Public Administration in America, 12th Edition

Early chapters address the nature, context and structure of U.S. public administration, followed by coverage of organization theory, decision-making and leadership. The book concludes with performance management and discussion of the future of public administration. Competing viewpoints throughout enhance student understanding while challenging them to think creatively and constructively about ways to address key issues. Milakovich; George J. Clearly and concisely written, Milakovich/Gordon’s PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION IN AMERICA, 12th edition, brings together theoretical, historical and contemporary perspectives to help students understand the current U.S. political and public administration systems. The authors then focus on the core functions of human resources administration and development, government budgeting, public policymaking and implementation, and government regulation/administrative law. Public Administration in America 12th Edition is written by Michael E. Gordon and published by Cengage Learning.