Examines the complex relationship between management, development and globalization from a multidimensional perspective. This work explores the historical record, the global, regional and national characteristics of developmental and managerial dilemmas, and possible scenarios.

"Managing Development in a Global Context" examines the complex relationship between management, development and globalization from a multidimensional perspective. Key authors in the field explore the historical record, the current global, regional and national characteristics of present developmental and managerial dilemmas, and possible future scenarios. Adopting a refreshing critical perspective, this book bridges the gap between theoretical literature and practices needed to understand the process of development management challenges facing the South.

Managing Development in a Global Context: An Introduction -
PART ONE: THEORETICAL AND HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVES - History
of Development and Development as History - Globalization and Trans-nationalization of the State - Poverty and Sustainable Livelihoods - Marginalization and Exclusion - Trade, Labour and Human Rights in a Global Context - PART TWO: CONTEMPORARY PARADIGMS - The Transition From Development Administration to New Public Management: An Interpretative Exploration
- PART THREE: ISSUES AND CHALLENGES - Global Challenges and
Managerial Culture - Challenges for the Administrative Culture in a Globalized World - Democracy, Governability and Governance - Ethics of Development: Governance and Management in a Global Era - PART FOUR: THE WAY AHEAD - Some Reflections
on the Wellbeing of Nations