Description
Book SynopsisThe seventh edition of the bestselling Public Sector Management is a rich and insightful description, analysis and critique of the management of the public sector by the UK government.
NEW to the seventh edition:
- Now set in an international context with comparative global examples throughout
- Three new chapters covering: strategy and planning in the public sector; transparency, accountability and ethics; and non-profit management, including the role of social enterprise and the voluntary sector
- Examines the impact of the continuing financial crisis on public spending
- An updated companion website with tutorial videos, free access to full-text journal articles, policy documents, links to useful websites and social media resources
Public Sector Management is essential reading for undergraduate and postgraduate students studying public sector management as part of a business, management or politics d
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: The Public Sector in the United Kingdom in a Global Context Chapter 2: Politics and the Public Sector Chapter 3: Public Policy and Strategy Chapter 4: Public Spending and Financial Management Chapter 5: Managing Performance Chapter 6: E-Government Chapter 7: Accountability, Transparency and Ethics Chapter 8: Outsourcing Chapter 9: Public-Private Partnerships Chapter 10: Regulation of Infrastructure and Utilities Chapter 11: Social Enterprises, Non-Profits and the Third Sector
