An Introduction to the Policy Process: Theories, Concepts, and Models of Public Policy Making 4th Edition – Ebook PDF Version – Digital Instant Dowload.

Product details:

• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0765646625
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0765646620
• Author: Thomas A. Birkland

The fourth edition of this widely-used text relates theory to practice in the public policy process. In a clear, conversational style, author Tom Birkland conveys the best current thinking on the policy process with an emphasis on accessibility and synthesis. This new edition has been reorganized to better explain the role of policy analysis in the policy process.

Table contents:

1. Introducing the Policy Process

2. Elements of the Policy Making System

3. The Historical and Structural Contexts of Public Policy Making

4. Official Actors and Their Roles in Public Policy

5. Unofficial Actors and Their Roles in Public Policy

6. Agenda Setting, Power, and Interest Groups

7. Policies and Policy Types

8. Decision Making and Policy Analysis

9. Policy Design and Policy Tools

10. Policy Implementation, Failure, and Learning

11. Science and Theory in the Study of Public Policy