Researching Public Policy and Management
Key Facts
| Module Code |
SOCI4075 |
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| Module Convenor |
Ian Shaw |
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| Teaching Pattern |
Intensive Block
Two-day workshop |
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| Semester Taught |
To be confirmed |
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| Method of Assessment |
Written assignment |
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| Pre Requisites |
None |
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| Module Administrator |
Kathryn Clay |
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This module covers some of the main approaches to researching public policy and public management. The module will consider the role of theory in policy-related studies and then explore the pros and cons of the following designs/methods: comparative research (in particular cross-country research), researching networks and governance arrangements, use of performance indicators, elite interviewing and the evaluation of policies and cost-benefit analysis.
The module will use case studies to illustrate the designs, methodologies and methods discussed.