Research Methods for Public Administrators

Research Methods for Public Administrators

<p style="MARGIN: 0px"><strong>NOTE</strong>: This ISBN does not Include CD or DVD<br /></p> <p style="MARGIN: 0px"><br /></p> <p style="MARGIN: 0px">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.</p> <p style="MARGIN: 0px"> </p> <p style="MARGIN: 0px">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.</p>