A Guide to the World Bank - Hardcover

World Bank

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0821358308 ISBN 13: 9780821358306

Publisher: World Bank, 2004

Synopsis

An accessible introduction to the World Bank, this book provides an overview of the Bank's history, organization, mission, and purpose. An introduction to the wealth of information resources produced by the Bank, the Guide will help readers understand and navigate the types of documents, statistics, and reports that are available (on the World Bank website and in print publications) and how best to find the information they are looking for.

About this title

About the Author:

Founded in 1944, the World Bank Group is one of the world's largest sources of development assistance. The Bank is now working in more than 100 developing economies, bringing a mix of finance and ideas to improve living standards and eliminate the worst forms of poverty. For each of its clients, the
Bank works with government agencies, nongovernmental organizations, and the private sector to formulate assistance strategies. Its country offices worldwide deliver the Bank's program in countries, liaise with government and civil society, and work to increase understanding of development issues.

About this edition

• Publisher: World Bank
• Publication date: 2004
• ISBN 10: 0821358308
• ISBN 13: 9780821358306
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 247