Problem Solving and Decision Making Skills: Policy Analysis for Local Government Professionals

The goal of this course is to provide local government professionals with the skills and knowledge they need to understand and analyze complex public policy issues and options, and to recommend action to decision makers. This course will give students the opportunity to understand the key elements of the public policy making process and examine current policy issues, constraints and opportunities in the BC local government context. The course will help students develop a systematic approach to problem solving and prepare them for more senior leadership roles in their local government organizations.