POL 319 - Public Policy Analysis

3 Credit(s) DIII

This course focuses on the theories, approaches and techniques of public policy analysis. Tailored to allow students to pursue in depth research on policy areas of interest to them such as energy independence, wildlife management, poverty reduction, or other issues, the course examines the relationship between politics and policy content. Students will gain experience and skills in analyzing and formulating public policy. It is recommended that students take POL 201 or POL 219 before enrolling in this course. Three lecture hours per week.