Comparing and Contrasting two Ideal Types of Public Management (original) (raw)

The paper compares and contrasts Weber's Bureaucracy and Post-Bureaucracy as ideal types of public management, particularly in the context of South African public sector reform. It explores the conceptual frameworks of each ideal type, their historical origins, defining principles, and practical implementations during and after apartheid. The analysis highlights the inefficiencies inherent in bureaucratic structures and the shift toward democratic ideals in post-bureaucratic management, emphasizing how these frameworks impact public service performance and accountability.