Selected Readings of Classic Administrative Management Theory

Overview

Public administration is a crucial discipline within the social sciences, encompassing various aspects of government operations, policy formulation, execution, and public services. The primary objective of this course is to deepen your understanding and provide profound insights into the subject by studying classic works. We will delve into the viewpoints of prominent thinkers in the field and guide you in integrating these classic theories with contemporary issues to better address the challenges faced in modern societies and government management.Through studying those classical works, we will gain insights into the historical development and theoretical foundations of public administration. We will also compare the ideas of these esteemed scholars like Max Weber and Douglas McGregor, discussing the convergences and divergences of their thoughts to cultivate well-rounded, critical thinking abilities.

Syllabus

Chapter One Introduction of Public Administration

1.What is Public Administration
2.Understanding Public Administration Ⅰ
3.Understanding Public Administration part Ⅱ
4.The Evolution of Public Administration

Chapter Two From 20s of the 20th century to the 30s of the 20th century

1.Taylor's Scientific management theory
2. Max Weber and Bureaucratic Management Theory
3. Notes On The Theory Of Organization—the POSDCORB framework

Chapter Three From 40s of the 20th century to the 50s of the 20th century

1.Henri Fayol’s Principle of Management
2.The Cooptative Mechanism
3. Maslow’s Hierarchy Needs
4. Douglas McGregor and Theory X&Y

Chapter Four From 60s of the 20th century to the 70s of the 20th century

1.New Public Administration
2.Systems Theory of Organizations
3.The Life Cycle of Bureaus
4.New Public Administration and New Public Management

Chapter Five From 80s of the 20th century to the 90s of the 20th century

1.Understanding Organizational Culture
2.Toward A Feminist Perspective in Public Administration Theory
3. Public Management For All Seasons？
4.Breaking Through Bureaucracy
5.From Red Tape to Results: Creating A Government That Works Better and Costs Less：A National Performance Review