RAM launches Public Policy Design, Implementation Programme

The Royal Academy of Management (RAM) in Oman has initiated a Public Policy Design and Implementation Programme, a new collaboration with King's College London. This program is designed to bolster the capabilities of public sector leaders, enabling them to effectively manage intricate policy landscapes and foster greater institutional excellence. It directly supports the objectives outlined in Oman Vision 2040.

Dr. Fathiya Abdullah Al Rashdi, RAM’s Vice President for Programme Affairs, emphasized the program's role in preparing leaders for a rapidly changing operational environment. Participants will acquire essential strategic insights, analytical skills, and practical tools to craft evidence-based policies and transform national priorities into actionable initiatives that yield lasting societal impact. RAM is committed to delivering high-impact programs that align with national goals and cultivate a more adaptable, innovative, and future-ready public sector.

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The Public Policy Design and Implementation Programme reflects our commitment to preparing public sector leaders to respond effectively to an increasingly dynamic and complex operating environment. Participants will gain the strategic insights, analytical capabilities, and practical tools required to design and implement evidence-based policies and translate national strategies into actions that deliver a real-world impact.

The curriculum integrates academic rigor with hands-on application, offering a comprehensive view of the public policy lifecycle. This includes policy diagnosis, design, implementation, evaluation, and impact assessment. Dr. Ahmed Al Lawati, Programme Supervisor, highlighted the program's focus on bridging theory and practice. Participants will tackle contemporary policy challenges, enhance their decision-making based on data and evidence, and develop solutions with tangible societal value through case studies, workshops, and applied projects.

This four-month program convenes 30 participants from various Omani public sector entities, including directors and section heads with at least a decade of professional experience and supervisory roles. They will gain skills to translate strategic priorities into effective policies, assess implementation factors, measure outcomes, and improve stakeholder engagement. The program also aims to enhance policy communication, thereby strengthening governance, public services, and national development.

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The programme has been designed to bridge theory and practice, enabling participants to explore contemporary policy challenges while strengthening their ability to make informed decisions based on data, evidence, and future-oriented thinking. Through case studies, practical workshops, field visits, and applied projects, participants will engage directly with real-world policy issues and develop solutions that can create meaningful value to society at large.