Economic Analysis of Policy-Based Operations: Key Dimensions

by Richard Bolt

This study provides a systematic approach to the key dimensions of analysis in support of policy-based operations. Concepts presented understanding the macroeconomic context of sector policy reforms using a macro-meso-micro perspective, using dimensions of sector diagnosis to identify sequential binding constraints to development in a prevailing policy and institutional environment, and assessing the effects of policy change. Also included are examples of measuring the costs of policy change and lessons from incorporating policy change assessments into policy operation design.

188 pages, Paperback

First published April 28, 2004