This course focuses on the critical aspects of public policy development, governance frameworks, and how they interact in the broader socio-political and economic environment. It aims to equip learners with the necessary skills to understand policy-making processes and the various governance models that influence policy implementation.

Key Areas of Study:

1. Introduction to Public Policy: Definitions, frameworks, and the policy cycle.
2. Governance Models: Different governance structures and their effectiveness.
3. Policy Analysis: Tools and techniques to assess the impacts of public policies.
4. Political Economy: Understanding how economic principles affect policy decisions.
5. Public Administration: Roles of institutions and public servants in policy governance.
6. Ethical Issues in Governance: Exploring transparency, accountability, and ethics in public governance.
7. Stakeholder Engagement: Involving communities, private sector, and civil society in policymaking.

Duration: 14 Days