This book brings budgetary theory and practice together. It exposes students to basic budget and finance concepts, public revenue, financial management, risk assessment, and cost benefit analysis, helping them gain the solid foundation needed to work in a budget office. This second edition features enhanced data and optional in-class assignments.
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