Кто читает:: Департамент политологии и международных отношений

Статус:: Курс по выбору

Когда читается:: 2-й курс, 1, 2 модуль

Преподаватели

Стародубцев Андрей Владимирович

Стремоухов Денис Александрович

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Abstract

This course is designed to equip students with practical skills in policy analysis and policy paper writing, tailored for various audiences. To achieve this, the course integrates hands-on workshops on policy paper writing and discussions on applied policy analysis techniques with the study of key concepts and theories in policy studies, alongside an exploration of the unique challenges and dynamics of policymaking and governance in post-Soviet contexts.The course is structured into three comprehensive blocks:Foundations of Policy Studies: This block introduces students to essential concepts, models, and theories in policy studies, providing a solid theoretical grounding.Governance and Policymaking in Post-Soviet States: The second block delves into the distinctive features of governance and policymaking in post-Soviet states, offering insights into the regional context.Applied Policy Analysis: Building on the foundational knowledge from the first two blocks, this section focuses on applied policy analysis, equipping students with the skills necessary to conduct real-world policy analysis and produce high-quality policy papers.

Learning Objectives

Provide students with a solid understanding of fundamental concepts and theories in policy studies, enabling effective analysis and application to various policy contexts.
to make students able identify and critically assess the distinctive features and challenges of policymaking and governance in post-Soviet states, using appropriate analytical frameworks
to equip students with the skills of applied policy analysis and policy paper writing

Expected Learning Outcomes

knows basic concepts in the fields of Policy Studies, Governance, and Public Administration and can apply them to describe an explain policy processes in post-Soviet countries
knows the differences in the context of the policymaking process and the role different actors (business, NGOs, international organizations) play in this process across the post-Soviet states
understands of fundamental concepts and theories in policy studies
understands fundamental concepts and theories in policy studies
writes well-structured policy papers that integrate insights from policy studies
identifies the distinctive features and challenges of policymaking and governance in post-Soviet states
evaluates public policy designs prospectively and retrospectively

Course Contents

Introduction to Public Policy
Public policy as problem-solving: Policy design
Finding solutions: the practice of Policy Design
From desk research to the field: qualitative policy evaluation
Rational problem solving meets reality: historical legacies and institutional constraints
Bringing politics back in: Multiple Streams Framework
Bringing politics back in: Advocacy Coalitions Framework
From micro- to macro-politics: political regimes and societal structures of the post-Soviet states
International influences on policy design: policy transfer, policy diffusion, and policy translation
Civil society and NGOs as actors of policy change

Assessment Elements

In-class participation
Students are expected to attend each seminar and participate regularly in discussions. The instructor evaluates participation based on the quality of answers, evidence of engagement with the assigned readings and homework, and the overall level of involvement in class activities.
In-class assignments
The students are to fulfill three written in-class assignments based on the material of preceeding classes. Students will have 20 minutes for each assignment.
Test
The test covers the theoretical material discussed throughout the course.

Interim Assessment

2025/2026 2nd module
0.25 * In-class assignments + 0.25 * In-class participation + 0.5 * Test

Bibliography

Recommended Core Bibliography

Araral, E. (2013). Routledge Handbook of Public Policy. New York: Routledge. Retrieved from http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&site=eds-live&db=edsebk&AN=513571
Fischer, F., Miller, G., & Sidney, M. S. (2007). Handbook of Public Policy Analysis : Theory, Politics, and Methods. Boca Raton: Routledge. Retrieved from http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&site=eds-live&db=edsebk&AN=184464

Recommended Additional Bibliography

Cairney, P. V. (DE-588)1048185621, (DE-627)779955072, (DE-576)401999203, aut. (2021). The Politics of Policy Analysis Paul Cairney.

Authors

Starodubtsev Andrei Vladimirovich
STREMOUKHOV DENIS ALEKSANDROVICH

Магистерская программа «Анализ данных для государства и общества»

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Analysis of Public Policy in the Post-Soviet Countries