This paper explores the definition of New Public Management (NPM), introduces its application in developing countries, and uses specific examples pertaining to health sector reform to demonstrate the effectiveness of NPM.
The essay first introduces different concepts of NPM from different scholars, then discusses the implementations of NPM in developing countries, using as case-studies the health sector reforms of Ghana, Zambia and China. Furthermore, the essay shows the influence of NPM and illustrates the improvements of health services in the aforementioned countries. Finally, this report concludes the findings, showcasing NPM as a useful paradigm to reform health sector in developing countries.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- Literature Review of New Public Management
- The NPM in Developing Countries
- The Background and History of New Public Management
- The Implication of NPM in Developing Countries
- Health sector reform in developing countries
- Health Sector Reform
- Health Sector Reform in Africa and China
- Conclusion
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This essay explores the definition of New Public Management (NPM), its application in developing countries, and demonstrates its effectiveness through specific examples pertaining to health sector reform. It examines different concepts of NPM, discusses its implementation in Ghana, Zambia, and China, and illustrates the influences of NPM and improvements in health services in these countries.
- The definition and characteristics of New Public Management
- The implementation of NPM in developing countries, particularly in the health sector
- The impact of NPM on health sector reform in developing countries
- The challenges and opportunities of implementing NPM in developing countries
- The effectiveness of NPM as a paradigm for health sector reform in developing countries
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- Introduction: This chapter provides an overview of traditional public management and its limitations. It introduces the concept of New Public Management (NPM) as a response to the challenges faced by traditional public administration in the 1980s. The chapter outlines the essay's purpose and structure, highlighting the focus on NPM in developing countries and its application to health sector reform.
- Literature Review of New Public Management: This chapter delves into the concept of NPM, exploring different scholarly perspectives. It examines the key features of NPM, including accountability, privatization, performance measurement, marketization, and managerialism. The chapter also discusses the evolution of NPM and its impact on public administration.
- The NPM in Developing Countries: This chapter examines the background and history of NPM in developing countries. It discusses the factors that led to the adoption of NPM in these contexts, including the challenges of traditional public administration and the influence of globalization. The chapter also explores the implications of NPM for developing countries, highlighting its potential to address management problems and enhance national competitiveness.
- Health sector reform in developing countries: This chapter focuses on the application of NPM in health sector reform in developing countries. It explores the specific challenges faced by health sectors in developing countries and how NPM can be used to address these challenges. The chapter also examines case studies of health sector reform in Africa and China, highlighting the successes and challenges of implementing NPM in these contexts.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The main keywords and focus topics of this text include New Public Management (NPM), developing countries, health sector reform, accountability, privatization, performance measurement, marketization, managerialism, globalization, and public administration.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Public Management (NPM)?
NPM is a management philosophy used by governments since the 1980s that emphasizes accountability, privatization, performance measurement, and market-oriented techniques to improve public services.
How is NPM applied in developing countries?
Developing countries adopt NPM to address management inefficiencies and enhance national competitiveness, often focusing on decentralization and private sector involvement in sectors like health.
Which countries are used as case studies for health sector reform?
The essay examines health sector reforms in Ghana, Zambia, and China to illustrate the practical implementation and effectiveness of NPM principles.
What are the key features of NPM?
Key features include managerialism (giving managers more freedom), marketization (competition), performance indicators, and a focus on output rather than input.
Does NPM actually improve health services in developing nations?
The report concludes that NPM can be a useful paradigm for reform, showing improvements in service delivery in the studied countries, though challenges in implementation remain.
- Quote paper
- Ali Nadeem (Author), 2016, New Public Management in Developing Countries. The Case of Health Sector Reform, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/340276
