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This book is a comprehensive guide to decision making in public administration and public policy. It covers the mainstream methods of decision making such as cost-benefit analysis and linear programming, as well as alternative and emerging methods such as geographic information systems, Q-methodology, and narrative policy analysis. The book also discusses practical applications of decision making in budgeting, public administration, drug trafficking, and information systems.
Handbook of Decision Making is the first text of its kind to include the mainstream methods and theories of decision making, as well as the influence of theological and philosophical traditions, and contemporary scientific theories. Common patterns are identified and the variations that different contexts may generate. The text covers the mainstream methods of decision making such as cost-benefit analysis and linear programming. It also explains alternative and emerging methods such as geographic information systems, Q-methodology, and narrative policy analysis. Practical applications are discussed using decision making practices in budgeting, public administration, drug trafficking, and information systems.
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