How long is the Public Policy Formulation and Analysis course?

The course runs approximately 29 hours across 8 modules and 16 lessons, completed online at your own pace.

How much does Public Policy Formulation and Analysis cost?

The training fee is KES 22,000, with M-Pesa, card and Paystack payment options and lifetime access.

Is Public Policy Formulation and Analysis certified?

Yes. On passing the final assessment you receive a GLI-branded certificate with QR verification. CCS is NITA-accredited.

Public Policy Formulation and Analysis | CCS Online Learning

Name: Public Policy Formulation and Analysis
Price: 22000 KES

This comprehensive intermediate course equips professionals with the skills, tools and confidence to excel in public policy formulation and analysis. Grounded in global best practice and tailored to the African context.

What You Will Learn

✓Analyse the core principles and frameworks of public policy formulation and analysis
✓Build practical tools to real workplace challenges
✓Implement and improve current practices in their organisation
✓Establish and implement effective approaches with measurable outcomes
✓Evaluate public sector management practice with organisational strategy
✓Implement risk, compliance and governance considerations

Modules

Lessons

29 hours

Duration

🎍 Certificate & NITA Accreditation

On passing the final exam (50 MCQs, 70% pass mark, unlimited retakes) you receive a GLI-branded PDF certificate with QR verification. CCS is NITA-accredited — eligible employers can claim NITA levy reimbursement for this course.

Course Curriculum

8 modules · 16 lessons · Interactive quizzes · Study notes · Practical exercises · Final exam

Module 1: Foundations and Key Concepts

2 lessons · 100 min · 3 hours

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Understanding the Fundamentals

47 min

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Key Concepts and Terminology

53 min

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📝 Study Notes

KEY TAKEAWAYS — Foundations and Key Concepts • Public Policy Formulation and Analysis requires both technical skill and sound judgement. • Always start from clear objectives and measurable outcomes. • Use data to drive decisions, not assumptions. • Assign clear ownership and accountability. • Embed lessons learned into systems and culture. • Account for the African operating context and local regulations.

✏️ Practical Exercise

Reflect on your own organisation. Identify one real challenge related to "Foundations and Key Concepts". Using the frameworks from this module, outline (1) the objective, (2) two practical actions you would take this month, and (3) how you would measure success. Be specific and realistic for your context.

Module 2: Strategic Context and Environment

2 lessons · 111 min · 4 hours

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Reading the Operating Environment

49 min

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Aligning with Organisational Strategy

62 min

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KEY TAKEAWAYS — Strategic Context and Environment • Public Policy Formulation and Analysis requires both technical skill and sound judgement. • Always start from clear objectives and measurable outcomes. • Use data to drive decisions, not assumptions. • Assign clear ownership and accountability. • Embed lessons learned into systems and culture. • Account for the African operating context and local regulations.

✏️ Practical Exercise

Reflect on your own organisation. Identify one real challenge related to "Strategic Context and Environment". Using the frameworks from this module, outline (1) the objective, (2) two practical actions you would take this month, and (3) how you would measure success. Be specific and realistic for your context.

Module 3: Core Frameworks and Tools

2 lessons · 102 min · 4 hours

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Essential Frameworks and Models

48 min

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Practical Tools and Techniques

54 min

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KEY TAKEAWAYS — Core Frameworks and Tools • Public Policy Formulation and Analysis requires both technical skill and sound judgement. • Always start from clear objectives and measurable outcomes. • Use data to drive decisions, not assumptions. • Assign clear ownership and accountability. • Embed lessons learned into systems and culture. • Account for the African operating context and local regulations.

✏️ Practical Exercise

Reflect on your own organisation. Identify one real challenge related to "Core Frameworks and Tools". Using the frameworks from this module, outline (1) the objective, (2) two practical actions you would take this month, and (3) how you would measure success. Be specific and realistic for your context.

Module 4: Planning and Design

2 lessons · 96 min · 3 hours

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Planning for Success

48 min

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Designing the Approach

48 min

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KEY TAKEAWAYS — Planning and Design • Public Policy Formulation and Analysis requires both technical skill and sound judgement. • Always start from clear objectives and measurable outcomes. • Use data to drive decisions, not assumptions. • Assign clear ownership and accountability. • Embed lessons learned into systems and culture. • Account for the African operating context and local regulations.

✏️ Practical Exercise

Reflect on your own organisation. Identify one real challenge related to "Planning and Design". Using the frameworks from this module, outline (1) the objective, (2) two practical actions you would take this month, and (3) how you would measure success. Be specific and realistic for your context.

Module 5: Implementation and Execution

2 lessons · 106 min · 4 hours

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Executing Effectively

53 min

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Managing Delivery and Stakeholders

53 min

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KEY TAKEAWAYS — Implementation and Execution • Public Policy Formulation and Analysis requires both technical skill and sound judgement. • Always start from clear objectives and measurable outcomes. • Use data to drive decisions, not assumptions. • Assign clear ownership and accountability. • Embed lessons learned into systems and culture. • Account for the African operating context and local regulations.

✏️ Practical Exercise

Reflect on your own organisation. Identify one real challenge related to "Implementation and Execution". Using the frameworks from this module, outline (1) the objective, (2) two practical actions you would take this month, and (3) how you would measure success. Be specific and realistic for your context.

Module 6: Measurement and Performance

2 lessons · 117 min · 3 hours

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Metrics, KPIs and Dashboards

54 min

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Continuous Improvement

63 min

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KEY TAKEAWAYS — Measurement and Performance • Public Policy Formulation and Analysis requires both technical skill and sound judgement. • Always start from clear objectives and measurable outcomes. • Use data to drive decisions, not assumptions. • Assign clear ownership and accountability. • Embed lessons learned into systems and culture. • Account for the African operating context and local regulations.

✏️ Practical Exercise

Reflect on your own organisation. Identify one real challenge related to "Measurement and Performance". Using the frameworks from this module, outline (1) the objective, (2) two practical actions you would take this month, and (3) how you would measure success. Be specific and realistic for your context.

Module 7: Risk, Governance and Compliance

2 lessons · 114 min · 4 hours

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Managing Risk and Compliance

64 min

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Governance and Accountability

50 min

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KEY TAKEAWAYS — Risk, Governance and Compliance • Public Policy Formulation and Analysis requires both technical skill and sound judgement. • Always start from clear objectives and measurable outcomes. • Use data to drive decisions, not assumptions. • Assign clear ownership and accountability. • Embed lessons learned into systems and culture. • Account for the African operating context and local regulations.

✏️ Practical Exercise

Reflect on your own organisation. Identify one real challenge related to "Risk, Governance and Compliance". Using the frameworks from this module, outline (1) the objective, (2) two practical actions you would take this month, and (3) how you would measure success. Be specific and realistic for your context.

Module 8: Leadership, Culture and Sustainability

2 lessons · 107 min · 4 hours

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Leading People and Culture

50 min

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Sustaining Results Long-Term

57 min

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KEY TAKEAWAYS — Leadership, Culture and Sustainability • Public Policy Formulation and Analysis requires both technical skill and sound judgement. • Always start from clear objectives and measurable outcomes. • Use data to drive decisions, not assumptions. • Assign clear ownership and accountability. • Embed lessons learned into systems and culture. • Account for the African operating context and local regulations.

✏️ Practical Exercise

Reflect on your own organisation. Identify one real challenge related to "Leadership, Culture and Sustainability". Using the frameworks from this module, outline (1) the objective, (2) two practical actions you would take this month, and (3) how you would measure success. Be specific and realistic for your context.

Who Should Attend

▸Managers and supervisors responsible for public sector management
▸Professionals seeking to advance their careers in public sector management
▸Team leaders and officers in the public and private sectors
▸Anyone transitioning into a public sector management role
▸Consultants, advisors and practitioners in the field

No prior qualification is required. This course is delivered 100% online and is suitable for professionals across Kenya and the wider African region.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

✓Analyse the core principles and frameworks of public policy formulation and analysis
✓Build practical tools to real workplace challenges
✓Implement and improve current practices in their organisation
✓Establish and implement effective approaches with measurable outcomes
✓Evaluate public sector management practice with organisational strategy
✓Implement risk, compliance and governance considerations

Quick Details

Duration29 hours

Modules8 modules

Lessons16 lessons

LevelIntermediate

PriceKES 22,000

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