Research skills are essential for evidence-based policy-making in public sector. This course provides the students with an overview of the theory and practice of qualitative methods and quantitative methods. This course enables candidates to deliver empirical studies, like the examination of causal effects of policy on observed outcomes and practical experience in applying techniques of qualitative analysis using computer software.

CILO-1: Identify key points of evidence-based policymaking and the role of empirical studies in public administration. CILO-2: Apply qualitative methods, including literature reviews, interviews, focus group discussions, and coword analysis as well as, quantitative research methods, including sampling, questionnaire design, regression analysis, factor analysis, and cluster analysis. CILO-3: Apply the learned research methods from this course in empirical analysis of public policy and social policy.