PPA 520 International Dimensions of Public Policy

This course introduces students to international perspectives on policymaking. Through a combination of policy analysis, empirical research and case studies, students will examine approaches to public policy development and implementation in a number of industrialized societies. Readings and discussions address many topics, and may include: social welfare, education, maternity/paternity leave, immigration, sustainable development, economic development, finance and organizational management, and international aid. Students will collect, evaluate and analyze information and data to make systematic comparison between public policies in different societies. Pre-requisite(s): PPA 500. Co-requisite(s): None. 3 semester hours

Credits

3