In good times and bad, in the different situations of renewal, crisis, and chronic resource constraints, the strategic leadership of public services is crucial. Good leaders are essential in helping the public sector to adapt and solve `wicked' problems, and they are also integral to the reform and modernization of public governance.


This new edition of Strategic Leadership in the Public Sector continues to provide insights into useful approaches and techniques for strategic leaders, looking at:








what is expected of leaders







competency frameworks







leadership theories







techniques and processes of strategic leadership







leading strategic change







the strategic state







emerging leadership challenges.





Replete with real-world case studies and examples, and including new material from the USA, Canada, Australia, Europe and India, plus an appendix with practi