Overview of course

Public policy is the cornerstone of every democracy and serves a very important purpose in almost every society. The short course, Introduction to Policy Making and Analysis offers an applied, problem-solving-based approach, blending new theoretical developments and practice, with a view to managing public policies locally and globally.  

Objectives

At the end of the course, participants would be able to:

• Explain the basic and related concepts in public policy analysis – public problem, public interest, public policy, and public policy making and analysis
• Examine the critical and dynamic nature of the public policy process
• Explore various theories, models and approaches used in policy and decision making
• Scrutinize current public policy making and analysis issues

Course holder: Nexus International University, Kampala | Prof Magnus Amajirionwu 

Professor Magnus Amajirionwu is global sustainability expert and educationist with over 30
years of experience working in Europe and Africa. Currently, he is a professor of environment
and sustainable development and the Vice Chancellor of Nexus International University (NIU).

Course and registration details

Time: 6 am to 8 am EAT (Tutor-led virtual classes)

Duration:  2 Weeks: Tuesdays and Thursdays each week, the first and second week of each month

Tuition fee: $ 60

Register here

You can also make payment directly here so as to be granted access to the course webinar details and materials.

NB: Certificates will be awarded at the end of the course webinar.

Course syllabus

Please note that this is a recurring certificate course with new cohorts beginning every month.