PPOL-G 611 Foundations of Public Policy Analysis I

This is the first term of a two-semester core sequence that makes use of both theory and case study to examine various approaches to public policy analysis, evaluation, and implementation. The course seeks to introduce students to the general methods used in formulating and analyzing policy. Major units in this course cover the history of policy analysis; theories of the policy process; the role of social construction, institutions, interests, and values in policy; organizational theory and leadership; the determination of policy goals and objectives; and various analytical and empirical frameworks for analyzing policy and its implementation. (Course offered in the fall only.)

Prerequisite(s): Graduate degree student in Public Policy or LIUS

3 Credit(s)