Conceptualising Risk Assessment and Management across the Public Sector: From Theory to Practice

Risk assessment and management are crucial in the public sector, but there is a lack of clarity about what this means. This leads to variations in practice and miscommunications of risk across professions, creating barriers to interprofessional practice and value co-creation. Conceptualising Risk Assessment and Management across the Public Sector aims to provide a clearer understanding of risk, aid in unifying practices across the sector, and offer guidance on interprofessional risk practice and communication to overcome these barriers.

Format: Hardback
Length: 136 pages
Publication date: 26 January 2022
Publisher: Emerald Publishing Limited

Risk assessment and risk management play pivotal roles in enhancing processes and outcomes within the public sector. Nevertheless, there exists a lack of clarity regarding their precise meanings, leading to significant variations in practices and misunderstandings of risk across different professions. This lack of understanding creates further barriers to interprofessional collaboration and the co-creation of value within the public sector. Despite these challenges, there is a prevailing expectation that risk assessment and risk management be conducted to the highest standards across the sector. However, this expectation can become problematic due to the diverse nature of the public sector and the specific risks it faces.

To address these issues, Conceptualising Risk Assessment and Management across the Public Sector delves into the concepts and applications of risk within the public sector, aiming to provide risk professionals with a clearer understanding of what risk assessment and management entail. The book explores the theoretical foundations of risk, risk assessment, and risk management and identifies where shared values and differences exist across professions. It offers guidance on interprofessional risk practice and risk communication to overcome these barriers, drawing from a combination of theoretically underpinned approaches and practical examples from the field.

The book is structured into four chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of risk assessment and management in the public sector. Chapter 1 provides an introduction to the concept of risk and its relevance in the public sector. Chapter 2 explores the theoretical foundations of risk assessment and management, including risk perception, risk evaluation, and risk management strategies. Chapter 3 examines the practical applications of risk assessment and management in various public sector contexts, such as healthcare, finance, and infrastructure. Chapter 4 discusses the challenges and opportunities associated with integrating risk assessment and management across the public sector, including the need for interdisciplinary collaboration and the role of risk communication in overcoming barriers.

Throughout the book, real-world examples and case studies are used to illustrate the concepts and applications of risk assessment and management. These examples showcase the diverse range of risks faced by the public sector and the strategies employed to manage them effectively. The book also includes a comprehensive bibliography and an index, making it a valuable resource for risk professionals, policymakers, and students interested in understanding risk in the public sector.

In conclusion, Conceptualising Risk Assessment and Management across the Public Sector is a valuable contribution to the field of risk management. By providing a comprehensive and theory-informed exploration of risk concepts and applications, the book aims to enhance the understanding of risk assessment and management practices within the public sector. By promoting interprofessional collaboration and the co-creation of value, the book contributes to the development of a more resilient and responsive public sector that can effectively address the challenges it faces.

Weight: 326g
Dimension: 161 x 238 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781800436930