Course Title: Public Policy Analysis

Course Description:
This course provides an introduction to the theory and practice of public policy analysis.
Students will learn the key concepts, methods, and tools used to assess, formulate, and
evaluate public policies. The course covers the policy analysis process, including problem
identification, data collection, policy evaluation, and implementation planning. It also
explores the ethical and political dimensions of policymaking.

Course Outline:

Week 1: Introduction to Public Policy Analysis

Definition and scope of public policy analysis

The role of evidence in policymaking

Key concepts and terminology

Week 2: The Policy Analysis Process

Stages of policy analysis: problem identification, policy formulation, implementation, and

evaluation

The iterative nature of policy analysis

Week 3: Problem Identification and Definition

Recognizing and defining policy problems

Problem framing and agenda setting

Data sources and evidence gathering

Week 4: Policy Instruments and Strategies

Types of policy instruments

Criteria for instrument selection

Policy strategies and alternatives

Week 5: Policy Evaluation and Criteria

Establishing evaluation criteria

Cost-benefit analysis and cost-effectiveness analysis

Ethical considerations in policy evaluation

Week 6: Analyzing Political and Ethical Dimensions

Interest groups and policy advocacy

Ethical dilemmas in policy analysis

The role of values in policymaking

Week 7: Implementation Planning

Steps in policy implementation

Developing an implementation plan

Resource allocation and budgeting

Week 8: Communicating Policy Analysis

Effective communication strategies

Presenting policy findings to decision-makers

Public outreach and advocacy

*Week 9: Midterm Exam

Week 10: Case Studies and Policy Analysis Projects

Analyzing real-world policy cases

Group or individual policy analysis projects

Week 11: Policy Analysis Presentations

Students present their policy analysis projects

*Week 12: Review and Discussion

*Week 13: Final Exam or Submission of Policy Analysis Projects