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With this newly expanded sixth edition of CLASSICS OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION, Jay M. Shafritz and Albert C. Hyde aim to introduce you to the principles of public administration via the most significant scholarly writings on the topic. Straightforward and informative, this text starts you with Woodrow Wilson and takes you all the way to today's political scientists. This edition includes five new readings and helps you learn the key fields of public administration: bureaucracy, organization theory, human resources management, the budgetary process, public policy, implementation, evaluation, intergovernmental relations, and public service ethics. ... Read more

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All The Gang Is Here!!! So, Should You!!!!!
This book provides exposure to all the great classics of the field of Public Administration. All the keystone texts in the development of PA are provided with a brief essay describing the importance of each work to this discipline. You will not get a hands-on guide to administration, but you will get a good understanding of how PA has evolved within the United States and why topics being discussed came to the attention of individuals who study administration. Thus, you will see that some topics come up because of what is happening in the environment surrounding administrators. This will lead one to the conclusion that what scholars study may not be as important to those practicing administration.

Classics of Public Administration- A must read.
Classics of Public Administration (Paperback) by Jay M. Shafritz (Author), Albert C. Hyde (Author) is a definite, must read for anyone working or studying in the field of Public Admin.

A graduate level text that provides in one book, a comprehensive series of short articles by the founders of business culture and public administration dating back to the industrial revolution.A handy tool for managers, and business owners. as well as a necessary text for future administrators.

Good Prompt Service
I got my book promtly and in good condition, I am very happy with the service!

Good service (Product not for sale in USA)
Book arrived on time in the condition as described.
The book tilte states not for sale in USA. This should have been included in book description.

good job
Order arrived promptly, the book was in great condition like the seller said.Would purchase again from this seller ... Read more

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As the first book ever published for public administration statistics courses, APPLIED STATISTICS FOR PUBLIC AND NONPROFIT ADMINISTRATION makes a complicated subject easy to understand for students and professionals who have little background in statistics or research methods. Steeped in experience and practice, this landmark text remains the first and best in research methods and statistics for students and practitioners in public--and nonprofit--administration. All statistical techniques used by public administration professionals are covered, and all examples in the text relate to public administration and the nonprofit sector. The text doesn't use jargon; instead, it uses a step-by-step approach that helps you master the concepts. ... Read more

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Rip off!
At one hundred fifty dollars this book is a total rip.It's softcover for chrissakes, and boring!You can get the international edition for less (I paid forty one dollars).

Good examples pertaining to public administration.
This text provides good examples of statistical problems pertaining to public administration. However, the text does not do a good job in explaining how to use certain statistical tools to solve problems(e.g.chi-square). In addition, some of the statistical tables are confusing forstudents. ... Read more

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Public Administration: Concepts and Cases offers a unique and highly regarded framework in which conceptual readings are paired with contemporary case studies that reflect real-world examples of administrative work, as well as new thinking and developments in the field. Case studies and examples cover topics such as the Columbia space shuttle disaster, the shootings at Columbine High School, the AIDS epidemic, and the war in Iraq--making it easy to engage students in the readings. ... Read more

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Essays & Case Studies Galore
This text presents a wide variety of theoretical essays regarding public administration sprinkled with a case studies that provide for meaningful discussions when well-analyzed.It's definitely a good basis for those in public administration and those striving to understand the field.

Good read!
I would highly recommend this book. It has realistic examples - the Columbia Shuttle disaster being the most interesting one. Great insight overall.

PA Studies
The book is well organized and the material is very relevant for those in or going into the public sector. ... Read more

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An inviting text, in an easy-to-read format, Police Administration in Criminal Justice Organizations, explores the Management, Organization, and Structure of Criminal Justice organizations. Weichmann¿s 29 years of Police Department experience, of which 13 were as a Sergeant, enliven the text and are a source of real-world examples and cases. This material has been tested for the past 13 years in Criminal Justice classes with hundreds of students. Topics covered include classic organizational theories, management functions, skills and roles, group dynamics, leadership principles, and decision-making within criminal justice organizations. Ethics, civil liability, training and development, program implementation and the budget process are also addressed in this comprehensive text. Public Administration in Criminal Justice Organizations is supplemented by Lesson Plans and Power Point presentations for Professors. ... Read more

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PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION: CONCEPTS AND CASES offers a unique and highly regarded framework in which conceptual readings are paired with contemporary case studies that reflect real-world examples of administrative work, as well as new thinking and developments in the field. Case studies and examples cover topics such as the Columbia space shuttle disaster, the shootings at Columbine High School, and the war in Iraq?making it easy to engage students in the readings. ... Read more

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Too dry...
The book met it's intended purpose but the content is pretty dry. There are no pics and there are no recent case studies or reviews.

Good enough
This text was good enough. It was a little hard to follow from a students perspective. If you get a professor who knows how to teach from it then it is a text that can be moved through quickly. I did it in 5 weeks.

The "Policy" of Public Administration
Stillman's text is a "professional" level read with much detail. Some essays are a bit wordy, but the insights are very helpful and the cases studies offer very useful situations and circumstances for citizens as well as public officials to consider. The cases study of Columbine High school was not as well written as other case studies and seemed to be biased.The central chapter that is the glue for the whole is the one on communication. I would like to see it expanded and emphasized. I took this course in a summer term, but a regular semester term would allow more thorough investigation of local examples.

9th Edition:Still deadly AND sloppy
I am still plowing through this textbook -- and often it isn't fun going.Most of this is hardly author Stillman's fault:It's the deadly disease of "scholar-ese" which infects most of the "professional" public administrator essays collected here that is to blame.After all, why go to the effort of citing an illustrative example -- or helpfully, three -- when you can craft sentences like the following?

"Third, there has been an erosion of institutionalized, systemic analysis in the intergovernmental system and a concomitant increase in instrumental advocacy."By the time you figure out what the heck the essay writer meant, you barely care anymore....

Stillman does have the innate good sense to always pair this scholarly mud with much more lively (and usually much better written) "cases" that help illustrate the veritable delta of silt that went before.That explains why this tome is on its 9th edition.

But who on earth proofed this latest version!?Sloppy, sloppy!The book is filled with unforgivable spelling errors -- many of the kind only a human would catch, while others are errors even a lowly Word spell checker would snag.

In short, I'm only reading it because I have to.Sigh. ... Read more

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For introductory courses in public administration, public affairs, and public policy.

Public Administration and Public Affairs examines the realities underlying the stereotypes that are brought out by both phrases.  Public Administration and Public Affairs  is about both the means used to fulfill the public interest, and the human panoply that is the public interest. It keeps up with the tumultuous world of public administration and public affairs and it reports that tumult in a reasonably engaging manner.

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Is Public Adminitration Is science or Art
I would like to askIs the public administration is Science or Ar ... Read more

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The seventh edition of Public Administration: Understanding Management, Politics, and Law in the Public Sector grounds students in the fundamentals of public administration while embracing its complexity through multiple sets of values that affect administrative management of the American state. This cutting-edge new edition explains and analyzes public administration from the point of view of three well-established perspectives: management, politics, and law. ... Read more

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Textbook Review
I received this book in a timely fashion, with minimal writing in text. The cost was way below retail price.

appreciate the credit!
The class was full and I emailed the seller immediately to refund or credit my account.He was quick and credited my account right away -- I really appreciate that!

I emailed the professor to be added to his class.He later responded and agreed to do so.I wish now that I didn't request to credit my account.Other used books are selling higher than he originally posted his.You snooze, you lose!I'm still grateful for the quick response and understanding.Thank you!

Difficult reading, very "wordy"
This book was a required text for my PA course.It was very wordy and at times difficult to understand due to the repetitious content.I feel that there is probably a more straight forward style of writing than this one.Not for the student who is just beginning a public administration course, some back ground would be helpful if this text is to be used.However, it contains "Introduction" in its title.Well! I 'don't know about that? Great info, however, difficult reading.

mosgt boring book ever.
This is the most repetative book I have ever read. Just reading the intro to any chapter is all you really need, within the chaper, the author will state the exact same thing 3-5 times. I give it three starts because there is a lot of good information, it is just not well presented.

Good Graduate Level Text
This was a required text book for one of the classes in my master of public administration program (MPA).I found it to be extremely useful for understanding both the historical evolution of public administration and the current practice. The emphasis on the (sometimes conflicting) managerial, legal, and political perspectives of each aspect of public administration works nicely if you are also learning the Hamiltonian, Madisonian, and Jeffersonian perspectives on the founding of the government.I always find it useful to understand and remember how things work if I get a good explanation of why it is so--this book does a good job of balancing the how/why.

It's not a text for the casual reader, but if you are a graduate student, plan to be (or already are) a public manager, or just want a thorough grounding in the theory and practice of public administration, this book will serve you well.

Since I know some students don't buy books on their syllabi for financial reasons or for stubbornness, my recommendation is to get the book.It also makes a great reference for the papers you'll have to write. ... Read more

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Do you think you could run the government? Find out how it is really done with the PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION IN AMERICA. This all-new tenth edition shows you the ins and outs of day-to-day operations while asking tough questions about ethics and power. You even evaluate the most current applications of public administration today, such as Hurricane Katrina efforts, the No Child Left Behind Act, Homeland Security, and more. Presented in a comprehensive and easy-to-understand format to which you can relate, PUBLIC ADMISTRATION IN AMERICA builds your knowledge of core concepts while showing you the way to an exciting and fulfilling career in politics and public administration--where you can make a difference. ... Read more

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Unsatisfactory purchase
I was unsatisfied with the purchase of this item because when I attempted to purchase it my card did not clear for some reason so I then purchased it from another seller. The following morning the card was ran again to attempt to purchase from the seller. Before the book was shipped I attempted to contact the seller and all sttempts were unsuccessful. This resulted in me having two books and unable to sell the extra book for my money back.

Exactly what I needed for my class!
I ordered this book from two other dealers and received the international copy. I had to go through the process of returning and repurchasing the book. I finally came to amazon and placed my order. I received the book at a fair price and in excellent condition, not to mention a timely manner. Thank God for Amazon!

Public Administration in America
Book never arrived when scheduled.When i followed the response I got was it was lost in the mail.So i had to scramble to find another book.I was able to get a full refund right away.

Public Administration In America - College Book
Let me state this, I placed my book order late on a Monday evening and I received my book "early" on a Wednesday morning of the SAME week - 2 day priority, that's right! You can not beat Amazon's great customer service and beyond efficient speedy processing of the book ordered.

Thank You!

Fast and Easy
The seller had a great price. Product was in excellent condition and shipping was very speedy. Very Happy with over all service because usually I am very hesitant on buying online. ... Read more

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Prepare for your career in government service with PUBLIC LAW AND PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION! With the increasingly significant role of contracting out in public administration, this book is a must read for anyone who plans to enter the field of government service or public administration. Based on the premise that there is a complex, ongoing interaction between law and administration in the United States, this readable political science text proposes that administrative law problems are not only legal but also administrative and political. ... Read more

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Detailed Introduction to Public Law
I was assigned this text for my Law and Public Policy graduate level class.It seems to have become a staple textbook over the years in many classes, and has gone through 4 editions now.I found the text to be an extremely dry read.But considering it is about the law and court cases what did you expect?The author does have a sense of humor, but it is buried in some rather legalistic prose, or the footnotes.Speaking of footnotes, they are very detailed and should not be skipped.My research paper for this class got its start from one of the footnotes.

Reading this textbook is not easy, but it is ultimately rewarding.It is a good introduction for the layperson who is not a lawyer, but does know something of the legal system.If the student does not know anything about the law, then this textbook will be too advanced for them to read.
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For a comprehensive, yet fresh and fascinating look at the lives and scholarship of the leading theorists in the field, Mastering Public Administration is a wonderful starting point for more in-depth and nuanced study. With each chapter focusing on one seminal figure, Brian Fry and new coauthor Jos Raaschelders weave an insightful narrative the explores and analyzes the research, writing, thinking, theorizing, and long-term impact of such luminaries as Max Weber, Frederick Taylor, Mary Parker Follett, Dwight Waldo, and now new to this second edition Charles Lindblom.

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Mastering nothing but filling space and boring students
This book is filled with promise. I mean who would not want to master such a difficult topic and improve practice in the arena of administration? However, this book only offers a few glimpses into a select group of authors who were able to shape how a few select portions of administration were thought about from earlier times until now. This is important, but it does little to help the average administrator their responsibilities. It might help scholars master their topic, but not a government employee master their work. It is also hard to read and very technical.So get it and be forewarned.

Self referential
This text is what happens when you write in a vaccuum.With only a few exceptions, most of the content was extraordinarily self referential and discussed theory in a way that all but abandoned their applications in public administration.Fry should consider cliff noting his own text as an excercise to stop talking in circles.

Good Book
I bought this book because it was required for one of my courses.I have read half of the book an so far so good. ... Read more

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As its title implies, PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION: AN ACTION ORIENTATION, Sixth Edition, encourages students to become active participants in public administration. Robert B. Denhardt and Janet V. Denhardt instruct readers on how to influence the operations of public agencies--helping them learn to get involved and effect positive changes, regardless of whether they are working outside the agency as citizens or within the agency as managers. With a strong emphasis on ethics, PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION: AN ACTION ORIENTATION, Sixth Edition, introduces the theories and scholarly literature of the field. In addition, it increases students' chances of being effective by developing practical skills such as personal management, communication, delegation, motivation, and decision making. Important topics such as nonprofit management, the global dimensions of public administration, and organizational theory are covered thoroughly in this book. ... Read more

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Book Review
The book was in good shape.Although I bought it used, there were no major highlights or underlines.Cover was in good shape.

Keep the dictionary handy!
The book is very dry, though I'm not sure what I expected.I did notice that I had to refer to a dictionary quite a bit because of the difficult words they used.I am not entirely sure that this book will do the trick in my class, we'll have to wait and see.Needs graphic representations like charts, pictures, examples (none) and chapter representative side stories (none) to actaully drive home the ideas they want to bring across.Not the best book I've ever read or had to learn from.

Decent
Solid basic overview of public administration. Designed for an overview course, not much depth. ... Read more

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PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION IN THE NEW CENTURY: AN INTRODUCTION TO THE WORLD OF PUBLIC MANAGEMENT provides a solid introduction into the fundamental areas of public administration, blending theory with practice in a way that helps students apply theoretical models to the real world in an engaging format. While more concise than other books, the complexities and breadth of the field and discipline of public administration are thoroughly covered, including the history of the discipline, bureaucracy, organizational theory and behavior, public budgeting, personnel administration, public policy, and ethics. ... Read more

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In the past thirty years public administration has developed more systematic patterns of inquiry about the substance of public organization behavior, public management, and public policy implementation. This work has contributed to an increasing reliability in understanding public administration. The work of public organizations has been examined with improved conceptual methodological and theoretical forms of analysis. The forms of analysis seek to create knowledge that is retraceable, cumulative, and at least at some level, replicable. These forms of analysis aspire to be scientific, using scientific here to mean a kind of formal rationality by which the insights of the next generation. Knowledge, then, becomes collective and cumulative. This is not to suggest that the social world, of which public administration is a part, is as amenable to formal scientific applications as is the physical world. It is not. But it is to suggest that the art and science of public administration should be just that - both art and science. The science and art of policy administration is definable, describable, replicable, and cumulative.

A further purpose of this book is to describe in some detail several theories and analytical approaches that contribute to what we know about policy administration. If we can accept that each approach to the subject of policy administration is guided. At least in some rudimentary way, by a theory or set of theories, the questions are: Which theories or approaches are the most promising, the most influential? Which are the most important now and likely to be the most important in the future? The purpose of this effort is to set out a detailed description of the author's selection of key theories in contemporary public administration in the hope that this will improve the reliability of our knowledge and our understanding of public administration.

This primer is designed to fit into Public Administration Theory courses at the advanced undergraduate level, as well as for courses in the MPA curriculum. ... Read more

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PA Theory - Weeeee Heeee For Me.
This is not really a book on theories of public administration, but rather a book dealing with approaches to public administration. A "theory" as these authors use the term deals with budgeting or organizational issues. These are no more theories about public administration than a "theory" of breathing or eating is a theory about living. But that aside, this is a good book because it prevents an overview of the main intellectual currents in public administration. So from that standpoint, the book is very good in informing one of what is out there and why it matters. It is dense, but accessible for a book of this type. I would get it if you need to study for comps or prelims, but skip it if not.

Impenetrable is right!
I read this book for a public administration graduate class.I do not have a background in political science, so perhaps the book was more difficult for me than for others.The previous reviewer used the word "impenetrable."I found about half the chapters were exceedingly difficult for me to follow and several really were impenetrable.I did, however, learn quite a bit from it, and I even will keep the book for reference, at least for a little while.It by no means is light reading, however.

I don't knowhow the authors split up the writing of the book, but some chapters are written following a clear outline, and I found those to be the easiest for me to follow.The other chapters were more prone to rambling, and two in particular rambled seemingly directionless for most of the chapter, providing little material for me to grasp until the very last few pages of the chapter, where all the important information on the theory was to be found.

Reading this book was not my choice, and not having a background in the subject, I am not one to say if there's anything better.But seriously...there's got to be something better!I'm just happy we had the opportunity to discuss these theories in class with the help of other materials.That was what made the book useful for me.

Confidence Shaken
Writing a primer of public administration theory isn't an easy task since there is some question whether there can be such theory.Frederickson and Smith give the project a fair effort looking at public administration through a number of theoretical lenses.

The substance and arguments of the chapters tend to go down hill after the first four.Chapter five on institutionalism is almost impenetrable and hardly the stuff of a primer.Then the reader's confidence in the authors' depth of knowledge is shaken where, amid a weak reading of the human relations literature and that of managerial humanism, the authors devote two paragraphs on Weber including the following on page 102:

"One important and different approach to management theory in the evolution of public administraion is the sociology of Max Weber, who founded the study of large-scale complex organizations he labeled bureaucracy.Although he did his work in the 1930s and 1940s . . . ."

One may surely question whether Weber saw himself creating an "important and different approach to management," but if he did it in the 30s and 40s, he did it from the grave.Anyone who knows anything about Weber knows that he did his greatest work at the turn of the 20th century and was dead by 1920.Not only are the authors wrong about when Weber lived, but their brief discussion of Weber makes little sense amidst an attempt at setting out human relations theory, unless it is suppose to be an illustration of McGregor's Theory X, which is introduced on the previous page.Also disturbing is the authors' inability to distinguish between the human relations perspective and that of organizational humanists.While there are several good works in the public administration literature addressing the field of organization behavior, the management-relevant topics of this field get very fractured treatment throughout the book.

Readers, especially teachers, should read this book with a critical eye to both what is said and what is left out. ... Read more

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This accessible text offers an abundance of engaging examples and provides step-by-step instructions to illustrate common research methods and techniques, providing students and future administrators with a sound foundation in model building, research design, measurement, and sampling. The book's statistical section focuses on correct use and interpretation of commonly used statistics, including linear regression.

The book's overall aim is to develop effective, efficient research skills among future public administrators so that they will be better policy makers. It accomplishes this not only by providing a solid foundation in technique, but also by developing an awareness of the ethical issues associated with conducting research and reporting findings.

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Good
The item was received in a timely manner and was exactly how it was described. I'm satisfied.

Useful research methods book
A few years back, the instructor assigned to teach the research methods course in our Master of Public Administration program had some health problems. I stepped in for a couple weeks until we found a replacement. This was the textbook assigned for that class.

In terms of coverage of subjects, this is a mainstream choice. The sequence of chapters: Preliminary steps in a research project; Designs for description (such as case studies, meta-analysis, qualitative research); Designs for explanation (issues covered include validity, experimental, quasi-experimental, and nonexperimental designs); Measuring variables; Sampling; Contacting and talking to subjects; Data collection; Protection of human subjects; Secondary data analysis; Index construction; Univariate statistical analysis; Tests of statistical significance (a subject that I always had a hard time getting through to students with); Measures of association and analysis of variance; Regression and correlation; Communicating findings. Not all textbooks integrate statistics and research methods. This one does. It provides problems for students to work on, to provide experience with the issues discussed in the text.

Overall, an adequate text. I am not sure that it covers subjects in the depth that I would like. Any methods text terrifies a certain proportion of students in the class. This is scarcely the worst in that respect.

Well its a research text
So you decide you want your master's degree.So guess what, you have to take stats.Social statistical research is about as fun as removing your own tumor to be sure, and this book is the lemon juice that reminds you that 1. you are not a doctor, and 2. you are using a rusty butter knife.

Did I learn anything from this book?Yes, I learned that apparently there were 3 previous editions of this prose that failed to drive the reader to insanity.My favorite part was reading my wife's stats text book for an unrelated master's degree to understand what the heck this book was talking about.

I give this book 2 stars because in the event of a world ending disaster, you can useits many useless pages as either fire starter paper, or toilet tissue.I would personally recommend the later, because world ending event or not, this book already stinks.

Good Help with Research
Its a great book if you are in to doing research. It lays out all the components to help turn that thesis/project into something defendable.

Like wading through quicksand
This book is a bear. It does contain all the requisite information but is a very dense read. The concepts are complex and elusive for the uninitiated so beware if you are a distance learner. ... Read more

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Watson, Robert P., Public Administration: Cases in Managerial Role-Playing*\ This unique series of role-playing scenarios gives readers a realistic view of what it is like to manage public agencies, programs, and employees, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the field through active learning.The book features contemporary, realistic cases of typical managerial challenges faced by administrators in both the public and non-profit sectors. Compiled and edited by Professor Robert Watson, the 24 cases in this volume have been written by public administration instructors and practitioners from across the country and, as is often the situation in the real world, there are no easy answers to the challenges presented. For those interested in public administration, public personnel management. ... Read more

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A great idea ...
I generally liked the book, but it did not deliver on the title.

The book does present over a dozen case studies on ethics in government positions.The case studies are well written and thought out and cover topical areas of concern to today's government leaders.

The book promises to present role-playing opportunities, and to get there from what the book presents is a long, long journey that would a coach, teacher, or referee to put in many hours fleshing things out.There is no practical way to tell what the motivations of the characters would be except in the broadest sense, and it is hard to role-play as a singular entity.By definition, role-playing exercises should have several other participants at least.

Great idea, it just was not executed well.

In service,

Rich

Case studies for the classroom and beyond
The case studies are varied, complex, and realistic. As a student, I used this as a textbook in a dual-level course on public administration. The case studies elicited thought and discussion from undergraduates. An outstanding feature of the book is that it includes examples from the non-profit sector as well as government. Although fictionalized, the case studies are obviously based on real-world examples. ... Read more

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New from Management Concepts, the second edition of Practical Ethics in Public Administration is an excellent text for courses in applied and professional ethics – and essential preparation for future public administrators.

Practical Ethics in Public Administration is a skillful blend of theory and practice, with many case examples taken from daily public service.Students will be introduced to historical ethical theories – and how they combine in a unified ethical approach that can be applied to everyday situations.They’ll learn the ethical nature of questions such as whether to fire an employee…how to allocate departmental funds…how to rate an employee on a yearly evaluation…policies of confidentiality…and more.

The new second edition features updated examples, guidelines, and hypothetical cases…two new chapters, one on how to address conflict by applying the unified ethic and a second on the ethics involved in leadership development…and new discussions of personal and professional issues such as new public management and creating public value. ... Read more

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Great Buy
The book was in perfect order when I recieved it. It came in about the time I expected it too. No complaints here. ... Read more

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MySearchLab provides students with a complete understanding of the research process so they can complete research projects confidently and efficiently. Students and instructors with an internet connection can visit www.MySearchLab.com and receive immediate access to thousands of full articles from the EBSCO ContentSelect database. In addition, MySearchLab offers extensive content on the research process itself—including tips on how to navigate and maximize time in the campus library, a step-by-step guide on writing a research paper, and instructions on how to finish an academic assignment with endnotes and bibliography.­

This unique workbook engages students in the study of public administration and helps them gain a deeper understanding of the field by providing hands-on exercises that expose students to a wide range of practical applications.

By providing hands-on exercises, this unique workbook engages students in the study of public administration. Connecting theory to practice, a brief theoretical introduction precedes each exercise, explaining why the technique is important and how it is relevant to the study of public administration.

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LATE
The Book was fine, but it arrived a week later than expected and almost caused trouble with classes

public administration worrk book
Good book very helpful in understanding public administration and documents that one might encounter in the real world.

It's a goodbook
I think It's a good book but I rated below four stars, because the text is almost the same as the previous editiom. The book has good personnel(kind of human resources) exercises. ... Read more

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Updated in a new 7th edition, Introducing Public Administration provides readers with a solid, conceptual foundation in public administration, and contains the latest information on important trends in the discipline.

Known for its lively and witty style this book covers the most important issues in public administration using examples from various disciplines and modern culture.  This approach captivates readers and encourages them to think critically about the nature of public administration today. ... Read more

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Interesting & Clear
I have enjoyed my govt class because of this book.Interesting and very informative.

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.

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.

All inclusive
This book has it all. Great stories, great information, and a great layout. Good for grad school and undergrads the same. ... Read more

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A comprehensive overview and resource for public administration students and practitioners. This book is a combination of an introduction to basic legal principles, analysis of excerpts from instructive cases, and practical advice. It is an original approach to learning about law for those who work for the public good, the culmination of more than twenty-five years of research, study, counseling, law reform work, and reflection on what the law is and should be and how this can be explained to any reasonably thoughtful person. The book combines substantive coverage of law subjects likely to be encountered in public administration, analysis of illustrative cases, and practical advice. It distills and simplifies complex topics and combines legal theory with practical realities. The book describes the general nature of the laws, cases, and legal principles that public administrators are most likely to encounter. It begins by considering the sources of rules that govern our behavior, the evolution of formal law, and formal sources of law in the United States legal system. The next several chapters discuss constitutional law principles, providing an overview of important issues and analyzing important illustrative cases. The next several chapters follow a similar approach to the main law subjects likely to be encountered in public administration. The remaining chapters cover practical matters, including public ethics, how to deal with lawyers, and how to do legal research. ... Read more