Policy Memo Writing for Decision Makers
DPI 820M A
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Description
This is a course on writing persuasive policy memos, a skill relevant in the public sector and beyond. Students will learn to analyze policy problems, to make persuasive arguments, and to advise decision makers. Through practice opportunities and instructor and classmate feedback, students will learn to write with confidence and to build their professional writing tool kit. This course is open to writers of all levels: New policy writers will learn the norms of policy memos and how to write clearly and concisely. Experienced policy writers will find that the course enhances your ability to persuade and impact decision-making. All students will complete the module with excellent writing samples.
Course Notes
Every Communications Program course assumes a fluency with the English language. Attendance at first class required. Using AI to write assignments is not permitted in Communications Program writing courses; please refer to the syllabus for specific AI policies.
Available for Harvard Cross Registration
