Public Administration

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Public Administration is written by Marc Holzer and published by M.E. Sharpe. It's available with International Standard Book Number or ISBN identification 0765629283 (ISBN 10) and 9780765629289 (ISBN 13).

Marc Holzer and Richard Schwester have written a fresh and highly engaging textbook for the introductory course in Public Administration. Their coverage is both comprehensive and cutting edge, not just including all the basic topics (OT, budgeting, HRM), but also reflecting new realities in public administration: Innovations in e-government The importance of new technology Changes in intergovernmental relations, especially the emphasis on inter-local and shared regional resources Public performance and accountability initiatives Public Administration has been crafted with student appeal in mind. Each of the book's 14 chapters is generously and colorfully illustrated with cartoons, quotes, and artwork--all reinforcing the book's theme that the field of PA is rooted in the cultural and political world. Each chapter is also supported with a listing of key terms, exercises, and additional resources.