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Using cost-effectiveness analysis in policy formulation in human service organizations.
M J Holosko1, J Dobrowolsky, M D Feit
1School of Social Work, University of Windsor, Ontario.
Journal of Health & Social Policy
|December 10, 1988
Summary
Decision-makers in human service organizations can improve policy formulation using cost-effectiveness analysis (CEA). This method provides quantitative data for rational, cost-effective program development and decision-making.
Area of Science:
- Health Policy
- Public Administration
- Program Evaluation
Background:
- Human service organizations often lack robust methods for policy formulation.
- Decision-making in human services can benefit from quantitative data analysis.
- Cost-effectiveness analysis (CEA) is underutilized in the human services sector.
Purpose of the Study:
- To introduce a simple cost-effectiveness analysis (CEA) method for policy formulation in human service organizations.
- To advocate for the increased use of quantitative data in human service decision-making.
- To guide decision-makers on applying CEA to develop rational and effective programs.
Main Methods:
- The article details a step-by-step approach to the cost-effectiveness analysis (CEA) model.
- It outlines the analytic processes involved in CEA.
- Methods for measuring the costs and effects of human service programs are discussed.
Main Results:
- Cost-effectiveness analysis (CEA) offers a structured approach to policy formulation.
- CEA enables the measurement of program costs against their intended effects.
- The application of CEA can lead to more rational and evidence-based human service programs.
Conclusions:
- Decision-makers in human services should adopt CEA for improved policy development.
- Accurate and reliable cost-effectiveness data is crucial for effective human service programs.
- Implementing CEA can enhance the rationality and efficiency of human service organizations.