PPOL 720B Policy Analysis

PPOL 720. POLICY ANALYSIS. (Credit, 3 hours). Advanced training in analytical policy research methods will contribute to the strength and significance of the students doctoral research, and should enhance opportunities for the student upon graduation. The course will cover advanced design issues, methods for exploring data, and advanced statistical techniques. Public policy researchers must be able to understand, appreciate, and use diverse research methods in order to conduct ethical and accountable research. The employment of a variety of qualitative and quantitative methods, along with the use of computers is now critical to the conduct of scientifically sound research. Therefore, this course integrates the foundations of advanced research methodology with the use of computers and appropriate statistical procedures in order to prepare students to meet the increasing demands for conducting policy-relevant research.

Credits

3

Cross Listed Courses

Prerequisite

PPOL 700B PPOL 702B PPOL 704B PPOL 714B