Introducing Public Administration

This textbook covers important public administration topics through examples from different fields and modern culture, encouraging critical thinking about the nature and public value of public administration. It includes new case studies and a revised chapter on social equity and justice, with updated Keynotes and a companion website for instructors.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 546 pages
Publication date: 19 July 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This renowned textbook delves into the realm of public administration, renowned for its engaging and humorous writing style. By utilizing examples from diverse disciplines and contemporary culture, it explores the most crucial aspects of this field. It captivates students and fosters their critical thinking, enabling them to understand the nature, purpose, and public significance of public administration in the modern world.

The textbook includes an all-new set of case studies at the end of each chapter, addressing various challenges such as social justice, climate change action, government crises leadership, and economic responses to the global pandemic. Furthermore, a substantially revised chapter on social equity and justice has been introduced to cover contemporary challenges in the United States, encompassing reform of policing and public administration's response to significant social policy equity issues like homelessness.

To enhance student learning, new Keynotes have been added at the beginning of each chapter, showcasing examples of public service in action, including topics such as diversity and inclusion, marijuana legalization, and the economic effects of the global pandemic. Additionally, the textbook is accompanied by a fully updated companion website featuring instructor slides for each chapter, an instructor's manual, a sample syllabus, student learning objectives, and self-test questions.

This comprehensive resource is an invaluable tool for educators and students alike, providing a thorough and up-to-date exploration of public administration and its role in shaping our society.

Weight: 1144g
Dimension: 176 x 252 x 35 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032042893
Edition number: 10 ed