Public Policy & Administration 497P - S- Policy & Program Evaluation

Spring
2015
01
3.00
Obed Pasha
W 1:15PM 3:45PM
UMass Amherst
19351
19350
This course equips students with tools to evaluate the success of public and nonprofit policies and programs. Course topics will survey basic practices such as process and outcome evaluation, as well as techniques such as experimental and quasi-experimental designs for effective policy and program administration. In addition, the course explores the advantages of using evaluation as a mechanism for program improvement.
Previous Intro to Stats class required to take this class.
Permission is required for interchange registration during the add/drop period only.