cost-benefit analysis
Why Policymakers Are Focusing More on Evaluation Than Ever
As public budgets tighten and demands on government programs grow, policymakers are putting a stronger emphasis on evaluation—not just creating policies, but measuring their ...
What Is Cost-Benefit Analysis in Government Programs
When governments plan new programs or consider changing existing ones, they need to weigh the expected costs against the anticipated benefits. That’s where cost-benefit ...
Economic Evaluation in Social Research – OPRE’s Approach
Economic evaluation plays a vital role in understanding the cost and value of social programs. At the forefront of this work is the Office ...
How Social Program Evaluations Help Low-Income Families
Evaluating social programs is a powerful tool in ensuring that assistance reaches those who need it most—particularly low-income families. These evaluations use data and ...
