Product Description

This first-of-its-kind textbook addresses the new NASPAA curriculum requirements on Information Management. It is designed as a stand-alone text for an Information Management course in a Public Administration program, and can also serve as a professional resource for public managers. "Managing Information in the Public Sector" covers both the basics of information technology and the managerial and political issues surrounding the use of these technologies. Unlike other works on information systems that are written for MBA programs and require a general survey course in MIS, this book is written specifically for the public sector and addresses unique public sector issues and concerns. The technical basics are explained in clear English with as little technical jargon as possible so that readers can move on to informed analysis of the public policy issues surrounding government's use of MIS. This timely learning tool includes end of chapter summaries with bridges to upcoming chapters, numerous boxed exhibits, thorough end-of-chapter notes, and a bibliography for further reading.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #259229 in Books
• Published on: 2007-03-30
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 319 pages

Review
"This new book is an excellent tool for students and public administration professionals to learn the basic concepts on information resource management. Jay White covers the key concepts that managers need to understand if they are making decisions about information technology, from enterprise architecture to agile software development. The book is loaded with practical examples from the public sector." - Bruce Rocheleau, Northern Illinois University "Professor White brings brilliant clarity to the unique facets of MIS in the public sector while providing sufficient background for the non-specialist to understand the subject matter. The conceptualization and writing are clear, the examples sufficiently detailed, and the relevance is astounding. If you teach MIS to students who will be in the public sector, please use this book." - John W. Swain, Governors State University"