Overview:

 This course offers advanced study in public policy analysis and implementation, focusing on the development, evaluation, and impact of policies in various sectors.

Objectives:

• Understand the policy-making process and its stakeholders.
• Analyze policy issues and develop effective solutions.
• Evaluate the impact of policies on society and economy.
• Apply analytical tools and methodologies to policy analysis.

Outline:

• Introduction to Public Policy Analysis
• Policy Process and Stakeholder Engagement
• Policy Formulation and Implementation
• Policy Evaluation and Impact Assessment
• Policy Analysis Methods and Tools
• Comparative Policy Analysis
• Sectoral Policy Analysis (e.g., Health, Education, Environment)
• Policy Advocacy and Communication Strategies
• Ethics and Values in Public Policy
• Capstone Project or Policy Brief

Assessment:

• Participation: 50%
• Research Papers and Policy Analyses: 20%
• Presentations: 10%
• Capstone Project or Policy Brief: 20%