New Book Explores Evolution of Public Service Education from Nineteenth Century to Present

Diogo Pereira,

The history of public service education and training have long been pivotal in shaping the governance and operations of governments worldwide. Editors Toon Kerkhoff (Leiden University, The Netherlands) and Denis Moschopoulos (the Ionian University of Corfu, Greece), along with a distinguished international team of contributors, have meticulously examined and chronicled this journey in the recently released book, "The Education and Training of Public Servants: Systems and Practices from the Nineteenth Century to the Present."

The publication provides a comprehensive overview of public service education and training, focusing particularly on Europe while also drawing insights from Australia, the United States, and Canada. The book's comparative analysis explores the implementation, functioning, and impact of public service training and education over the past two centuries. Through this lens, authors emphasize the significant influence of national political-administrative traditions and administrative tasks driven by social, political, and economic shifts.

As part of the Governance and Public Management series, published by the International Institute of Administrative Sciences (IIAS) in collaboration with Palgrave, the book aligns with the series' commitment to delivering high-quality research to a global audience. The series emphasizes diverse perspectives and approaches, reflecting the IIAS's dedication to maintaining a neutral and objective voice based on factual evidence.

"The Education and Training of Public Servants: Systems and Practices from the Nineteenth Century to the Present" is a must-read for practitioners, policymakers, academics, and anyone interested in public administration and governance.

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