Public Sector Reform and Modern Trends for Public Management

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Vassilis Kefis, Ioannis Rossidis, Dimitrios Belias

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Information Science Reference
05 March 2026

Public administration; Jurisprudence & general issues; Laws of Specific jurisdictions

The increasing complexity of modern societies has placed unprecedented demands on public administration. Today's governments must implement adaptive, result-oriented management systems capable of evolving alongside changing social needs and policy goals. Modern public administrations are increasingly defined by their ability to integrate continuous improvements in structure, organization, and performance, while delivering better outcomes with fewer resources. As expectations for faster, higher-quality public services continue to rise, the application of effective public management practices is no longer optional, but essential. Public Sector Reform and Modern Trends for Public Management provides readers with a comprehensive understanding of the multifaceted aspects that define the demands that modern public organizations must respond to. Centered around public management and contemporary applications, this book accepts that the current mode of operation of public administration needs to change, emphasizing the importance of values such as effectiveness, efficiency, and economy. It presents the modern perspective of public management, highlighting its significant role in the final administrative result and the multifaceted socio-economic effects of public organizations. Covering topics such as New Public Management (NPM), E-government, and judicial reform, this book is an excellent resource for graduate and doctoral students, policymakers, public health officials, researchers, academicians, and more.

Edited by: Vassilis Kefis, Ioannis Rossidis, Dimitrios Belias
Imprint: Information Science Reference
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 254mm, Width: 178mm,
ISBN: 9798337335278
Pages: 496
Publication Date: 05 March 2026
Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Primary , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Dr. Vassilis Kefis was born in Athens. He is Professor of Business Organization and Public Management at Public Administration Department and the Dean of School of Economy and Public Administration, Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences. He teaches courses on Public Management, Human Resource Management, Strategic Business Development, Management of Natural Resources and Energy, Total Quality Management and Business Administration. Regarding the postgraduate level, is involved in teaching courses related to TQM, Business Planning and Research Methods. Moreover, he serves as a member of staff of the Graduate Studies Program “Management Science and Public Management”. He has also strong presence in academic institutions such as the University of Aegean, the Technological Educational Institute of Piraeus and the Technological Educational Institute of Athens where he has served as a visit lecturer. Furthermore, he is supervising five doctoral theses and is a member of plenty of academic committees and Electoral Boards. He is the author of five books on the subject of Business Administration and the editor of four. A large number of articles have been published in recognized scientific journals both in Greece and abroad. He has participated in scientific conferences, within and outside Greece. Dr Ioannis F. Rossidis is a Lecturer in Hellenic Open University holding a Phd in Public Management from Panteion University. Dr. Rossidis over the last decade, has been teaching in undergraduate and post graduate programs in various Greek and Cypriot Universities. Dr. Rossidis has also worked as Financial Director in the Hellenic Quality Assurance& Accreditation Agency, as executive in Ministry of Finance, Piraeus Bank and ATE Bank and as manager in Leivatho Hotel (4star). Dr. Rossidis, has contributed to various conferences and has authored numerous published papers and books. His research interests are public management, public administration, administrative science, change management. Dimitrios Belias is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Business Administration at the University of Thessaly, Greece. He has published more than 150 papers in International and Greek refereed journals and has more than 80 conference presentations. His research expertise is in the area of human resource management, organizational behaviour and tourism management.