CONFIDENTIAL AM/APR 2008/ADM654

UNIVERSITI TEKNOLOGI MARA

FINAL EXAMINATION
COURSE
COURSE CODE
EXAMINATION
TIME
: POLICY ANALYSIS
: ADM654
: APRIL 2008
: 3 HOURS
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
1. This question paper consists of seven (7) questions.
2. Answer any four (4) questions.
3. Answers are to be written in the Answer Booklet. Start each answer on a new page.
4. Do not bring any material into the examination room unless permission is given by the
invigilator.
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i) the Question Paper
ii) an Answer Booklet - provided by the Faculty
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QUESTION 1
With suitable examples, clearly illustrate any FIVE (5) differences between goals and
objectives in policy analysis.
(25 marks)
QUESTION 2
Elaborate on the basic requirements or preparation needed to enable a person to become a
better policy analyst.
(25 marks)
QUESTION 3
Forecasting is an integral part of policy analysis. Assess the role of forecasting in policy
analysis.
(25 marks)
QUESTION 4
With reference to one or more public policies in Malaysia, analyse the usefulness of the
incremental model in policy formulation.
(25 marks)
QUESTION 5
The participatory approach is an essential part of successful policy implementation. Discuss
the FIVE (5) fundamental assumptions underlying the bottom-up approach to implementation
of public policy.
(25 marks)
QUESTION 6
a) Define "policy termination".
(5 marks)
b) Citing relevant examples, critically discuss why policy termination may be due to
political and ideological considerations.
(20 marks)
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QUESTION 7
Write short notes on the following concepts in public policy analysis.
a) Promotional public policies.
b) Collective goods.
c) Cyclical issues.
d) Linear form of policy change.
e) Policy evaluation.
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(5 marks)
(5 marks)
(5 marks)
(5 marks)
(5 marks)
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