Public Administration and State Governance: Government Relations, Services, Management, Assessment and Policymaking

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Public Administration and State Governance provides a comprehensive introduction to how governments function, make decisions, and serve the public. It offers practical insights into public service delivery, policy development, budgeting, anti-corruption measures, and digital transformation. Drawing on global practices, the book connects theory with implementation to support transparent, responsive, and effective governance. With a focus on real-world applications, it provides readers with the knowledge and tools needed to understand institutional dynamics and apply practical approaches to public administration.

Intended Audience
This book is for students, scholars, and practitioners of public administration who want to understand how government works today and explore different approaches to the study and practice of public administration.

What’s Inside?

Concepts and Theories of Public Administration. Explores the foundations of public administration, including its core components, the influence of political business cycles, and regulatory paradigms.Public Administration Framework: Key Areas from Ethics to Public Finance. Covers the structural and ethical dimensions of public service, principles of integrity in government operations, and practical approaches to evaluating programs and measuring public impact.Public Administration Institutions: Functions and Cooperation. Defines the responsibilities of central, regional, and municipal authorities, highlighting the importance of interagency coordination and mechanisms for effective internal and public oversight.Implementing Electronic Government. Introduces e-government models and digital tools that enhance transparency, citizen participation, and efficiency, supported by legal frameworks for open and accountable governance.State Programs Development in Public Administration. Outlines how state planning documents are formulated and implemented, integrating cross-sectoral strategies and regulatory impact assessments to address complex policy issues.Budget Process Management in Public Administration. Details the full budgeting cycle, from planning and organizational structure to accountability measures that ensure transparency and responsible fiscal management.Effective Public Procurement Management. Examines the stages of public procurement, including digital transformation, risk reduction, and sustainable practices that foster efficiency and fairness in public spending.Implementing Anti-Corruption Mechanisms. Focuses on the theoretical and institutional basis for combating corruption, including national frameworks, preventive tools, and the active role of civil society organizations.Personnel Management in Public Administration. Highlights strategic approaches to staffing, training, and performance management, emphasizing ethical conduct, and merit-based selection.Corporate Governance for Government Organizations. Analyzes the governance of state-owned enterprises, addressing economic justification, management practices, and the challenge of aligning public objectives with commercial performance.About the Author
Dr. Sergey Mazol is a policy analyst with over 20 years of experience in public governance, corporate administration, and trade regulation. A PhD in Economics and Associate Professor, he has worked with UNECE, OECD, and WTO, and authored 35+ publications on governance and economic policy. As a member of the European Corporate Governance Institute, he contributes actively to global research and reform initiatives.

ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0F5B21BNY
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Independently published
Publication date ‏ : ‎ April 16, 2025
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 637 pages
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 979-8317487676
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.32 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 1.6 x 9 inches
Best Sellers Rank: #2,455,575 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #1,033 in Public Affairs & Administration (Books) #1,107 in Government Social Policy #1,584 in Economic Policy & Development (Books)