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Public Policy Analysis and Evaluation

Good public policy depends on clear problem definition, evidence, analysis of options and rigorous evaluation of results. Policy analysts must balance technical analysis…

  • 5 daysClassroom
  • 14Upcoming dates
  • 7Cities
  • £2,840Fees from

Course overview

Why Attend

Good public policy depends on clear problem definition, evidence, analysis of options and rigorous evaluation of results. Policy analysts must balance technical analysis with political and social realities.

This LLMI course covers the policy cycle, problem analysis, stakeholder mapping, evidence use, options appraisal including cost-benefit analysis, implementation design, monitoring and evaluation methods and communicating policy advice. Participants develop a policy brief on a real issue.

The course suits policy analysts and advisers in government and related organisations.

Course Objectives

Explain the policy cycle and policy-making processes

Define policy problems and objectives

Use evidence and data in policy analysis

Appraise options using cost-benefit and multi-criteria analysis

Design implementation and evaluation

Communicate policy advice effectively

Target Audience

Policy analysts and advisers

Government officials

Researchers

NGO and think tank staff

Parliamentary staff

International organisation staff

Course Methodology

Policy case studies

Analysis exercises

Policy brief writing

Group discussions

Presentations

Course outline

  1. 1Day 1: The Policy Process
    • Policy cycle
    • Actors and institutions
    • Agenda setting
    • Evidence-based policy
    • Political context
    • Exercise: Policy landscape
  2. 2Day 2: Problem Analysis
    • Problem definition
    • Root causes
    • Stakeholder analysis
    • Objectives
    • Theory of change
    • Workshop: Problem tree
  3. 3Day 3: Options Appraisal
    • Generating options
    • Cost-benefit analysis
    • Multi-criteria analysis
    • Risk and uncertainty
    • Equity impacts
    • Exercise: Options appraisal
  4. 4Day 4: Implementation and Evaluation
    • Implementation design
    • Monitoring frameworks
    • Evaluation methods
    • Impact evaluation
    • Learning
    • Case study: Policy evaluation
  5. 5Day 5: Communicating Policy
    • Policy briefs
    • Presenting to ministers
    • Stakeholder communication
    • Consultation
    • Influence
    • Capstone: Policy brief

Dates and fees

16NOV 16 - 20 Nov 20265 days MunichGermany £4,250per delegate Register
7DEC 7 - 11 Dec 20265 days AmsterdamNetherlands £4,250per delegate Register
11JAN 11 - 15 Jan 20275 days Cape TownSouth Africa £2,840per delegate Register
8FEB 8 - 12 Feb 20275 days FrankfurtGermany £3,250per delegate Register
8MAR 8 - 12 Mar 20275 days BarcelonaSpain £3,850per delegate Register
12APR 12 - 16 Apr 20275 days BarcelonaSpain £3,850per delegate Register
10MAY 10 - 14 May 20275 days RomeItaly £4,250per delegate Register
14JUN 14 - 18 Jun 20275 days MunichGermany £4,250per delegate Register
12JUL 12 - 16 Jul 20275 days AmsterdamNetherlands £4,250per delegate Register
9AUG 9 - 13 Aug 20275 days ParisFrance £4,500per delegate Register
13SEP 13 - 17 Sep 20275 days FrankfurtGermany £3,250per delegate Register
11OCT 11 - 15 Oct 20275 days BarcelonaSpain £3,850per delegate Register
8NOV 8 - 12 Nov 20275 days BarcelonaSpain £3,850per delegate Register
13DEC 13 - 17 Dec 20275 days RomeItaly £4,250per delegate Register

Questions

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Public Policy Analysis and Evaluation course?

The course runs over 5 days of classroom training, usually Monday to Friday.

When is the next Public Policy Analysis and Evaluation course?

The next public date is 16 - 20 Nov 2026 in Munich. There are 14 upcoming dates in total.

Where is this course held?

Upcoming sessions run in Munich, Amsterdam, Cape Town, Frankfurt, Barcelona, Rome, Paris.

How much does the course cost?

Fees start from £2,840 per delegate, depending on the city. Fees include tuition and course materials.

Do participants receive a certificate?

Yes. Delegates who complete the course receive a London Leadership Management Innovation certificate of completion.

Can this course be delivered in-house for our team?

Yes. LLMI can tailor and deliver this course privately for your organisation at your premises or in one of our training cities.

Course information last updated 14 November 2026.

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