Managing Development in a Globalized World: Concepts, Processes, InstitutionsHabib Zafarullah, Ahmed Shafiqul Huque

March 13, 2012 by CRC Press
Reference - 528 Pages - 12 B/W Illustrations
ISBN 9781420068375 - CAT# AU6837

Traditionally, development has been rooted in ideologies and assumptions prevalent in the developed world and in practices and strategies adopted by leading industrial nations. However, historically, eclectic ideas and approaches often clash with existing long-established notions of progress and modes of realizing social and economic change. Managing Development in a Globalized World: Concepts, Processes, Institutions explores this topic by incorporating ideas and interpretations that have previously been neglected or given inadequate attention in the discourse on developing countries. It underscores development as a continuous process that must be supported by sound policies and efficient management, supplying a wider understanding of the field.

The authors argue that the application of innovative development techniques and best practices is essential for obtaining optimum results in meeting the needs of society. They examine the style of managing development with a new perspective that links the phenomenon with changing demands and the interplay of internal/external actors and a host of stakeholders. An exploration of key sectors in development provides clear comprehension of problems and solutions.

A careful synthesis of theoretical/conceptual and empirical literature, the book assesses real-world situations and provides insight into the operational dynamics of development policies, programs, and institutions. It focuses on goals, values, and dynamics of development management that are undergoing rapid changes and continue to be enhanced to alleviate poverty and improve living standards in an era of globalization and inter-regional and inter-institutional synergies. It highlights best practices essential for the efficient and effective delivery of human development services that are designed and put in place to obtain optimum results in meeting the needs of society.

• Reviews the state of development management in the context of changed and changing circumstances within developing countries and the international environment
• Discusses how priorities have changed, approaches redefined, structures refurbished, methods refined, skills sharpened, state-nonstate synergies reinvigorated, and people’s engagement encouraged
• Explores the concepts that guide development management and clarifies the roles of a range of institutions in the process
• Examines a new perspective that links the phenomenon with changing demands and the interplay of internal/external actors and a host of stakeholders
• Assesses real-world situations and provides insight into the operational dynamics of development policies, programs and institutions
  

Table of Contents

Concepts, principles & Processes

Contextualizing Development in a Globalized World

Development and its Dimensions

The State in Development

The Inclusive Developmental State and Institutions of Development

The Governance of Development

Managing and Networking Development

Development Policy Making

Implementing Policy and Planning Development

Development Issues

Decentralization and Intergovernmental Relations

Management Reforms and Capacity Building

Participation and Empowerment

Rural Development and Microfinance

Health and Population Management

Education and Advocacy

Environmental Protection

Managing Development: Future Directions

Bibliography

Index

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