Policy Analysis: Concepts and PracticeOften described as a public policy “bible,” Weimer and Vining remains the essential primer it ever was. Now in its sixth edition, Policy Analysis provides a strong conceptual foundation of the rationales for and the limitations to public policy. It offers practical advice about how to do policy analysis, but goes a bit deeper to demonstrate the application of advanced analytical techniques through the use of case studies. Updates to this edition include:
Policy Analysis: Concepts and Practices remains a comprehensive, serious, and rich introduction to policy analysis for students in public policy, public administration, and business programs. |
Contents
PART II Conceptual Foundations for Problem Analysis | 57 |
PART III Conceptual Foundations for Solution Analysis | 203 |
PART IV Doing Policy Analysis | 325 |
PART V Conclusion | 451 |
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