PPOL 699 Capstone Intensive
In this single-semester capstone project, the student, working with a faculty advisor, will work on a policy question or on a real world policy problem for a client organization. Capstone Intensive requires the formulation of a policy question, research, quantitative and statistical data, analysis, and substantive public policy knowledge, and a written thesis or proposal. At the end of the semester, students present the written thesis or proposal and make a formal presentation to faculty and policymakers. The presentation of the thesis or proposal includes an emphasis on quantitative, statistical and economic data and analysis, as well as the formal presentation of research, analysis, conclusions, and public policy recommendations.