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Effective management is vital for any organization. For public health, the spotlight shines brighter than ever in the post-9/11 world with flaws in the delivery of services held to the sharpest possible scrutiny. Public health departments must operate with the efficiency and effectiveness of a well-oiled machine, on a level of competence equal to the best companies and service providers in the United States. In this comprehensive yet concise new reference text, top public health leaders provide both students in the field and practitioners a practical, non-theoretical approach useful for the hands-on management of these complex organizations and their daily operations. With accessible writing and many real-life applications, this essential new volume serves departments at all levels – federal, state, county, and city.
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