Core Required Courses for MPA: Public Finance (Upper and Lower Books)

Author: Xie Qiuzhao and Hou Jingjing
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Publication Date: 2006-01-01
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MPA (Master of Public Administration, Public Management Master) is a high-level, applied-type specialized talent program aimed at government departments and non-governmental public institutions, including political groups, public institutions, social intermediaries, and other public sectors. MPA education originated in the United States. In some developed countries in Europe and North America, MPA has over half a century of history in terms of running programs. Currently, there are over 220 universities and colleges in the U.S. offering MPA courses, with more than 30,000 students enrolled. Graduates of MPA mainly work in local, state, and federal government agencies, non-profit public organizations (various social intermediaries, foundations, associations, etc.), think tanks or consulting companies, and some also work in human resources or administrative departments in enterprises. In the U.S. federal government, 10% to 20% of employees and 50% to 60% of workers in the field of public policy hold MPA degrees or related qualifications. MPA signifies extraordinary ability, courage, and integrity, representing wealth, status, power, and honor. It also predicts hope, success, and glory. The miracles created by MPA are due to the scientific, standardized, flexible, and practical nature of its education. MPA education has incomparable features and advantages compared to traditional education. In many aspects such as educational philosophy, theories, teaching content, and methods, it demonstrates remarkable characteristics. These features are not only implemented throughout the entire process of MPA education but also reflected in high-quality textbooks. Therefore, studying and reading authoritative MPA textbooks is a shortcut to understanding and mastering the essence and key principles of MPA. Especially when MPA education in China still cannot fully meet the demands of a broad range of learners, this method of acquiring knowledge becomes even more necessary and practical. Public Finance is divided into two volumes, systematically introducing the core compulsory courses for MPA in Europe and America, accurately explaining the essential principles of public management that MPA students must firmly grasp. The book is based on the most authoritative and widely accepted knowledge in Europe and America and includes the most common and applicable methods.