To facilitate the participants in conducting research, evaluation and analysis required for policy planning and implementation at the operational level.
SCOPE
To equip the participants to conduct research on important issues by familiarizing them with the process of Research Methodology.
To sensitize participants on current national issues through individual presentations on selected topics
The research process: Significance of study, statement of the problem, Methodology, Literature review
Style and Form of the paper: writing the outline, footnotes, endnotes, cross-referencing, content and layout
W
03
6.02
CASE STUDY RESEARCH (1, 2 & 3)
CS
13.5
TOTAL
02
16.5
CURRENT ISSUE PRESENTATIONS (CrIP)
AIM
To provide participants an insight on current public policy issues that requires an in-depth appraisal and effective response within constraints of time and resources
SCOPE
To enable participants to be well acquainted with current issues of public policy implementation
To equip them with tools of analysis, logical reasoning, critical appraisal and dispassionate evaluation of issues so as to derive workable course of action
To assist in effective decision making and innovative solutions for resolution or improvement of current issues in public service delivery
Choice of topic will be given to the participant to select current issue for presentation
LOCAL VISITS (LV)
AIM
To acquaint participants about the working of various institutions associated with service delivery to the public.
SCOPE
To develop the capacity for conducting analysis of departmental functions through visits to selected public/private sector organizations.
To observe the processes, methodologies and systems set in place for affecting service delivery by the institution.
To analyze interplay of allied institutions to analyze issues pertaining to coordination & cooperation necessary for execution of tasks.
To assess strengths and weaknesses of the institution.
To enable participants to gain firsthand information about the standard of service being provided to the public, the level of organizational maturity and professionalism.
REF
TOPIC AND SCOPE
MODE
DURATION HOURS
6.03
LOCAL VISITS (1 & 2)
LV
09
6.04
PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT IN ORGANIZATIONS
SCOPE
Study effective Performance Management in an organization
Equip participants with Performance Management tools and techniques to improve organizational effectiveness
LV
4.5
TOTAL
02
13.5
INLAND STUDY TOUR (IST)
AIM
To facilitate officers in acquiring firsthand knowledge of administration of public departments at federal, provincial & district levels.
SCOPE
To provide participants the opportunity to visit far flung districts and gain working knowledge of dynamics of public policy inherent.
To enable groupthink of important initiatives and issues in various districts.
To enable comparative analysis and first hand acquisition of data and information.
To work together post-visit for providing cogent assessment of issues confronted and workable action plans.
To promote fraternity among participants and enhance their understanding of critical provincial and local issues through an Inland Study Tour.
