This course covers the core legislative, governance, and accountability frameworks that shape public service work in Aotearoa New Zealand. Learners will explore key obligations under the Official Information Act (OIA), Public Finance Act (PFA), Cost Benefit Analysis (CBA), and related requirements. It also examines the differences between shareholder and stakeholder responsibilities, highlighting how public sector accountability, transparency, and stewardship differ from private sector models and inform everyday decision-making.