This course examines the meaning, history and the role of social policy planning in national development. It will cover the methods and modes of planning, its critiques, and problems which govern the allocation and distribution of goods and services and opportunities among various groups. The course will guide students to recognize a) the basic facts of poverty and hardship in the developing world in general and Ghana in particular; and b) Selected case of planning approaches to poverty reduction, healthcare financing, education, gender and development will be analysed.

Objective:To build the capacity of students to assess the impact of social policies on every life and development.

Mode of Delivery:The course will be delivered through lectures, field work, group exercise and presentations.