Basic Methods of Policy Analysis and Planning

by Carl V. Patton, David Sawicki, Jennifer Clark

Updated in its 3rd edition, Basic Methods of Policy Analysis and Planning presents quickly applied methods for analyzing and resolving planning and policy issues at state, regional, and urban levels. Divided into two parts, Methods which presents quick methods in nine chapters and is organized around the steps in the policy analysis process, and Cases which presents seven policy cases, ranging in degree of complexity, the text provides readers with the resources they need for effective policy planning and analysis. Quantitative and qualitative methods are systematically combined to address policy dilemmas and urban planning problems. Readers and analysts utilizing this text gain comprehensive skills and background needed to impact public policy.

Genres: Public Policy, Nonfiction, School

480 pages, Paperback

First published January 22, 1993

Reviews

[Diego Vieira]

DNF at page 66 because of my grad class

[Sj · Rating 4 out of 5]

The book provides some analytical tools for off-the-fly and on-the-go policy analysts, making the book an indispensable part of an analyst's arsenal. Patton and Sawicki have also included some case studies to concretize their points. Definitely a must-read for the analyst who is just starting on the job, but has to hit the ground running on the first day.

[Kevin Duffy · Rating 2 out of 5]

Had to read it for PPA... necessary evil.

[Dianne · Rating 3 out of 5]

It's a textbook on public policy and various methods of policy analysis and presentation - what's to think? It was better than the last text I had on policy analysis...

[Jessica · Rating 4 out of 5]

Useful and cogently organized--will continue to visit this text as a resource for approaching various planning problems.