Efficiency scores are determined for Canadian universities using both data envelopment analysis and stochastic frontier methods for selected specifications. The outcomes are compared. There is considerable divergence in the efficiency scores and their rankings among methods and specifications....

This chapter outlines an approach to evaluating decentralization initiatives. The basic methodology for evaluating individual decentralization projects is outlined with an elaboration of the components of decentralization and steps to be taken in the evaluation. The method for extending the...