Planning Economics and Quantitative Analysis for Urban Policy

Urban planning and economic policy rely heavily on data-driven insights to address community disparities and resource allocation. Understanding how to analyze public datasets, such as standardized test scores, is essential for designing effective urban interventions. This text-only course guides you through the foundational concepts of planning economics, teaching you how to interpret quantitative data to evaluate public services and policy outcomes. What you'll learn: Understand the fundamental principles of planning economics and public resource allocation; Analyze standardized test scores and educational datasets to identify regional disparities; Apply basic statistical methods to evaluate the impact of urban policies on local communities; Interpret quantitative policy briefs and economic reports with confidence; Explore modern data frameworks used by urban planners to assess public infrastructure. You will start with core terminology and economic planning concepts before progressing to practical quantitative problem-solving. Through written explanations and structured exercises, you will learn to turn raw public data into actionable policy insights. This course is designed for beginners in urban planning, public policy, or economics, with no prior statistical background required. Start building your quantitative policy analysis skills today.