Online Public Policy and Drafting Course [+ Drafting]

Learn how to draft policy briefs and papers that influence real decisions. 8+ hours of structured learning with 6+ study materials, practical policy drafting training and certificate of completion.

Fee: Rs 1099 Rs 989 (Code "SAVE10")

Eligibility

✅ Law students (UG/PG)

✅ Recent law graduates

✅ Lawyers and advocates

✅ Public policy aspirants

✅ Any one interested in upskilling

Whom It Is NOT For

✅ Individuals not seeking career growth

✅ Those avoiding skill development

✅ Not interested in the booming industry

✅ Expecting shortcuts without effort

✅ Passive learning mindset

Module 1: Introduction to Public Policy & Policy Communication

Module 2: Policy Contexts & Recommendations

• Understanding political, legal and social contexts
• Identifying and drafting evidence-based recommendations
• Linking recommendations to policy outcomes
• Common errors in weak policy recommendations

Module 3: Policy Advocacy & Drafting Policy Briefs

• What is policy advocacy and when it is used
• Issue briefs vs policy briefs 
• Structure of a policy brief – practical training
• Steps in drafting a clear and persuasive brief 

Module 4: Policy Papers

• What is a policy paper
• Purpose and scope of policy papers
• Target audience: government, institutions and organisations
• Requirements, characteristics and elements
• Policy paper vs academic/legal writing 

Module 5: Structure and Components of a Policy Paper – Practical Training

• Executive summary drafting
• Context and scope setting
• Developing policy alternatives
• Drafting recommendations
• Use of appendices, data and references

Module 6: Process of Writing a Policy Paper – Practical Training

• Selecting and defining a policy topic
• Creating an outline and logical flow
• Writing effective introductions and conclusions
• Formatting, clarity and readability
• Revision, editing and final drafting

Module 7: Lessons Learned from Policy Experts and Career Guidance

• Real-world policy drafting experiences
• How governments and institutions use policy documents
• Common drafting mistakes in policy practice
• Career guidance for building a policy career

Adv. Akanksha Mathur

Adv. Akanksha Mathur is a senior policy researcher and lawyer with over four years of experience in policy research and institutional analysis. She previously served as a Senior Research Associate at CUTS International. Akanksha holds a B.A. LL.B. from National Law University, Punjab, and an LL.M. in Intellectual Property Rights. She has published extensively on judicial reforms and economic policy, and brings strong practical expertise in policy writing, research methodologies, and institutional evaluation to the course.