Course Description
This 1 day course provides participants with the knowledge and skills to effectively identify, analyze, and manage risks associated with public policy formulation and implementation. The course covers fundamental concepts of risk assessment within the policy environment, methodologies for evaluating risks, and strategies to mitigate potential negative impacts. Participants will explore practical tools and frameworks to enhance policy resilience and ensure informed decision-making in the public sector.
Course Objectives
The objectives of the course are to enable participants to:
- • understand the concept and importance of risk assessment in public policy.
- • identify various types of risks that affect policy development and execution.
- • learn practical methodologies and tools for assessing policy risks.
- • develop strategies for mitigating and managing identified risks.
- • enhance decision-making processes through informed risk analysis.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- • define risk assessment in the context of public policy.
- • identify key risks that may arise during policy development and implementation.
- • apply appropriate risk assessment tools and techniques.
- • formulate risk mitigation plans to address potential challenges.
- • communicate risk assessment findings effectively to stakeholders.