Cost Analysis in Program Evaluation Parts 1 and 2 discuss why and how to perform cost analysis in child welfare. Dr. Phaedra Corso, a national expert in economic evaluation, and Mike Shaver, a private agency executive, provide a fun and practical introduction to cost analysis, explaining how it can be a helpful tool when integrated with program evaluation. They introduce concepts and steps that can be applied by agency directors and managers, program directors, and evaluators.
Cost Analysis in Program Evaluation Video:
Cost Analysis in Program Evaluation: Part 1
Join Phaedra and Mike as they explain cost analysis and consider why it’s important.
YouTube embedded video: https://www.youtube.com/embed/-BP0BcfTjyw
Transcript (PDF)(PDF 145 KB); Descriptive Audio Version
Cost Analysis in Program Evaluation: Part 2
Phaedra and Mike review steps in the “ingredients approach” to cost analysis and illustrate calculating the total costs of program.
YouTube embedded video: https://www.youtube.com/embed/KKDzm4Wb3DI
Transcript (PDF)(PDF 197 KB); Descriptive Audio Version
Additional Information
The videos are companion pieces to the recently released publication Cost Analysis in Program Evaluation: A Guide for Child Welfare Researchers and Service Providers. The guide demonstrates how cost analysis can promote a better understanding of key program components, implementation, and unit costs.