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Policy Analysis Techniques
Course #: GERON GR 760
Description:
The course introduces students to a variety of formal methods used in policy analysis in gerontology. Topics include methods of legal research; projection techniques; factorial survey designs to determine the normative underpinnings of policy; measurement of inequality; measurement of efficiency in targeting; use of matrices for analysis of goals and alternatives; benefit-cost analysis; assessment of political feasibility; assessment of feasibility of implementation; and evaluation research. Students learn how to apply the various techniques through a series of assignments.
Pre Requisites: Pre-req = GERON 623
Offered in:
2026 Fall
| Section | Class Number | Schedule/Time | Instructor | Location | |
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| 01 | 1206 | M 3:00 - 5:45 pm |
Nadash,Pamela | Wh-Peters W03-0125GeronClassrm | |
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Session:
Regular
Class Dates:
09/08/2026 - 12/11/2026
Capacity:
10
Enrolled:
6
Status:
Open
Credits:
3/3
Class Notes:
This course uses course material available through the Healey Library and other sources. There is no cost for the course material for this course. For more information about no-cost course material, please visit open.umb.edu.
Pre Requisites:
Pre-req = GERON 623
Course Attributes:
Library and other resources, no cost materials
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