{"product_id":"managing-security-concepts-and-challenges","title":"Managing Security: Concepts and Challenges","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eThis textbook is designed to help practitioners address the complex and challenging issues of security sector reform (SSR). It explores how security can be achieved, providing readers with guiding principles of governance and management through examples of countries engaged in reform. It is written by practitioners for practitioners and provides a framework to assess and respond to first-, second-, and third-generation issues in SSR. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e                                                            \u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 252 pages\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 29 November 2021\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Taylor \u0026amp; Francis Ltd\u003cbr\u003e                          \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis comprehensive textbook is meticulously crafted to serve as a valuable resource for individuals engaged in the intricate and demanding realm of security sector reform (SSR). At the heart of this volume lie fundamental inquiries such as \"What constitutes security?\" and \"How can governments achieve it in the most efficient and effective manner?\" The text delves into the various pathways toward security, offering readers a comprehensive framework of governance and management principles. These principles are illustrated through real-world examples from countries that have undergone security institution reform, enabling readers to identify both continuities and discontinuities in the process of change within the security sector. Written by seasoned practitioners for practitioners, this book offers a practical guide that empowers readers to assess and respond to first-, second-, and third-generation challenges within SSR. Each chapter begins with an introduction to the topic, followed by empirical case studies and thought-provoking exercises designed to encourage readers to reflect upon their own experiences in governing and managing security.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis textbook is a must-read for students pursuing studies in security studies, defense management, and defense policy, as well as for professionals working in the field of security management. Its comprehensive coverage, insightful analysis, and practical applications make it an invaluable tool for anyone seeking to advance their understanding and expertise in this critical domain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e                            \u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 492g                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 174 x 246 x 21 (mm)                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9780367683504                                                      \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shulph Ink","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44104686043386,"sku":"9780367683504","price":38.07,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/5f687ad032ee8a33e983aeb30708f6f2.jpg?v=1640059965","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/managing-security-concepts-and-challenges","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}