Introduction to Comparative Public Administration
Administrative Systems and Reforms in Europe, Third Edition
3rd Edition
Published on 21. February 2025
Book
Paperback/Softback
460 pages
978-1-0353-0248-2 (ISBN)
Description
This updated third edition of the Introduction to Comparative Public Administration explores the cultural, organizational, personnel and financial aspects of public administration across a wide range of European countries. The authors provide country profiles, comparative reform assessments and case studies to highlight the similarities and differences among European public administrations, with key learning objectives highlighted for each chapter.
Key Features of this third edition:
Examples from both Western and Central Eastern European administrative systems
In-depth empirical analysis paired with case studies of administrative systems and reform trajectories to enhance students' comparative interest, knowledge and skills
Accounts of recent reforms and institutional changes, such as digitalization in public administration, as well as the major trends of public sector modernization in an era of multiple crises
This revised textbook is an indispensable resource for students, researchers and lecturers of political and administrative sciences, public management and the wider social sciences. It is also of great interest to policymakers, NGOs, administrators and public CEOs interested in systems reform in Europe as well as the major trends of public sector modernization in an era of multiple crises.
Key Features of this third edition:
Examples from both Western and Central Eastern European administrative systems
In-depth empirical analysis paired with case studies of administrative systems and reform trajectories to enhance students' comparative interest, knowledge and skills
Accounts of recent reforms and institutional changes, such as digitalization in public administration, as well as the major trends of public sector modernization in an era of multiple crises
This revised textbook is an indispensable resource for students, researchers and lecturers of political and administrative sciences, public management and the wider social sciences. It is also of great interest to policymakers, NGOs, administrators and public CEOs interested in systems reform in Europe as well as the major trends of public sector modernization in an era of multiple crises.
Reviews / Votes
'With a new co-author, Renate Reiter, the long-awaited third edition of this classic in European comparative public administration is now available. Maintaining the framework of a parallel comparison among six countries - France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Sweden, and the UK - the book analyses the most recent developments in modernisation approaches comprehensively under five aspects: central-local relations, territorial reform, government-market relations, structural reform within government and digital transformation. Can the Neo-Weberian State replace New Public Management?' -- Koichiro Agata, Waseda University, Japan 'The revision of this seminal book reconfirms its position as the most comprehensive book in the field of comparative public administration. It manages very convincingly to combine theoretical models and concepts with deep insight into diverse administrative traditions and structures on different levels, but also to add newer trends like digitalization, reflecting the profound changes the COVID-19 pandemic caused.' -- Tom Christensen, University of Oslo, Norway 'A thorough, well-researched analysis of contemporary comparative European public administration. The third edition offers especially insightful perspectives on recent digitalization, administrative reform, and EU developments. A must-read for serious students and scholars in this field.' -- Richard J. Stillman II, University of Colorado, Denver, USA 'What a delight to see a third, and thoroughly updated, edition of this solid book on comparative public administration. It is amazing that the three authors have been able to capture so many changes and reforms in the past five years in such a concise manner. Appointed and elected public servants as well as academics will benefit from perusing and digesting its pages.' -- Jos C.N. Raadschelders, The Ohio State University, USAMore details
Edition
3rd edition
Language
English
Place of publication
Cheltenham
United Kingdom
Target group
College/higher education
Dimensions
Height: 244 mm
Width: 169 mm
ISBN-13
978-1-0353-0248-2 (9781035302482)
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Schweitzer Classification
Persons
Sabine Kuhlmann, Professor of Political Sciences, Administration and Organization, University of Potsdam, Hellmut Wollmann, Professor Emeritus of Public Administration, Social Science Institute, Humboldt University of Berlin and Renate Reiter, Senior Fellow at the Chair of Political Science III: Policy Analysis and Environmental Policy, FernUniversitaet of Hagen, Germany
Content
Contents
Preface to the third edition
1 Introduction
2 Theories and analytical approaches
3 Models and traditions of public administration in Europe: country profiles
4 Administrative reforms from a comparative perspective
5 Comparative summary
6 Future prospects of comparative public administration
Recommended reading
References
Preface to the third edition
1 Introduction
2 Theories and analytical approaches
3 Models and traditions of public administration in Europe: country profiles
4 Administrative reforms from a comparative perspective
5 Comparative summary
6 Future prospects of comparative public administration
Recommended reading
References