The objective of this course is to review and discuss major theoretical perspectives that contribute to our understanding of public policy. Featuring extensive class discussions, the course focuses on three related factors: ideas, institutions, and power, and will help research students grasp major theoretical debates in policy analysis, with a special emphasis on sociological, political science, and interdisciplinary perspectives. Weekly hours: 3 Seminar/Discussion hoursRestriction(s): Admission into the JSGS Ph.D. program.
The objective of this course is to review and discuss major theoretical perspectives that contribute to our understanding of public policy. Featuring extensive class discussions, the course focuses on three related factors: ideas, institutions, and power, and will help research students grasp major theoretical debates in policy analysis, with a special emphasis on sociological, political science, and interdisciplinary perspectives. Weekly hours: 3 Seminar/Discussion hoursRestriction(s): Admission into the JSGS Ph.D. program.
