
Overview
Completion of this Public Policy degree at University of Nevada, Las Vegas will prepare students to conduct policy analysis, advocate for public policies and community-based solutions, or serve in decision-making positions. Its focus is to integrate what is known about the policy process into a set of skills and abilities so individuals can be competent actors in the policy arena.
Course delivery is very structured with courses offered in a very specific sequence on Friday and Saturdays over five semesters.
Learning Outcomes
- Students should be able to identify and frame problems to be placed on the policy agenda.
- Students will develop the skills to conduct cost/benefit analysis and to write a fiscal note.
- Students should be able to articulate arguments for and against a policy proposal.
- Students should be able to develop action plans for the implementation of programs.
- Students will demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to develop a policy/program evaluation.
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Courses include:
- Framework for Understanding Public Policy and Agenda Setting
- Developing Policy Alternatives
- Models of Policy Implementation
- Evaluation: Closing the Loop
- Problem Identification and Agendas
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Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
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General requirements
- Students must have at least a Masters degree.
- Students must submit three letters of reference
- Students must submit a resume and should have at least five years of professional work related experience
- An essay explaining student's interest in the degree and how they believe the degree will aid in their professional development. In addition, the letter must articulate a policy area that the student has a substantive interest in studying. The letter must accompany the application. (An interview will be required before a final admissions decision is made).
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23411 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 23411 USD per year -
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23411 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 23411 USD per year -
In-State
6869 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 6869 USD per year
Living costs for Las Vegas
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Funding
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