The University of Massachusetts Amherst

SPP 497P Policy & Program Evaluation

This course equips students with tools to evaluate the success of public and nonprofit policies and programs. Course topics will survey basic practices such as process and outcome evaluation, as well as techniques such as experimental and quasi-experimental designs for effective policy and program administration. In addition, the course explores the advantages of using evaluation as a mechanism for program improvement. 

Department: 

SPP

Catalog Number: 

497P

Class Number: 

50364

Instructor: 

Valerie Cooley

Meeting Times: 

W 10:45-1:15

Meeting Room: 

Machmer E-23

Course Type: 

Undergraduate Courses

Course note: 

Previous Intro to Stats class required

Credits: 

3