Multiple Account Benefit-Cost Analysis: A Practical Guide for the Systematic Evaluation of Project and Policy Alternatives

‘Shaffer has written a book that will be very useful to those activists who do not happen to be economists. He explains the concepts involved and lays them out clearly with examples. People who read this book will be armed with the knowledge they need to ask tough questions in response to reports on the merits of government schemes.’ Keith Reynolds, The CCPA Monitor: February 2011

'Marvin Shaffer has a gift for describing complex situations succinctly, as well as extensive personal experience in the practicalities of benefit-cost analysis. This primer is strong, organized, and well written.' Joseph P. Schwieterman, School of Public Service, DePaul University

'Multiple Account Benefit-Cost Analysis is very useful and "how-to" thanks to its excellent examples and easily scannable tables and lists. Marvin Shaffer does not pontificate, but instead skillfully weaves discussions of politics throughout the text.' Bill Johnston, Graduate School of Management, Hamline University, and practitioner

'As multiple account analysis continues to gain traction in assessments of costs and benefits, students will profit from knowing about this technique and how to conduct it. Multiple Account Benefit-Cost Analysis communicates Marvin Shaffer's solid grasp of technical information in a readable, straightforward style.' Carl Hosticka, Department of Planning, Public Policy, and Management, University of Oregon