Foundations of Policy Analysis

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This course builds capabilities in the theories and practices of policy formulation and administration. It looks at how policies are developed and implemented in the US at the federal and state levels using theoretical tools from areas including economics, consumer behavior, law, and political science. It exposes students to the various governance models, their critiques, and philosophical underpinnings. Students also gain an understanding of the legal bases, systems, and institutions that support public policy and administration.