AM/OCT 2010/ADS654

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UNIVERSITI TEKNOLOGI MARA

FINAL EXAMINATION

COURSE

POLICY ANALYSIS

COURSE CODE

ADS654

EXAMINATION

OCTOBER 2010

TIME

3 HOURS

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
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This question paper consists of six (6) questions.

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Answer any four (4) questions in the Answer Booklet. Start each answer on a new page.

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QUESTION 1
Explain any FIVE (5) differences between goals and objectives in policy analysis.
(25 marks)

QUESTION 2
Discuss any FIVE (5) basic requirements needed by policy analysts before recommending
certain policy for action.
(25 marks)

QUESTION 3
Forecasting is an integral part of policy analysis. Discuss any FOUR (4) roles of forecasting
in public policy analysis.
(25 marks)

QUESTION 4
a) In view of the Incremental Model, explain any TWO (2) relevant policy issues in Malaysia
that can be explained using this model.
(20 marks)
b) Explain any TWO (2) reasons why policy makers often favour the Incremental Model.
(5 marks)
QUESTION 5
Participatory approach is an essential part of successful policy implementation. Discuss any
FIVE (5) fundamental assumptions underlying the bottom-up approach to implementation of
public policy.
(25 marks)

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QUESTION 6
a) One of the key models of public policy analysis is the Elite Model; explain the structure of
power and policy flow in this model.
(10 marks)
b) Explain any FIVE (5) implications of Elite Model in policy decision making.
(15 marks)

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