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2016-2017 University Catalog

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PUBP 801 - Research Design for Public Policy

Credits: 1-4
Not Repeatable for Credit
Offered by Schar School of Policy and Government (formerly SPGIA)

Provides an introduction to the theory and practice of research in public policy. Gives students an understanding of issues in the philosophy of science and different approaches to social science research. Provides broad overviews of quantitative and qualitative methodologies, with a major emphasis on research design, including conceptualization, the role of theory, hypothesis generation, inference and bias.

Prerequisite(s): PUPB 720 and PUBP 730, or their equivalents strongly recommended.
Schedule Type: LEC
Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week: 2-3
Hours of Lab or Studio per week: 0-1

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