CITY UNIVERSITY OF PASAY

Public Policy and Program Administration

Final Examination
May 25, 2023

A. True or False (5 pts.@)

1. Public policy is the action of the government to achieve its objectives.

2. Public administration is responsible for implementing policies, which
includes translating policy decisions into action.
3. The policy cycle refers to the stages of the policy-making process, which include
agenda setting, policy formulation, adoption, implementation, and evaluation.
4. Policy analysis is the process of determining the effectiveness of policies, while
policy evaluation is the process of examining the various options available for
addressing a particular issue.
5. Civil society plays an important role in the policy-making process by advocating
for the interest of specific groups and providing feedback on policy decisions.
6. The media plays an important role in shaping public opinion and influencing
policy decisions by providing information and framing issues in a certain way.
7. Public opinion can influence policy decision by putting pressure on policy
makers.
8. Policy goal refers to the adoption of policies from one jurisdiction to another.
9. Policy entrepreneurs are individuals or groups who promote new policy ideas
and try to influence the policy-making process by building coalitions and
mobilizing support.
10. The interest groups represent specific segments of society and play an
important role in advocating for their interests and influencing policy decision.

I. Essay ( 10 Pts. @ )

1. What is the importance of public policy and program administration?

2. Why do we need to study Public Policy and Program Administration?
Explain.
3. Do you think public opinion can influence policy decisions by putting pressure
on policymakers to respond to the preferences of the public? Explain.
4. In what manner the International organizations such as the United Nations
and the World Bank can influence policy-making in a country? Explain.
5. What is program administration in the government? Explain.