Course Description
Regulatory Impact Assessment (RIA) is a systematic approach used to evaluate the potential impacts of proposed regulations, policies, and legislative measures before implementation. It supports evidence-based decision-making by assessing costs, benefits, risks, and alternatives, while ensuring that regulations achieve their intended objectives efficiently and effectively. This programme introduces participants to the principles and practical application of RIA, with emphasis on improving regulatory quality within the public sector.
Course Objectives
The objectives of the course are to enable participants to:
- • understand the purpose, principles, and importance of regulatory impact assessment.
- • appreciate the role of ria in improving public policy and regulatory decision-making.
- • apply key steps involved in conducting a regulatory impact assessment.
- • identify and analyse the economic, social, environmental, and administrative impacts of regulations.
- • evaluate regulatory options and alternatives before decision-making.
- • understand stakeholder consultation and evidence-based approaches in regulatory development.
- • promote better regulation and improved public sector outcomes.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- • explain the concepts and benefits of regulatory impact assessment.
- • understand the relationship between regulation, policy objectives, and public outcomes.
- • identify the need for regulatory intervention.
- • assess the potential impacts and risks of proposed regulations.
- • apply basic ria tools and techniques.
- • develop recommendations based on evidence and analysis.
- • support transparent and effective regulatory decision-making.
Topics covered:
- • Introduction to Regulatory Impact Assessment
- • The Regulatory Impact Assessment Process
- • Impact Analysis and Evaluation
- • Stakeholder Engagement and Evidence Gathering
- • Implementing and Reviewing Regulations