programs can be sponsored."
-- Jeffery Branton, U.S. Department of State