Professional Certificate in Policy Evaluation for Social Sector
-- viewing nowThe Professional Certificate in Policy Evaluation for Social Sector is a comprehensive course designed to equip learners with essential skills in policy evaluation. This course is critical for professionals in the public, private, and non-profit sectors who seek to drive data-driven decision-making and create social impact.
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• Introduction to Policy Evaluation: Understanding the importance of policy evaluation, different types of policy evaluations, and their applications in the social sector.
• Frameworks for Policy Evaluation: An overview of various policy evaluation frameworks and models, including goal-free evaluation, theory-driven evaluation, and cost-benefit analysis.
• Data Collection Methods for Policy Evaluation: Techniques for gathering data on policy implementation and outcomes, including surveys, interviews, focus groups, and observational methods.
• Data Analysis Techniques for Policy Evaluation: Quantitative and qualitative data analysis methods, including statistical analysis, thematic analysis, and content analysis.
• Policy Impact Assessment: Techniques for assessing the impact of policies on social outcomes, including counterfactual analysis and regression discontinuity design.
• Ethical Considerations in Policy Evaluation: Understanding the ethical considerations involved in policy evaluation, including informed consent, confidentiality, and data security.
• Communicating Policy Evaluation Findings: Best practices for communicating policy evaluation findings to stakeholders, including report writing, visualization, and presentation.
• Policy Implementation Analysis: Techniques for analyzing policy implementation, including process tracing, qualitative comparative analysis, and implementation fidelity assessment.
• Policy Design and Evaluation: An overview of how policy design and evaluation are interrelated, including how to use evaluation findings to inform policy design.
Note: This list of units is not exhaustive and may vary based on the specific needs and goals of the professional certificate program.
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Entry Requirements
- Basic understanding of the subject matter
- Proficiency in English language
- Computer and internet access
- Basic computer skills
- Dedication to complete the course
No prior formal qualifications required. Course designed for accessibility.
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This course provides practical knowledge and skills for professional development. It is:
- Not accredited by a recognized body
- Not regulated by an authorized institution
- Complementary to formal qualifications
You'll receive a certificate of completion upon successfully finishing the course.
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