An Introduction to Public Administration

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This analysis of public administration addresses critical issues and concepts in the field, particularly in light of globalization. It covers all aspects of modern public administration with a focus on comparative systems, including those of China, Japan, the UK, Germany, and India. Initial chapters introduce the field, highlighting the interplay between socio-economic, political, and technological factors, and the significance of comparative public administration in a global context. Key topics include federalism, organizational behavior (encompassing classical, human relations, and modern theories), and the role of public managers. Subsequent chapters delve into leadership theories, human resources management in the public sector, employee-management relations, budgeting, decision-making, bureaucracy, and ethics. The concluding chapters discuss nonprofit organizations and e-governance. Each chapter features case studies that provide applied examples of the concepts, fostering critical thinking skills. This resource is essential for students and serves as an ideal textbook for political science courses and programs.