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The Modern Public Administration Graduate Curriculum

The Modern Public Administration Graduate Curriculum

What is the modern public administration graduate curriculum? Asked another way: How are MPA programs constructed and should this evolve for the 2024 current/aspiring public administrator?…

Charting a Visionary Course: Analyzing India’s Interim Budget— ‘Amrit Kaal as Kartavya Kaal

Charting a Visionary Course: Analyzing India’s Interim Budget— ‘Amrit Kaal as Kartavya Kaal

As India embarks on this transformative journey, the Interim Budget 2024 not only outlines the fiscal roadmap for the year but also serves as a beacon illuminating the path towards…

The Case for Curiosity

The Case for Curiosity

While certainty and stability may seem enticing, the proven benefits available through cultivating curiosity can help us overcome our fear of change.…

Democracy….to the Manner Born

Democracy….to the Manner Born

Democracy is always a revolution in the means of equality. If we are not careful, pretense will make our democracy a tourist site. We must reintroduce truth to the system…

Upskilling and Reskilling Employees

Upskilling and Reskilling Employees

Soft skills are necessary in an organization. AI has yet to master the soft skills developed through millennia of human development and interaction.…

Public Sector Communication in an Evolving Society

Public Sector Communication in an Evolving Society

Public administration professionals and institutions have a key role to play in developing robust channels for one-way and two-way communication with various stakeholders.…

Systemic Perspective, Leverage Points and Artificial Intelligence—Part II

Systemic Perspective, Leverage Points and Artificial Intelligence—Part II

AI is not merely a tool for insights; it is a transformative force in public policy management. It addresses the complexities of social systems, leading to more informed and effective…

How Did I Get Here?

How Did I Get Here?

A line repeated in the song is, “How did I get here?” I chuckled under my breath as I tried to answer the question that many friends and colleagues seemingly ask…

Seeking Public Opinion Ahead of the 2024 Election

Seeking Public Opinion Ahead of the 2024 Election

As we look ahead to the 2024 presidential election, being able to show how the public feels about issues and candidates will allow the Wilder School Commonwealth Poll—along with the…

The Governing Advantage of Professionally Managed Municipalities

The Governing Advantage of Professionally Managed Municipalities

Good government means having a foundational structure that allows government to meet the diverse needs of the people it serves. When done well, professional management can provide a foundation for…

AI and Technology: Is Government Ready?

AI and Technology: Is Government Ready?

If there is one piece of advice to be given to public administrators across the country it is: remember you are a professional and expert in your field. When appropriate,…