Policy and program evaluation serves a key purpose in the public sector. It measures the success and public value of key policy or program initiatives. Evaluation enables the communication of this success (or failure) to key stakeholders, the community and serves as evidence to inform future policies or initiatives in the policy area.
Content
The role and value of evaluation in policy design
Approaches to evaluation
Evaluation designs for policy and program circumstances
Evaluation frameworks and tools.
Outcomes
By the end of this course, you will have a depth of understanding of the role of evaluation, how evaluation can be designed and tools appropriate to a range of circumstances and resourcing levels. Your department/agency will benefit from improved evaluation understanding and practice at both program or policy commencement and at review.
Develop understanding of evaluation in the public sector
Develop confidence in designing evaluation protocols
Improved evaluation practices and outcomes.
Who Should Attend
People new to policy roles, or those wishing to deepen their skills. Those responsible for policy implementation and review.
Benefits to You and Your Organisation
Networking with people in similar roles in the SA public sector
Expert input, skills development and access to strategies, tools and tips for policy and program evaluation
Increased confidence in policy and program evaluation.
This course is designed for those who might have been exposed to earlier courses on public policy, but at an introductory level. It will suit those wishing to further develop their skills in policy roles or those responsible for policy or program implementation.
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Flinders University
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