Basic Methods of Policy Analysis and Planning - Third Edition

Patton, Carl, David Sawicki, & Jennifer Clark

ISBN 10: 0137495099 / ISBN 13: 9780137495092

Published by Routledge, 2016

About this Item

464 pages including bibliography & index; 9.25" tall x 7.5"; color photo on front cover; small bump has caused light crease to top corner of 3pp.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Basic Methods of Policy Analysis and Planning - Third Edition
• Publisher: Routledge
• Publication Date: 2016
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0137495099
• ISBN 13: 9780137495092
• Binding: Soft Cover
• Edition: 3rd Edition
• Condition: vg
• Book Type: Paperback
• Seller catalogs:
  • Architecture,Poli Sci / Gov't / Current Affairs...

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Synopsis

Updated in its 3rd edition, Basic Methods of Policy Analysis and Planning presents quickly applied methods for analyzing and resolving planning and policy issues at state, regional, and urban levels.

Divided into two parts, Methods which presents quick methods in nine chapters and is organized around the steps in the policy analysis process, and Cases which presents seven policy cases, ranging in degree of complexity, the text provides readers with the resources they need for effective policy planning and analysis. Quantitative and qualitative methods are systematically combined to address policy dilemmas and urban planning problems. Readers and analysts utilizing this text gain comprehensive skills and background needed to impact public policy.

About the Author

Carl Patton is Professor Emeritus at Georgia State University, USA.
David Sawicki is Professor Emeritus at Georgia Institute of Technology, USA.
Jennifer Clark is Professor at The Ohio State University, USA.