{"title":"Michael Howlett","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMichael Howlett\u003c\/strong\u003e offers insightful explorations into the complexities of policy design and political decision-making. His works delve into the frameworks and theories that shape public policy, making them essential reading for those interested in how political processes influence governance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWithin \u003cem\u003ePolitics \u0026amp; Current Affairs\u003c\/em\u003e, Howlett’s books provide a clear and detailed understanding of policy analysis, blending academic rigour with practical perspectives. Readers can expect thoughtful discussions that bridge theory and real-world applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-policy-design-primer-by-michael-howlett-9780367001612","title":"The Policy Design Primer","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Policy Design Primer\u003c\/em\u003e is a concise and practical introduction to the principles and elements of policy design in contemporary governance. Guiding students through the study of the instruments used by governments in carrying out their tasks, adapting to, and altering their environments, this book:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eExamines the range of substantive and procedural policy instruments that together comprise the toolbox from which governments select specific tools expected to resolve policy problems,\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eConsiders the principles behind the selection and use of specific types of instruments in contemporary government,\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAddresses the issues of instrument mixes and their (re)design in a discussion of the future research agenda of policy design, and\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDiscusses several current trends in instrument use often linked to factors such as globalization and the increasingly networked nature of modern society.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis readily digestible and informative book provides a comprehensive overview of this essential component of modern governance, featuring helpful definitions of key concepts and further reading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is essential reading for all students of public policy, administration and management, as well as more broadly for relevant courses in health, social welfare, environment, development, and local government. It is also valuable for managers and practitioners involved in Executive Education and policy design work on the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Taylor \u0026 Francis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47608127324396,"sku":"9780367001612","price":341.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780367001612-the-policy-design-primer.jpg?v=1778184601"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/michael-howlett.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}