Decision-Making on Mega-Projects: Costâ "benefit Analysis, Planning and Innovation (Transport Economics, Management and Policy series)

ISBN 10: 1845427378 / ISBN 13: 9781845427375

Published by Edward Elgar Publishing, 2008

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Synopsis:

This book enlarges the understanding of decision-making on mega-projects and suggest recommendations for a more effective, efficient and democratic approach. Authors from different scientific disciplines address various aspects of the decision-making process, such as management characteristics and cost-benefit analysis, planning and innovation and competition and institutions. The subject matter is highly diverse, but certain questions remain at the forefront. For example, how do we deal with protracted preparation processes, how do we tackle risks and uncertainties, and how can we best divide the risks and responsibilities among the private and public players throughout the different phases of the project?

Presenting a state-of-the-art overview, based on experiences and visions of authors from Europe and North America, this unique book will be of interest to practitioners of large-scale project management, politicians, public officials and private organisations involved in mega-project decision-making. It will also appeal to researchers, consultants and students dealing with substantial engineering projects, complex systems, project management and transport infrastructure.

About the Author: Edited by Hugo Priemus, Professor Emeritus of System Innovation and Spatial Development, Delft University of Technology, The Netherlands, Bent Flyvbjerg, BT Professor and Chair of Major Programme Management, Said Business School, University of Oxford, UK and Bert van Wee, Professor of Transport Policy, Delft University of Technology, the Netherlands

Bibliographic Details

Title: Decision-Making on Mega-Projects: Costâ "...
Publisher: Edward Elgar Publishing
Publication Date: 2008
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Good
Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket