Research Methods for Public Administrators - Couverture rigide

O Sullivan, Elizabethann; Rassel, Gary Raymond

Couverture rigide

ISBN 10 : 0801311721 ISBN 13 : 9780801311727

Editeur : Routledge, 2000

Synopsis

A practice-oriented, accessible text, Research Methods for Public Administrators introduces students to the methodological tools administrators and policy ysts use to conduct research. Practical and comprehensive coverage of the entire research process includes step-by-step instructions that focus on the most commonly used research techniques as well as numerous illustrative examples.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

This accessible text offers an abundance of engaging examples and provides step-by-step instructions to illustrate common research methods and techniques, providing students and future administrators with a sound foundation in model building, research design, measurement, and sampling. The book's statistical section focuses on correct use and interpretation of commonly used statistics, including linear regression.

 

The book's overall aim is to develop effective, efficient research skills among future public administrators so that they will be better policy makers. It accomplishes this not only by providing a solid foundation in technique, but also by developing an awareness of the ethical issues associated with conducting research and reporting findings.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Routledge
• Date d'édition: 2000
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0801311721
• ISBN 13: 9780801311727
• Reliure: Relié
• Numéro d'édition: 2
• Nombre de pages: 490
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible