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INTRODUCTION TO STATISTICAL METHODS FOR PUBLIC POLICY ANALYSIS

PUBAFFR 818
Course Description

An introduction to the statistical methods used in public policy. Covers the basics of probability, statistics, and quantitative methods in public policy analysis. Stresses interpretation and presentation of data as well as theory.

Prerequisties

Declared in Public Affairs MPA or International Public Affairs MIPA

Satisfies
Credits

3

Offered

Occasionally

Grade Point Average
3.3

-3.82% from Historical

Completion Rate
100%

1.17% from Historical

A Rate
39.39%

4.33% from Historical

Class Size
33

-27.6% from Historical

Instructors (2025 Fall)

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