Research Methods for Policy Analysis

0.5 Course Units

This course explores research methods used to undertake program evaluation in policing and criminal justice. Students learn about the design and delivery of data collection instruments across a range of policy environments. These include quantitative data analysis, qualitative analysis, survey design. On completion of the course, students will be able to explain the pros and cons of various methodologies and identify appropriate research choices for different policy problems. Spring 0.5 Course Units