POL 319 Public Policy and Legislative Analysis

3 Credit(s) W-II

This course focuses on theories, analytical approaches and techniques for analysis of public policy and legislation. The course is designed to help students develop the skills required to analyze policy problems, identify decision-making criteria for policy analysis, and develop and evaluate alternative policy solutions. Students enhance research and writing skills through preparation of case studies, policy memos, and legislation. It is recommended that students take POL201 or POL219 before enrolling in this course. Three seminar hours per week.