Public Policy and Management

The PPM specialization prepares students to contribute effectively to policy analysis, preparation, implementation and evaluation processes especially in developing and transitional countries. It aims to make students more thoughtful, effective and equitable players in complex policy processes of formulation, analysis, implementation and evaluation.

In the preparation and decision making as regards choices for public action, this specialization offers a solid understanding of the concepts, theory, techniques/tools of the entire policy process. It imparts competencies, attitudes and skills in applying these and so contribute as a policy actor against a critical awareness of the value-aspects and value-choices in policy making.

The specialization investigates the nature and practices of public sector institutions and organizations as well as public sector reform, both in terms of organizational reform such as New Public Management, but also of the determinants of outcomes in the delivery of public services. It also provides an understanding of organizational structures, dynamics of policy implementation in multi-stakeholder policy arenas and public processes, and skills and tools for more effective action.

Courses and readings

For a full description of all specializations, individual courses and indicative readings, please consult Part 3 of the Academic Calendar.  

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