Public Administration in the New Reality
Public Administration in the New Reality examines how public administration systems can anticipate and respond to complex, fast-changing conditions. Contributions draw on academic insights and practitioner experience from nineteen countries, addressing crises, climate change, digital transformation, migration, urbanisation and other pressures on governance.
At a glance
- Brings together academic insights and practitioner experience from nineteen countries.
- Focuses on public administration capacity to predict, face and respond to changing conditions.
- Discusses pressures including geopolitical tensions, climate change, digital transformation, aging populations, urbanisation, migration and environmental degradation.
- Considers how public administrators can learn from crises and manage competing values.
Reference price: $169.99
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Pros
- Its international perspective connects academic and practitioner contributions across nineteen countries.
- The broad scope links public-sector capacity and organisational arrangements with several current policy pressures.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | Palgrave Macmillan |
|---|---|
| Publication date | May 1, 2025 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 557 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 9819638445 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-9819638444 |
| Weight listed | 1.78 pounds |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 5.83 x 1.25 x 8.27 inches |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Students and researchers studying public administration, governance and public-sector resilience.
- Public administrators interested in adapting systems and skills to complex policy pressures.
- Readers seeking an international discussion of how government systems respond to crises and change.
Frequently asked questions
What does this book cover?
It examines how public administration systems can anticipate, respond to and learn from complex changes, including crises, climate change, digital transformation and migration.
Does it include perspectives from multiple countries?
Yes. The listing describes academic insights and practitioner experience from nineteen countries.
How long is the book?
The listed print length is 557 pages.
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