The Use of Quantitative Methods in the Policy Cycle

Science for Policy Handbook

Sensitivity analysis
Policy
Authors

Giuseppe Munda

Daniel Albrecht

William

Et al.

Paolo Paruolo

Michaea Saisana

Published

January 1, 2020

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This Chapter presents a set of quantitative modelling approaches, connected to various steps of the policy cycle, that aim at helping policy-makers and all social actors involved, by providing a scientific sound framework for a systematic, coherent and transparent analysis. Practical guidelines for structuring policy problems by using uncertainty and sensitivity analysis, multi-criteria decision analysis, composite indicators and ex-post impact evaluation are provided.

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