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Promoting Good Governance: Principles, Practices and Perspectives   Sam Agere Series name: Managing the Public Service: Strategies for Improvement Series Size: 240 mm x 156 mm ISSN: Categories: Managing the Public Service: Strategies for Improvement Series, Public Sector Development ISBN No: 978-0-85092-629-3 Format: Paperback Publication Date: 01-2000 Number of Pages: 144 Status: In stock Price: £ 9.00    [Currency converter]   Download a PDF with additional information for this publication Description The concept of good governance is interlinked with institutionalised values such as democracy, observance of human rights, accountability, transparency and greater efficiency and effectiveness of the public sector. This publication focuses on key elements of good governance. It discusses the role of public management in promoting productivity and improving performance in the pursuit of efficiency, effectiveness, economic growth, sustainable development and social justice. The book looks at the public/private sector interface in the context of developing a meaningful and effective partnership in economic development. Contents Concepts and Issues   Good Governance in the Public Sector – Promotion and Management of Productivity   Accountability and Transparency in the Public Service   Public and Private Sector Partnership Paradigm   The Role of the State in Creating a Conducive Environment   Public and Private Sector Values in Partnership Strengthening   Teaching, Training and Management Development for the Public Services

 

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