Asquer Alberto - Public Sector Management - Paperback

Binding: Paperback
Description: In an era marked by unprecedented challenges from the climate crisis to the rise of populism the ways to manage public sector organisations have dramatically changed. In the eighth edition of this bestselling textbook Flynn and Asquer offer the definitive introduction to public administration. Now substantially revised and updated throughout this text reflects the latest approaches tools and techniques that help governments respond to the multifaceted problems facing societies today and pre - empt those of tomorrow. Recognising the importance of context Public Sector Managementunderscores that one - size - fits - all management practices are inadequate. Learn how public sector management adapts to changing political climates and societal pressures and be guided through the intricacies of making evidence - based policies while acknowledging the political dynamics that shape them. Updates to the eighth edition include: A Global Perspective: Explore variations in public sector management shaped by cultural historical and institutional contexts and gain a deep understanding of how governments address challenges in unique ways. Balancing Theory and Practice: the new edition offers amore detailed and holistic perspective on public sector management by bringing in the latest theoretical insights and real - world public sector management practices. Adapting to Change and tacking today's issues: Confront the challenges faced in the age of technology from artificial intelligence to Big Data; the climate crisis and clean energy transitions; and resulting from the latest geopolitical shifts including workforce migration to the erosion of trust in democracies. A Call for Contextual Understanding: Learn how factors such as heterogeneity population income inequality and technological access influence public sector management practices. Public Sector Management is essential reading for upper undergraduate and postgraduate students studying public sector management or public administration and is perfect for those studying on a Master of Public Administration programme. Norman Flynn was Director of the Centre for Financial and Management Studies SOAS University of London and Programme Director of the M Sc in Public Policy and Management. Alberto Asquer is Head of the School of Finance and Management Programme Director M Sc Public Policy and Management and Senior Lecturer of Public Policy and Management at SOAS University of London
Title: Public Sector Management
Author(s): Asquer Alberto
Publisher: Sage Publications Ltd
Barcode: 9781529774566
Pages: 296 Pages
Publication Date: 4/5/2024
Category: Non-Profitmaking Organizations