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POLICY-MAKING PROCESS

POLISCI/PUBAFFR/URBRPL 874
Course Description

Examines the political, social, and economic contexts that shape and are shaped by policy making processes. Though the focus is on the US, international comparisons will be made, and students are encouraged to think about the American context through comparative and international perspectives. Familiarizes students with dominant theories and models of policymaking process and policy change, starting with the model of the policy cycle. Focuses in on key topics and issues in policy making, specifically, agenda setting, implementation, and the relationships between policymaking and democracy. Reflects on contemporary and emerging issues and dilemmas of the politics of policy making.

Prerequisties

Graduate/professional standing

Satisfies

This course does not satisfy any prerequisites.

Credits

3

Offered

Occasionally

Grade Point Average
3.86

6.43% from Historical

Completion Rate
100%

0.44% from Historical

A Rate
77.27%

52.52% from Historical

Class Size
22

-38.44% from Historical

Instructors (2025 Fall)

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