ADMN 581

Quantitative Methods for Public Policy Analysis and Program Evaluation

Units: 1.5

Building on the knowledge acquired in 502B, describes the logic behind various quantitative methodologies used in conducting retrospective quantitative evaluations in public policy programs and research. Demonstrates the application of these methodologies using real world policy applications. Topics may include: simple and multiple regression, endogeneity, limited dependent variables, panel data, and experimental methods.

Notes: - Credit will be granted for only one of 581, 681.

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Prerequisites: 502B or permission of the department.

Graduate course in the Public Administration program administered by the Faculty of Graduate Studies.