BPA/304
The Public Policy Environment

Course level: Undergraduate

Christine O.

BSA

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Format
Online
Course length
5 weeks
Cost per credit
$426
Total credits
3 credits
Resource fees
$180
Estimated course cost
$1,458
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Jan 05, 2027 to Feb 08, 2027
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Mar 16, 2027 to Apr 19, 2027
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This course explores the dynamic field of public policy development and examines decision-making in the ever-changing political environment. This course will require students to discuss multiple sources of policy input ranging from grassroots to legislative arenas. Current data sources and the application of analytical tools will be presented as a means to best satisfy multiple needs.

Prerequisites

BPA/200 Public Sector Communications or equivalent

(Evaluation of submitted requirements may take up to 72 hours to be approved.)

Required materials

The materials required for this course are covered in your resource fees.

Earn these career-relevant skills in weeks, not years.

Complex Problem Solving

Describe ethical public policy analysis

Coordinating Policies

Explain how policy is created in the public sector

Detail Oriented

Describe the skills needed to write a public policy