Product Description

An introductory text that seeks to take a unified approach to public administration. It focuses on the historical evolution, its essential theory and future trends. Differing political systems, including the USA, and conceptual foundations are covered. Mini-case studies, exerpts from a wide range of figures and documents, and samples of governments rules and policies are all integrated into the text.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #2237612 in Books
• Published on: 1996-12
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Hardcover
• 648 pages

Customer Reviews

Great Introductory Text
If you are interested in the broad spectrum of public administration, this is a great book to start with. It covers what public administration is, politics and public policy, government management and reinvention, intergovernmental relations, ethics, org theory and OB, leadership, finance and HR, and program evaluation, among others. It also has case studies and review questions for each chapter and other helful resources. Yet, probably the best thing is that it is written in a very readable way. This text would be good for Bachelors or Masters students, especially with its key concepts, bibliography, recommended books and related websites. I enjoyed it in a Masters class,and can recommend it.

Excellent undergrad text
I've taught an undergrad course in Public Administration four times, and have used the Shafritz book every time. It is an excellent introduction for undergrads because it so well written and easy to read. The stories are useful, the illustrations helpful. It covers a broad range of topics, both theoretical and practical.

I highly recommend the book to anyone teaching a course in public administration, though it's not just for casual reading.

Intro Public Admin
Good introductory info. Love the dated summary of events at the very beginning of the book.