This course is designed to equip senior government leaders, policymakers, and advisors with the skills to design, analyze, and implement effective public policies. With a focus on African governance contexts, it covers the full policy cycle—from issue identification to policy evaluation—while emphasizing evidence-based decision-making, inter-agency collaboration, and citizen impact. Participants will leave with practical tools to craft policies that are not only strategic but also inclusive and implementable.
Media Intro
Craft smarter policies. Deliver real results. Learn how to design and implement public policies that solve problems and serve citizens effectively.
Learning Methodology
Policy design simulations
Case studies from African governments
Stakeholder mapping and power analysis
Policy lab: design and critique sessions
Tools for political economy analysis and implementation planning
Learning Outcomes
Participants will be able to:
Understand the public policy cycle and how to apply it effectively
Use data and stakeholder input to inform policy decisions
Draft clear, actionable, and evidence-based policy proposals
Anticipate implementation challenges and build response strategies
Evaluate policy outcomes for learning and accountability
Delivery Format
Duration: 3 days (24 contact hours)
Delivery: Online (live instructor-led) or Physical (in select cities)
Certification: Certificate of Completion issued by Alverton Global
Materials: Policy design toolkit, stakeholder templates, policy briefs
Course Features
- Lectures 30
- Quiz 0
- Duration 3 days
- Skill level Expert
- Language English
- Students 15
- Certificate Yes
- Assessments Yes
- 10 Sections
- 30 Lessons
- 3 Days
- Introduction to Public Policy and Governance3
- The Policy Development Cycle3
- Problem Definition and Agenda Setting3
- Evidence-Based Policy Making3
- Policy Design and Formulation3
- Stakeholder Engagement and Consultation3
- Policy Implementation Planning3
- Monitoring and Evaluating Policy Performance3
- Communicating and Advocating for Policy3
- Policy Innovation and Reform in Africa3
Requirements
- Experience in government, policy advising, legislative work, or program management
- Interest in public service design, reform, or legislation
Features
- Practical tools for every stage of the policy cycle
- Contextualized for African governance systems
- Certificate from Alverton Global
- Suitable for senior and emerging government leaders
- Delivered online or in-person
Target audiences
- Ministers, MPs, and county executive committee members
- Policy analysts and advisors
- Directors of public programs and departments
- Legislative staff and research officers
- Strategy units and planning commissions
