Applied Research for Policy Innovation
This course trains analysts in the systematic gathering and synthesis of empirical evidence to inform organizational policy. It focuses on turning qualitative and quantitative data into clear, evidence-based recommendations for leadership.
£280
Certified Policy Research Analyst
- Pass mark 70%
- Certificate on completion
- Verifiable public certificate ID
- English · available globally
Applied Research for Policy Innovation: the short answers
- What is Applied Research for Policy Innovation?
- This course trains analysts in the systematic gathering and synthesis of empirical evidence to inform organizational policy. It focuses on turning qualitative and quantitative data into clear, evidence-based recommendations for leadership.
- Who is Applied Research for Policy Innovation for?
- It is pitched at Intermediate level for Policy Research Analysts working in business, and is studied online from any country.
- How long does Applied Research for Policy Innovation take?
- Around 15 hours of study, plus the assessed assignments and one applied project.
- How is the certification assessed?
- Every assignment and the final project are assessed automatically against the published criteria. The pass mark is 70%, and an item that does not pass can be resubmitted.
- What do I receive when I pass?
- Certified Policy Research Analyst, issued as a certificate with a unique ID that employers can check in the public certificate register.
- How much does it cost?
- £280 once, with no subscription.
What you will be able to do
- Synthesize complex datasets into actionable policy briefs
- Apply rigorous evidence-gathering methodologies
- Evaluate the quality and bias of various data sources
- Translate research findings into executive presentation formats
- Design iterative feedback loops for policy testing
Written by Dr. Elena Vance, Senior Research Fellow. Every submission is assessed automatically against the published criteria for Certified Policy Research Analyst, and the certificate is issued the moment the assessment is complete.
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