Overview
Description
Methods and theoretical approaches used in professional policy analysis. Application of analytical skills and techniques to a public policy area of the student’s choosing.
Requirements
Prerequisites
- Must be a degree-seeking student in the Public Administration and Policy MPA program
- obtain instructor permission
Original catalog text
Prerequisites
Must be a degree-seeking student in the Public Administration and Policy MPA program OR obtain instructor permission.
Units
Lecture3
Catalog Details
Offering
Offered: Every Spring
Terms
spring
Restrictions
Must be a degree-seeking student in the Public Administration and Policy MPA program; obtain instructor permission
Attributes
Standard
Learning Outcomes
- define the fundamental concepts of policy analysis emerged through theory and practice of policy research.
- compare and contrast various ethical stances of practicing public policy analysis.
- discuss the role of policy analysis and the policy analyst in government and the non-profit sector.
- summarize main market and government failures as a foundation for policy intervention.
- assess the strengths and weaknesses of policy alternatives using various policy models.
- compare and contrast various methods of forecasting to predict the consequences of policy interventions.
- develop skills for writing convincing policy briefs.