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Introduction
Course overview
Good public policy depends on clear problem definition, evidence, analysis of options and rigorous evaluation of results. Policy analysts must balance technical analysis with political and social realities.
This Aractech course covers the policy cycle, problem analysis, stakeholder mapping, evidence use, options appraisal including cost-benefit analysis, implementation design, monitoring and evaluation methods and communicating policy advice. Participants develop a policy brief on a real issue.
The course suits policy analysts and advisers in government and related organisations.
What you will achieve
Learning objectives
- Explain the policy cycle and policy-making processes
- Define policy problems and objectives
- Use evidence and data in policy analysis
- Appraise options using cost-benefit and multi-criteria analysis
- Design implementation and evaluation
- Communicate policy advice effectively
Who should attend
Target audience
- Policy analysts and advisers
- Government officials
- Researchers
- NGO and think tank staff
- Parliamentary staff
- International organisation staff
Methodology
Learning approach
- Policy case studies
- Analysis exercises
- Policy brief writing
- Group discussions
- Presentations
Complete course outline
Five focused days of learning and application
The timings provided are estimates and may vary depending on the number of participants and the discussions taking place during the sessions. They are indicative only and do not constitute a binding commitment.
Day 1
The Policy Process
- Policy cycle
- Actors and institutions
- Agenda setting
- Evidence-based policy
- Coffee break
- Evidence-based policy (continued)
- Political context
- Exercise: Policy landscape
Day 2
Problem Analysis
- Problem definition
- Root causes
- Stakeholder analysis
- Objectives
- Coffee break
- Objectives (continued)
- Theory of change
- Workshop: Problem tree
Day 3
Options Appraisal
- Generating options
- Cost-benefit analysis
- Multi-criteria analysis
- Risk and uncertainty
- Coffee break
- Risk and uncertainty (continued)
- Equity impacts
- Exercise: Options appraisal
Day 4
Implementation and Evaluation
- Implementation design
- Monitoring frameworks
- Evaluation methods
- Coffee break
- Evaluation methods (continued)
- Impact evaluation
- Learning
- Case study: Policy evaluation
Day 5
Communicating Policy
- Policy briefs
- Presenting to ministers
- Stakeholder communication
- Coffee break
- Stakeholder communication (continued)
- Consultation
- Influence
- Capstone: Policy brief
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What does Public Policy Analysis and Evaluation (GPS-012) cover?
This course covers Government and Public Sector through a structured five-day outline focused on practical application, discussion, and implementation planning.
When is the next available session?
The next scheduled session starts on 16 - 20 November 2026. See the course schedules section for the available dates and delivery formats.
Who should attend this course?
Policy analysts and advisers, Government officials, Researchers
Is bilingual course delivery available?
Yes. All course materials and presentations are provided in English, while bilingual explanation and discussion support may be available depending on the selected location and trainer availability. For example, when attending a course in Istanbul, you may request a Turkish-speaking trainer to explain the English course content in Turkish. Arabic explanation support may also be requested at this location. Other languages are available in selected cities. You can choose your preferred language support as an optional preference during registration.
How can I register for a session?
Use any Register button next to the available course dates to open the participant registration page and submit your booking request for the selected session.
Is this course available online as well as classroom-based?
Check the course schedules section for currently published classroom and Online / Live sessions.
Where are classroom sessions delivered?
Current classroom venues include Munich, Amsterdam, Cape Town, Frankfurt, Barcelona, Rome, Paris.
How long is the training programme?
The programme runs for five days from 09:00 to 14:00, which gives 25 contact hours, including a daily 30-minute break (22.5 hours of instruction).
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