POLS 260 : PUBLIC POLICY (R)

This course explains the nature of public policy and analyzes stages in its making, including problem identification and policy agenda, formulation, adoption, implementation, and evaluation. Case studies in varied policy areas will show how the process actually works, i.e., what the results of policy look like in the real world. Leadership roles of individuals, groups, and institutions will be reviewed in depth. Cross listed as ECON 260.