Understanding and Managing Public Organizations

Name: Understanding and Managing Public Organizations
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ISBN: 9780470402924

ISBN-10: 047040292X

ISBN-13: 9780470402924

Edition: 4th 2010

Authors: Hal G. Rainey

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This book offers a thoroughly revised edition of the classic bestseller on managing public organizations. Written by an expert in the field, this revised edition includes new information on developments in Homeland Security management and the government workforce; collaboration and networks; public values; contracting out; performance assessment; diversity management; and innovation and organizational change in the public and contains a newly added instructorâ€²s manual with updates on collaboration, networks, diversity management, and more. This book is an effective resource for public management professionals and students.

Book details

List price: $52.50
Edition: 4th
Copyright year: 2010
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons, Limited
Publication date: 10/29/2009
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 544
Size: 7.00" wide x 9.50" long x 1.00" tall
Weight: 2.244
Language: English



Figures, Tables, and Exhibits


Preface


The Author



The Dynamic Context of Public Organizations



The Challenge of Effective Public Organization and Management



Understanding the Study of Organizations: A Historical Review



What makes Public Organisations: A Historical Review



Analyzing the Environment of Public Organizations



The Impact of Political Power and Public Policy



Key Dimensions of Organizing and Managing



Organizational Goals and Effectiveness



Formulating and Achieving Purpose: Power, Strategy, and Decision Making



Organizational Structure, Design, Technology, and Information Technology



Understanding People in Public Organizations: Values and Motives



Understanding People in Public Organizations: Theories of Work Motivation and Work-Related Attitudes



Leadership, Managerial Roles, and Organizational Culture



Teamwork: Understanding Communication and Conflict in and Among Groups



Strategies For Managing and Improving Public Organizations



Managing Organizational Change and Development



Advancing Effective Management in the Public Sector


References


Name Index


Subject Index