Competence in improving management practices in international management settings. Introduction of concepts and techniques for formal policy analysis, development of skills in applying policy analysis techniques through case studies, and exploration of the legitimacy and utility of policy analysis. Practical exploration of assessment techniques used in studying the results of public programs and policies, including evaluation of implementation strategies and impacts. Draws on multiple approaches such as cost analysis, field research, experiments, productivity analysis, surveys and questionnaires, and qualitative studies. Examination of significant current issues in public policy in contemporary American government.
Emphasis is on practical applications of theories and analysis to policy problems.
Competence in improving policy analysis in selected government settings is also emphasized. Examination of broad trends in governance, including both the theory and practice of various governance choices. May be repeated with different topic. Management and policy formulation in American local governments. Addresses environments, institutions, and actors involved.