Sound Governance: Policy and Administrative Innovations

By: Farazmand, Ali

The economic, political, and cultural forces of globalization affect every citizen of the world--and the institutions that govern them. Against a backdrop of increasing resistance to these forces, especially in the developing world, this volume establishes a new theoretical and practical framework for analyzing the effects of globalization on nation-states, local governments, nongovernmental and international organizations, and other administrative systems. Invoking a term attributed to Darius the Great over 2,500 years ago--sound governance--editors Ali Farazmand and Rosalyn Carter set the stage for a rich and multidimensional collection of essays on emerging issues in public administration around the world.

Topics include: The impact and influence of the United Nations; Ethics and accountability in government; Applying the total quality management model to public sector institutions; Judicial and legislative reforms; Business-government partnerships and improvements in the delivery of public services. The result is a comprehensive study of innovations in public administration that will serve as an essential resource for students, researchers, policymakers, and practitioners alike.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0275965147
• ISBN13: 9780275965143
• Release Date: December 2004
• Publisher: Praeger
• Length: 330 Pages
• Weight: 1.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.4" x 9.2"