SW 563 Advanced Policy Development and Analysis

3 credits

Building on foundational knowledge of social welfare policy and history, this course explores theories and methods of policy development and analysis, emphasizing social policies impacting socially and economically disadvantaged populations. Students will learn qualitative, quantitative and mixed methods analysis approaches and obtain the knowledge and techniques essential to policy development and analysis. In addition, this course stresses the political aspects of policymaking and the integration of the anti-racism, diversity, equity and inclusion perspective in policy practice. Grounded in trauma-informed and human rights perspective, students will learn how policy analysis contributes to the advancement of social, economic, racial and environmental justice.