Public Policy Analysis: Masterclass & Best Practices

Course Introduction

Delivered over five days, this masterclass-style programme on Public Policy Analysis combines concise technical input with hands-on application. It is built around public-sector planning, services and performance, so examples, exercises and discussion stay relevant to participants' daily work.

Training Objectives

• 01Describe how Public Policy Analysis is defined, governed and measured in international practice
• 02Work through typical situations in public-sector planning, services and performance using structured Public Policy Analysis techniques
• 03Recognise common risks, errors and non-conformities linked to Public Policy Analysis — and how to prevent them
• 04Choose the right indicators and records to monitor Public Policy Analysis over time
• 05Translate the course learning into a realistic plan agreed with your line manager

What You Will Take Away

• A personal development action plan
• A 30-60-90 day implementation plan for your own workplace
• Templates for planning, tracking and reporting

Who Should Attend

• Government Officials & Managers
• Public Policy Analysts
• Public Sector Strategy Teams
• Government Service Delivery Staff

Prerequisites: Best suited to experienced practitioners and team leaders.

Training Methodology

The format is conversational and case-driven: participants bring real challenges and test them against regional and international experience. Case material and examples are drawn from public-sector planning, services and performance.

Day-by-Day Programme (5 Days)

• Day 1
  Foundations and context

  Key terms, roles and the regulatory background behind Public Policy Analysis, with examples from public-sector planning, services and performance.

• Day 2
  Methods and standards in depth

  A detailed look at frameworks, codes and decision methods used in Public Policy Analysis.

• Day 3
  Practical workshop day

  Group exercises and simulations that put Public Policy Analysis techniques to work.

• Day 4
  Case-study day

  Real-world cases, failure analysis and improvement options related to Public Policy Analysis.

• Day 5
  Action plan and assessment

  Review, individual action plans and a short assessment to confirm readiness to apply Public Policy Analysis.

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