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Duration 7 hours
Course Outline
Defining Evidence-Based Decision-Making
- Core definitions and differences: evidence-based versus data-driven approaches
- Illustrative cases of evidence-based choices in public administration
- Typical sources of evidence within government settings
Locating and Evaluating Data
- Recognizing pertinent metrics, indicators, and reports
- Assessing the integrity and completeness of data
- Grasping data origin and inherent constraints
Posing the Right Questions
- Structuring decisions and identifying information requirements
- Determining what to request from data teams, analysts, or dashboards
- Defining clear goals before delving into data analysis
Interpreting Data Insights
- Analyzing tables, visualizations, and dashboards
- Distinguishing between correlation and causation
- Detecting missing information, irregularities, and biases
Integrating Data into Practical Decisions
- Utilizing evidence to bolster or adjust policy recommendations
- Balancing trade-offs and risks when data is incomplete
- Recording the reasoning in memos, briefs, or presentations
Conveying and Defending Decisions
- Articulating data narratives for non-technical stakeholders
- Ensuring transparency in your recommendations
- Addressing scrutiny or challenges with solid evidence
Wrap-Up and Future Directions
Requirements
- General background in public policy, program execution, or service management
- Acquaintance with government procedures or decision-making processes
- Adequacy in analyzing charts, reports, and key performance indicators
Target Audience
- Policy and program analysts
- Public administrators and managers
- Government decision-makers and strategic planners
Testimonials (3)
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Hands-on examples allowed us to get an actual feel for how the program works. Good explanations and integration of theoretical concepts and how they relate to practical applications.
