Combining emerging trends, challenges and ethical considerations with current research, Milakovich/Gordon's PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION IN AMERICA, 12th edition, gives you a behind-the-scenes look at day-to-day operations of government administrative agencies as it examines policies and procedures across various levels of U.S. government. The most current concerns in public administration are analyzed from the second Obama administration, the Trump presidency and the beginning of President Biden's term. Up-to-date discussions explore the many challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, homeland security concerns, ongoing health care debates and more. 'Point/Counterpoint' features enable you to debate and discuss key issues. As it builds your knowledge of core concepts, the text also highlights the path to a fulfilling career in politics and public administration -- and how you can make a difference.
Combining emerging trends, challenges and ethical considerations with current research, Milakovich/Gordon's PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION IN AMERICA, 12th edition, gives you a behind-the-scenes look at day-to-day operations of government administrative agencies as it examines policies and procedures across various levels of U.S. government. The most current concerns in public administration are analyzed from the second Obama administration, the Trump presidency and the beginning of President Biden's term. Up-to-date discussions explore the many challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, homeland security concerns, ongoing health care debates and more. 'Point/Counterpoint' features enable you to debate and discuss key issues. As it builds your knowledge of core concepts, the text also highlights the path to a fulfilling career in politics and public administration -- and how you can make a difference.
Preface.
Part I: THE NATURE, CONTEXT, AND STRUCTURE OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
IN AMERICA.
1. Approaching the Study of Public Administration.
2. Public Administration, Democracy, and Bureaucratic Power.
3. Federalism and Intergovernmental Relations.
Part II: MANAGING AND LEADING PUBLIC ORGANIZATIONS.
4. Organizational Theory.
5. Decision Making in Administration.
6. Chief Executives and Challenges of Administrative
Leadership.
Part III: THE CORE FUNCTIONS OF PUBLIC MANAGEMENT.
7. Human Resources Administration and Development.
8. Government Budgeting.
9. Public Policy and Implementation.
10. Government Regulation and Administrative Law.
Part IV: CHALLENGES AND PROSPECTS IN A TURBULENT FUTURE: RESULTS
AND RESPONSIVENESS IN A CHANGING WORLD.
11. Improving Performance Management in Government and the Public
Sector.
12. Conclusion: Public Administration in a Time of Conflict and
Change.
Appendix: Professional Associations for Information and Job
Opportunities and Public Administration Journals for Research.
Glossary.
Index.
Michael E. Milakovich is a professor emeritus of political science at the University of Miami in Coral Gables, Florida. A life member of the American Society for Public Administration, he serves as an expert witness, advises public and nonprofit organizations on policy analysis and quality improvement, and consults with various agencies domestically and abroad. Dr. Milakovich is a widely published author of journal articles and books on a variety of subjects in digital governance, digital learning, political science and public administration. George J. Gordon is a professor emeritus of political science at Illinois State University in Normal, Illinois. He is a member of the American Society for Public Administration and author of numerous conference papers and journal articles on federalism and intergovernmental relations. Active in political and civic affairs, Dr. Gordon was a section head for the annual Conference of the Midwest Political Science Association, a longtime member of the McLean County (Illinois) Board and a presidential elector in 1992.
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