Handbook of Public Administration, 3rd Edition / Christensen, Robert.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Christensen, Robert, author.

Perry, James, author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Public administration.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (840 pages)

Edition:

3rd edition

Place of Publication:

Wiley 2015

System Details:

text file

Summary:

The fundamentals of public administration, from the world's leading practitioners Handbook of Public Administration is the classic, comprehensive guide to the field, featuring original writings from the world's foremost public administration thought leaders and practitioners. Intended to help both public administration students and practitioners navigate administrative challenges, overcome obstacles, and improve effectiveness, this guide provides a complete overview of the entire field. The information is organized into seven parts representing key domains of knowledge and practice that are essential for effective public administration. These reflect changes in the state of modern public administration, the factors that influence policies and programs, the mechanics of how government works, and the tools that help administrators get things done. Readers will find insightful discussions on the challenges of contemporary governance and the ethics of public administration, as well as practical guidance on the everyday operations that bring effective policies and programs to life. Students and experienced practitioners alike will appreciate the well-rounded approach to issues public administrators face every day. The book is complete enough to act as a text, but organized logically for quick reference for specific problems or situations. Readers will: Understand the challenges posed by the changing context of public administration Explore how relationships and decisions influence public policies and programs Learn the critical skills and tools public administrators must master to be effective Explore the ethics and liabilities of public administration, and what it means to take part The role of public administration is evolving, and the changing nature of the field will impact the way policies and programs are designed and implemented. This book fully explores current and upcoming changes domestically and internationally against the backdrop of public administration fundamentals. For the student or professional seeking a deeper understanding of the public administrator's role, Handbook of Public Administration is a clear, comprehensive resource.

Contents:

The Editors The Contributors Part 1: Governing for Collective Action Chapter 1: Governing in an Age of Transformation Chapter 2: The Changing Character of the American Intergovernmental System Chapter 3: Governance in an Era of Partnerships Chapter 4: Governing in a Global Context Part 2: Building Infrastructures for Accountability Chapter 5: Understanding How Public Law Reinforces Administrative Responsibility Chapter 6: Advancing Good Government through Fighting Corruption Chapter 7: Using Transparency to Reinforce Responsibility and Responsiveness Chapter 8: Using Public Participation to Enhance Citizen Voice and Promote Accountability Part 3: Implementing Policy Using Tools of Collective Action Chapter 9: Developing Effective Relations with Legislatures Chapter 10: Designing Effective Programs Chapter 11: Using Grants to Achieve Public Purposes Chapter 12: Contracting in Pursuit of Public Purposes Chapter 13: Coproducing Public Services with Service Users, Communities, and the Third Sector Chapter 14: Advancing Public Good through Entrepreneurship Part 4: Managing for Public Performance Chapter 15: Leading Public Organizations Strategically Chapter 16: Managing Effective Collaborations Chapter 17: Tracking the Quality of Services Chapter 18: Evaluating the Performance of Public Programs Chapter 19: Motivating Employees Using Public Service Chapter 20: Realizing the Promise of Diversity Chapter 21: Understanding and Overcoming Resistance to Organizational Change Part 5: Developing Effective Administrative Systems Chapter 22: Performance Budgeting: Lessons from Worldwide Diverse Practices Chapter 23: Designing and Administering Revenue Systems Chapter 24: Managing E-Government Chapter 25: Designing Social Media Strategies and Policies Chapter 26: Compensating Public Sector Employees Part 6: Sharpening the Public Administrator's Skill Set Chapter 27: Enacting Collective Leadership in a Shared-Power World Chapter 28: Negotiating for the Public Good Chapter 29: Becoming and Being an Effective Collaborator Chapter 30: Communicating Effectively Chapter 31: Developing Intrapersonal Skills Part 7: Professionalizing Public Administration Practice Chapter 32: Embracing Ethical Principles for Public Action Chapter 33: Understanding the Obligations of Codes of Ethics Chapter 34: Understanding Your Liability as a Public Administrator Chapter 35: Effective Governance, Effective Administrators Reference Reference End User License Agreement

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Online resource; Title from title page (viewed March 2, 2015)

OCLC:

908649784