MSc/PgDip/PgCert Evaluation and Policy Analysis in Manchester United Kingdom | Manchester Metropolitan University

The utilization of evaluation and quantitative analysis has grown significantly in recent times. Public service commissioners, along with providers from public, voluntary, and private sectors, now face stricter demands to validate their funding proposals and prove the efficacy of past initiatives to secure future support. As an evaluator in this setting, expertise in quantitative techniques is essential, along with the capacity to assess interventions thoroughly through primary research approaches like surveys, interviews, and administrative data. This program offers a solid grounding in diverse research methodologies, with a strong focus on quantitative techniques and specialized evaluation knowledge. Participants will also explore advanced methods, including randomized control trials, and tackle contemporary issues related to complexity.
Professionals in this field must also grasp the decision-making and policy frameworks shaping their work. Accordingly, this course introduces the economics of public policy and includes core modules on topics like housing, criminal justice, poverty and inequality, and health and social care.
Instruction is led by academics from the Policy Evaluation Research Unit (PERU), a globally recognized center specializing in quantitative evaluation and policy research. With 15 years of expertise in UK and European research, PERU maintains connections with institutions in the US and Southeast Asia. The unit frequently conducts evaluations for UK government departments, national NGOs, local authorities, and other regional organizations, alongside applied research projects across Europe. Learn more by watching the provided video.
These global partnerships and hands-on research experiences directly shape the curriculum, incorporating real-world evaluation and policy examples from around the world. As a result, students engage with the latest advancements in evaluation and policy analysis.