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Theses/dissertations from 2017 2017.

Employee Engagement and Marginalized Populations , Brenna Miaira Kutch

Theses/Dissertations from 2015 2015

Impact of a State Evidence-Based Practice Legislative Mandate on County Practice Implementation Patterns and Inpatient Behavioral Health Discharge , Carl William Foreman

Theses/Dissertations from 2014 2014

A Case Study of Collaborative Governance: Oregon Health Reform and Coordinated Care Organizations , Oliver John Droppers V

Higher Education Reform in Oregon, 2011-2014: A Policy and Legislative History , Sean Pollack

Theses/Dissertations from 2013 2013

The Institutional Context that Supports Team-Based Care for Older Adults , Anna Foucek Tresidder

Theses/Dissertations from 2011 2011

Attaining a Sustainable Future for Public Higher Education: The Role of Institutional Effectiveness and Resource Dependence , Mirela Blekic

Governance in the United States Columbia River Basin: An Historical Analysis , Eric Thomas Mogren

Theses/Dissertations from 2010 2010

Use of Media Technologies by Native American Teens and Young Adults: Evaluating their Utility for Designing Culturally-Appropriate Sexual Health Interventions Targeting Native Youth in the Pacific Northwest , Stephanie Nicole Craig Rushing

Theses/Dissertations from 2009 2009

Oregon Physicians' Perception of the Drug Enforcement Administration's Use of Enforcement Discretion Related to the Use of Opioids in the Treatment of Chronic Pain , Robert Dale Harrison

City Management Theory and Practice: A Foundation for Educating the Next Generation of Local Government Administrators , Scott Douglas Lazenby

Theses/Dissertations from 2008 2008

The Institutionalization of Diversity and Gender Equity Norms and Values in Higher Education Settings , Rowanna Lynn Carpenter

Organizational Complexity in American Local Governance: Deploying an Organizational Perspective in Concept and Analytic Framework Development , Charles David Crumpton

Multi-Level Environmental Governance : a Comparative Case Study of Five Large Scale Natural Resource Management Programs , Shpresa Halimi

Police Organizations : an Empricial Examination of American Sheriff's Offices and Municipal Police Agencies , Matthew Adam Jones

Measuring Community-Engaged Departments: A Study to Develop an Effective Self-Assessment Rubric for the Institutionalization of Community Engagement in Academic Departments , Kevin Kecskes

Creating a Theoretical Framework for Understanding Homeland security using Multiple Frame Analysis , Linda Ann Kiltz

Emerging Governance at the Edge of Constrained Federalism : Public Administrators at the Frontier of Democracy , Gary Lloyd Larsen

George Lakoff"s Theory of Worldview : a Case Study of the Oregon Legislature , Catherine Law

Who Benefits? : a Multilevel Analysis of the Impact of Oregon's Volunteer Mentor Program for Postsecondary Access on Scholarship Applicants , Alisha Ann Lund-Chaix

Organizational Change in Corrections Organizations : the Effect of Probation and Parole Officer Culture on Change in Community Corrections , Shea Brackin Marshman

Lost in Translation : Ideas of Population Health Determinants in the American Policy Arena , Maria Gilson Sistrom

Representation without Taxation : China's Rural Development Initiatives For a New Millenium , Minzi Su

How Organizational Arrangements Affect High Reliability in Public Research Universities: Perceptions of environmental Health and Safety Directors , Rita Finn Sumner

The Washington State Patrol, Accountability-Driven Leadership, and the Organizational Factors that Propelled their Success: An Organizational Analysis , Timothy Carl Winchell

Theses/Dissertations from 2007 2007

The Changing Paradigm of Emergency Management : Improving professional development for the Emergency Manager , Robert Edward Grist

Global Civil Society Finding Collective Voice in Diversity , Kristen Marie Magis

Information Technology Training in the Public Sector : Essential Planning Elements , Betty Jean Reynolds

From Prison to the Community : the Role of Citizen Participation in Female Prisoner Reentry , Dana Roderick Torrey

Network Analysis of a Shared Governance System , Debra Reifman Whitall

Theses/Dissertations from 2006 2006

Presidential Values : Implications for Foreign Policy , Jordan Katherine Durbin

The Interactions between Carbon Regulation and Renewable Energy policies in the United Kingdom , Hal Thomas Nelson

Theses/Dissertations from 2005 2005

Reorganizing the Oregon Department of Human Services : an Exploratory Case Study of Organizational Change , Charles Anthony Gallia

Theses/Dissertations from 2003 2003

Portrayals of Disability in the Professional Preparation of Speech-language Pathologists , Jane Eric Sleeper Gravel

Theses/Dissertations from 2002 2002

The Effects of Parent Care and Child Care Role Quality on Work outcomes among dual-earner couples in the sandwiched generation , Angela Rickard

Theses/Dissertations from 2000 2000

The Role and Performance of Governmental and Nongovernmental Organizations in Family Planning implementation : Jordan as a Case Study , Khalaf al Hadded

Theses/Dissertations from 1999 1999

The Value of Independence in Old Age , Paula C. Carder

American Indian Elderly and Long-Term Care : Interorganizational Barriers to the Use of Oregon's Home and Community-Based Medicaid Waiver , Jo Lynn Isgrigg

The Effects of Mentoring on Work-parenting Gains and Strains in a Sample of Employed Predominately Female AFDC Recipients , Charlene Rhyne

Theses/Dissertations from 1998 1998

Cost-Benefit Analysis of Physician Assistants , Roderick Stanton Hooker

Theses/Dissertations from 1997 1997

State Funding for Special Education in Oregon : Calculating Cost Differentials of special education for handicapped students in Oregon school districts , Kyung-Sup Kim

Theses/Dissertations from 1996 1996

Scenery as Policy: Public Involvement in Developing a Management Plan for the Scenic Resources of the Columbia River Gorge , Gordon Mathews Euler

Impact of the Medical Library Assistance Act of 1965 on Health Sciences Libraries in the Pacific Northwest: an Interorganizational Approach , Leonoor Swets Ingraham

Administrative Reform in China: Its Impact on Economic Development After Mao , Meiru Liu

Theses/Dissertations from 1994 1994

Oregon Primary Care Physicians' Support for Health Care Reform , Timothy Alan Baker

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PhD in Public Administration & Policy

In the historic tradition of the AU scholar-teacher model, the PhD in Public Administration and Policy at the School of Public Affairs, a full-time degree, prepares students for careers in research and teaching in the fields of public administration and public policy.

For detailed program curriculum information, review the Program Handbook .

Publishing Cutting-Edge Research

Our philosophy is that doctoral education should be about much more than coursework. Our program provides a rigorous and comprehensive introduction to the research enterprise. Our mission is to build the next generation of leading scholars, to advance theory, develop knowledge, and craft solutions to today's most pressing problems in public administration and public policy.

From the first day of orientation to the final dissertation defense, each student works one-on-one with a faculty mentor to develop and apply the skills needed for a career in academia. We encourage students to produce research that is methodologically sound and socially relevant, and that makes important contributions to knowledge and theory. By the time they graduate, virtually all of our students have presented their research at key conferences and published their work in peer-reviewed academic journals.

See our list of recent PhD Student publications and conference presentations . Review faculty profiles and explore mentorship opportunities. Read about recent research conducted by SPA faculty.

Research Seminars

In addition to formal coursework students take four semesters of PUAD-089, in a series of research seminars by external scholars, departmental faculty, and PhD students on a variety of topics in public administration and public policy. These weekly seminars expose students to innovative research and provide a chance to interact with nationally-recognized scholars.

Review the current Departmental Research Seminars schedule.

Meet Our Doctoral Students

With expertise spanning public management, global health governance, regulatory policy and more, our PhD candidates bring the knowledge and action necessary to make great impact in the fields of public administration and public policy. Each of them pushes the boundaries of scholarship, educating the next generation of public affairs leaders and researching the significant issues of the day.

Review our current doctoral students' profiles , and learn more about our doctoral students on the market .

Placements and Achievements

We place graduating students into the top programs in public administration and public policy. Students receive professional mentoring on the job search, the application process, conference participation, interviews, and job talks.

Review the placements of our recent graduates .

Frequently Asked Questions

Review answers to Frequently Asked Questions about the SPA PhD Program in Public Administration and Policy.

For more information, please contact the SPA Graduate Admissions Office at 202-885-6230 or [email protected] .

The PhD degree in Public Administration and Policy requires 54 credit hours of approved graduate work for students entering the program with a bachelor's degree alone, or 36 credit hours if entering with a related master's degree.

Students will be admitted into one of two tracks: public administration or public policy. A minimum grade point average of 3.20 in all coursework is required to remain in good standing and to earn the degree. Full-time status is considered to be nine credit hours per semester. Students are expected to complete the degree within four years for those entering with a master's degree and within five years for those entering with a bachelor's degree alone.

Students advance to PhD candidacy by successfully completing all required courses, passing the oral qualifier and two written comprehensive exams (one in each of their fields of study), and defending their dissertation proposals. To earn the degree, students must pass a final oral defense of the dissertation.

See more information about course requirements.

Applicants are considered and students admitted for the fall semester only. Please refer to the  application deadlines  page for the deadline to apply. . The personal statement on reasons for pursuing graduate study in the program is essential, along with the other required application materials .

We accept PhD applicants for full-time study only. Students must be funded either by the School of Public Affairs or by an external sponsoring organization (self-funding is not permitted for newly-admitted doctoral students).

Upon acceptance into the program, students selected for AU funding are granted a fellowship with full funding for four years of study if they are entering with a master's degree. Students entering with a bachelor's degree alone are granted a fellowship with full funding for five years of study. Fellowship is contingent on maintaining satisfactory progress each year. Unless applicants expect to be funded through a reliable external source, they must request consideration for funding on their application.

The fellowship with full funding includes tuition benefits as well as an annual stipend. Please, contact the SPA Graduate Admissions Office with questions about the annual stipend during a particular year of admission. As a requirement for the fellowship, students work 20 hours a week with a faculty member.

Students must advance to candidacy by the end of their third year of study (fourth year for those entering with only a bachelor's degree) to continue receiving funding. If they have not achieved candidacy by then, they are required to find external funding or self-fund the remaining part of their program.

For more information, please contact the SPA Graduate Admissions Office at 202-885-6230 or  [email protected] .

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90 percent of SPA graduates are employed or in graduate school, or both within six months of graduation

Offered by the Department of Public Administration and Policy   , School of Public Affairs   , the mission of the PhD program is to educate scholars who produce original research that is methodologically sound, socially relevant, and makes important contributions to knowledge and theory.

Admission to the Program

Applicants are considered and admitted for the fall semester only. January 8 is the deadline for application for admission. All applicants must submit scores for the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). The normal minimum for consideration is a grade point average of 3.20 (on a 4.00 scale) in all previous academic work. Applicants are admitted for full-time study only.

Degree Requirements

• 36 credit hours of approved graduate coursework, exclusive of PUAD-898 Doctoral Continuing Enrollment (1-9)   / PUAD-899 Doctoral Dissertation (9)    
• Minimum 3.20 GPA in all coursework required to remain in good standing and to earn the degree
• Major Fields: Public Administration; Public Policy
• Advancement to the second year of study is contingent upon successful completion of a two-part oral qualifying examination at the end of the second semester of study
• Advancement to candidacy is accomplished by successfully passing a written comprehensive examination in student’s primary field of study
• The PhD is fundamentally a research degree. Understanding scientific inquiry and correctly using research techniques require extensive preparation. All students in the program take required courses designed to help doctoral students comprehend the nature of science and master tools of research (see Course Requirements, below)
• Each student prepares a research proposal for the dissertation project. It is the responsibility of the student to secure the agreement of a School of Public Affairs full-time tenured or tenure-track faculty member to serve as the chair of the dissertation committee. One of the two other members of the committee may be from outside the School of Public Affairs. Each student must publicly defend the research proposal before the dissertation committee and other interested faculty
• The committee and the SPA director of doctoral programs (acting for the dean) must approve the defense and the research proposal. The topic covered by the proposal must be related to ongoing research or publications of the supervising faculty
• As work on the dissertation project progresses, students register for directed study. Substantive coursework may be used as part of this requirement where it contributes directly to the research specialization and is specifically recommended by the dissertation chair
• Upon completion of the research and the written dissertation, the candidate submits the manuscript to the dissertation committee for review. If the committee members approve the manuscript, the candidate must complete an oral defense of the dissertation and the general field in which it lies before the committee and other interested faculty. The committee determines conclusively at this point whether the dissertation and examination are acceptable
• The dissertation must consist of high quality original research directly relevant to the student’s doctoral program. A dissertation proposal may be rejected if the topic does not address a major research issue in political science or public administration, the research design is inadequate, the methodology is inappropriate, or because no full-time tenured or tenure-track faculty member in the School of Public Affairs is academically competent or available to supervise the project. If the candidate fails to maintain satisfactory progress toward completion of the dissertation, candidacy may be terminated

Course Requirements

Major field (18 credit hours).

Complete one of the following major fields, including additional coursework in the minor field:

Public Administration

Required (12 credit hours).

• PUAD-710 Proseminar in Public Administration (3)
• PUAD-714 Seminar in Organization Theory (3)
• PUAD-718 Seminar in Public Management (3)
• PUAD-732 Seminar in Policy Implementation (3)

Public Policy (6 credit hours)

• PUAD-730 Proseminar in Public Policy (3)
• PUAD-770 Economics for Policy Analysis (3)

Public Policy

• PUAD-771 Public Finance and Human Capital (3)

Public Administration (6 credit hours)

Additional seminar.

Complete 3 credit hours from the following: 

Research Design and Methodology (12 credit hours)

• SPA-612 Conduct of Inquiry I (3)
• SPA-613 Conduct of Inquiry II (3)

Additional Methodology

Complete 6 credit hours from the following, or other research methodology courses approved by program coordinator:

• SPA-614 Conduct of Inquiry III (3)
• SPA-615 Conduct of Inquiry IV (3)

Electives (6 credit hours)

• 6 credit hours chosen in consultation with the department

Dissertation

• PUAD-898 Doctoral Continuing Enrollment (1-9)
• PUAD-899 Doctoral Dissertation (9)

Public Administration (PhD)

Program description.

Learn how to produce the insights you'll need to create, evaluate, and shape equitable programs and policies in this interdisciplinary program.

Interdisciplinary. Flexible. Powerful.

Through theoretical and methodological training, NYU Wagner's doctoral students learn how to produce insights required for effective and equitable public and nonprofit programs and policies. Our program is interdisciplinary, just like our faculty, so students can draw on economics, political science, sociology, psychology, organization studies, and other fields. What's more, it is flexible, allowing students to design a plan of study that takes advantage of the many courses offered at NYU Wagner and NYU's other graduate schools.

We encourage students to study the questions that drive them, while providing the guidance necessary to have the greatest impact. And, we emphasize research and teaching experience. Students have many opportunities to participate in research projects with individual faculty or through our affiliated research centers, as well as opportunities to lead classes as teaching colleagues and instructors.

Students interested in conducting research in these areas are encouraged to apply:

• Education policy
• Health policy
• International development
• Public finance and financial management
• Public policy
• Urban policy

The program prepares graduates for careers at academic institutions, in think tanks, research firms, and research units of public, quasi-public, and private organizations, as well as for other positions with substantial responsibilities for the supervision and administration of research.

Admission to the PhD program requires the following:

• Online Application
• Personal Statement
• Writing Sample
• Curriculum Vitae
• Letters of Recommendation
• Transcripts
• Standardized Test Scores
• Application Fee
• Supporting Documentation (optional)

See PhD Application Checklist for admission requirements and instructions specific to this program.

Program Requirements

Preliminary qualifying examination (pqe), fields of study, comprehensive examinations, third year paper, dissertation.

Seventy-two (72) credits are required for the doctoral degree with a GPA of 3.3/B+ or better average. At a minimum, 32 credits of coursework must be completed at NYU Wagner and/or other graduate divisions of NYU. Of these 32 credits, at least 16 must be other than the Core or introductory level courses. In most cases, students may transfer up to a maximum of 40 credits of relevant coursework from their Master's program. Note that the courses to be applied to the PhD must be approved by the Doctoral Program Director.

Additional Program Requirements

The PQE is an essay exam constructed to assess the student's capability to design a research proposal based on a research problem scenario presented to them. It also tests the capacity for clear and logical expository writing. The PQE does not examine specific substantive knowledge from any given course; instead, it relies on the student's general knowledge and the appreciation of the logic of applied social science research.

The PQE is scheduled in the spring semester and must be taken during the first year of matriculation.

Students choose two fields of study and must pass a Comprehensive Exam for each field at the end of the second year of study.

• A core doctoral field ( Management or Public Policy )
• Choose another core field
• Choose one of the existing specialty fields: Education Policy , Health Policy , International Development , Public Finance and Financial Management , or Urban Policy
• Develop a customized field (subject to approval by the Wagner School Doctoral Board)

Fields of study are defined by a coherent body of knowledge: concepts and theories, research, and professional literature. A field is more than just a cluster of courses. However, coursework does contribute to identifying theoretical and substantive bases of a field. Further, fields are not mutually exclusive. In fact, they tend to overlap, even though each field represents a distinctive set of intellectual concerns expressed in theories, topics, approaches and research emphases.

The customized field option is available under special circumstances and upon consultation with the student's advisor.

Comprehensive Examinations are the second and final set of exam requirements for the PhD degree. In these examinations, students are expected to demonstrate their capacity to analyze and assess critically the major concepts, theories, and research in each of their chosen fields and their ability to present these perspectives in a well-documented, cogent, clear and logical manner.

• Both comprehensive exams must be taken in the 2nd year of study.
• The comprehensive exams may not be waived.
• Students who do not pass on their first try must retake the failed exam before the beginning of the third year of study.
• Except under unusual circumstances, students who fail any of the fields twice will be terminated from the doctoral program.

In the third year, students are required to demonstrate the knowledge and proficiency gained from their theoretical framework and research methodology modules (and other coursework) by completing a research paper under the guidance of two faculty members.

A dissertation is the result of a scholarly investigation on a topic or problem conducted independently by the candidate under the general guidance of a faculty committee and chaired by a primary advisor. The committee plays a key role in guiding the candidate's proposal, research, and writing. To facilitate the advisory process, the candidate selects his/her faculty committee on the basis of common intellectual interest on the dissertation topic. Two additional external readers are added later in the process, in consultation with the Doctoral Program Director, to participate in the defense. Ultimately, what constitutes a dissertation is the result of an agreement between the student, the chair, and the committee members.

Sample Plan of Study

Learning outcomes.

In the first year of study, students:

• Detailed Objectives: Research context, conceptual framework/causal model, statement of hypothesis, study design, sampling strategy/method of assignment, quality of measures, data source/data collection, analysis plan, and limitations.
• Skill Levels: Begin with foundational understanding, progressing to advanced application in subsequent years.
• Integration of Theory and Practice: Emphasize applying theoretical knowledge in practical research settings.
• Critical Analysis: Strengthen analytical writing skills, especially in evaluating methodologies and literature.
• Communication Skills: Develop written and oral communication, including presenting research findings.

In subsequent years:

• Applied Theory: Deepen the application of theoretical knowledge to complex research scenarios.
• Methodology: Advance methodological skills, including innovative research techniques and interdisciplinary approaches.
• Relevant Literature: Enhance critical evaluation of literature, focusing on its application to research.
• Independent Research Pursuit: Foster adaptability and innovation in independent research.
• Oral and Written Communication: Continuously improve communication skills, emphasizing clarity and impact.
• Real-World Impact: Prepare students to apply research competencies to address real-world public service challenges.

NYU Policies

Standard policies statement.

University-wide policies can be found on the New York University Policy pages .

Additional academic policies can be found on the  Wagner academic policy pag e . 

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Theses/projects/dissertations from 2020 2020.

A NEED FOR RICHER PUBLIC SERVICE MOTIVATION , Adam Dallas Levitus

PERCEPTIONS OF THE EFFECTIVENESS OF ASYNCHRONOUS ONLINE DISCUSSIONS AS A SUPPLEMENT TO FACE TO FACE INTERACTIONS: A META REVIEW , Rachel Lisa Worrell

Theses/Projects/Dissertations from 2019 2019

Higher Education Financial Health - A Case Study of the California State University (CSU) , Amber Blakeslee

Theses/Projects/Dissertations from 2018 2018

The 'Lean In' Theory, Validated by Three Supreme Court Justices , Celene Valenzuela

Theses/Projects/Dissertations from 2017 2017

E-GOVERNMENT AND CIVIC ENGAGEMENT IN SAN DIEGO COUNTY , Marcos A. Ybarra

Theses/Projects/Dissertations from 2016 2016

The Cost of Earmarks , Nicholis John Zappia

Theses/Dissertations from 2005 2005

The council-manager plan, or, Managing for results?: Profiles and management styles of eight city managers in San Bernardino County , Leatricia Michelle Cash

Achieving effective asset management for water and wastewater utilities: A comparison of policy options for a special district and a medium city , Cari K Dale

An analysis of nitrate contaminated water in Cherry Valley , Adriana Hernandez-Romo

Theses/Dissertations from 2000 2000

A comparative analysis of the California Regional Center: Fair hearing process for individuals with developmental disabilities , Deborah Kay Crudup

The development of California State College in Coachella Valley , Abby Mozoras

Theses/Dissertations from 1998 1998

Crafton Hills College computer hardware/software tracking system , Catherine Pace-Pequeño

Theses/Dissertations from 1997 1997

Municipal layoffs in Southern California: Should seniority outweigh productivity? , Timothy Paul Ousley

Creating a government that works better and costs less: A historical analysis of Civil Service reform , James William Thomas

An analysis of the California State Department of Parks and Recreation's "Quality Management Program" , Celena Turney

The effects of education on the birth rates of "workfare" program participants: Implications for future welfare reform , Bryan Anderson Wing

Theses/Dissertations from 1996 1996

Auditing troubled employees in the public sector , Lila Mehdiyar

The management and regulation of the beneficial use of sewage sludge as an agricultural soil amendment in Riverside County , William Ernst Prinz

Theses/Dissertations from 1995 1995

Implementing total quality management in the public sector , Cynthia J. Lewis

Federal public policy and bilingual education , Dorothy Lewis

Regional planning in Germany , James Walter Morrissey

The Agua Mansa enterprise zone: An empirical analysis , Paul E. Ogu

Theses/Dissertations from 1994 1994

Participative management style in a state transportation agency regional office , Linda Renee Grimes

Intergovernmental fiscal policy in California: The 1993 property tax shift , Lynndee Ann Kemmet

California conservatorships: An examination into ethics, standards, and judical monitoring , Lucille Castillo Lyon

Long range planning at the University of California Riverside: A case study , Janice Jo Martin

Assessment administration for county service areas , Shawn Dwayne Nelson

Alternative dispute resolution and public policy conflict: Preemptive dispute resolution negotiated rulemaking , Allen G. Norman

Strengthening the power of the mayor's office: An examination of the city of Riverside , Michael William Radford

A study of the affirmative action employee selection process in California community colleges , Mary Elizabeth Sampson

Intergovernmental cooperation and coordination at the local government level: The case of economic development in Riverside County , Alozie Donatus Udeh

Theses/Dissertations from 1993 1993

Determining the parks and recreation services of the Fontana community , Mitchell James Assumma

Leadership in local government computer service organizations within the state of California , Robert Benjamin Beavan

A study to determine what factors influence employee sick leave usage in the Riverside County Department of Mental Health Administration , Sally Aguilar Beavan

Wellness programs in police departments and how they effect workers' compensation claims , Herbert G. McKee Jr.

Proposition 111 and congestion management programs: A case of over-bureaucratization , Scott Richard Priester

The assessment of writing ability: A comparative cost effectiveness study of indirect and direct measures , Kristine Marie Smith

Theses/Dissertations from 1992 1992

Police culture, management and public image: Problems in implementing community oriented policing , Kenneth L. Becknell

Leadership in community oriented policing , John H. Boyd

Software pilferage in government agencies , Katherine Marie Foley

The use of privatization in the public sector: A focused study on the Inland Empire , John David Jamerson

Overcoming communications barriers in local government: Establishing networks through the public management forum , Anthony Michael Snoodgrass

Residential fire sprinklers requirement in single and multi-family homes: Survey of attitudes among the citizens of the city of Indio , David Arnold Yegge

Theses/Dissertations from 1991 1991

Analysis of the United States Trustee program , M. Shannon Goetsch

The effect of the 1964 Civil Rights Act on black Americans , Quentin Jamil Moses

A strategic analysis of budgeting for integrated logistical support of defense systems , Bruce Richard Suchomel

Theses/Dissertations from 1990 1990

Computer literacy in master of public administration classes , Penni Kaye Overstreet

Theses/Dissertations from 1989 1989

A case study to identify and evaluate the pricing policy for geothermal energy in the San Bernardino Municipal Geothermal District heating system , Kevin Perry Fisher

A study to determine the feasibility of constructing and operating a student fee funded recreational sports complex for California State University, San Bernardino , Helga Lingren

The role of the chief information officer in the contemporary university , James Jon Scanlon

Theses/Dissertations from 1987 1987

A matching process: More effective placement procedures for court dependent children , Lester M. Kushner

Theses/Dissertations from 1986 1986

The East Mojave National Scenic Area: Multiple use or national park? , Jeanne Hopkins Herr

Norton Air Force Base and San Bernardino: Communities in symbiosis , Clayton H. Snedeker

Theses/Dissertations from 1984 1984

The effects of governmental regulation on research and development in the pharmaceutical industry: An investigation into the relationship between patents, product substitution and regulatory policies , Linda Dianne Acosta

The impact of the Reagan Administration on equal employment opportunity, affirmative action for women and minorities in the public sector , Sandra Lucille Johnson

The Patton project: A demonstration program in deinstitutionalization , Harold Pitchford

The evolution of personality liability for public sector employees , Brian C. Turnbull

Theses/Dissertations from 1983 1983

Recycling the poor laws: A history of welfare, cross-sectional and longitudinal statistical studies concerning general relief policies in California , Carolyn Lea Clark-Daniels

Government administration in the kingdom of Saudi Arabia , George T. Fitzgerald

Controlling the uncontrollables: An examination of the capacity of Congress to reduce government expenditures for entitlements , David Lawrence Horne

Theses/Dissertations from 1982 1982

Regionalization of public service with an emphasis on fire service , Gerald M. Newcombe

Theses/Dissertations from 1981 1981

A model program for the development of humanistic administrative techniques in a California community college , Elaine Francisco-Davis

Theses/Dissertations from 1980 1980

Revenue practices used by California's municipal water districts , John Wesley Gebb

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Our comprehensive list of topics is designed to spark your curiosity and guide you in crafting a remarkable thesis or dissertation. From delving into the intricacies of public policy implementation to examining the role of leadership in effective governance, these research avenues offer a rich tapestry of possibilities to explore. By choosing one of these topics, you’re not only embarking on an academic endeavour but also contributing to the field of Public Administration and shaping the future of public governance.

A List Of Potential Research Topics In Public Administration:

• Investigating strategies for enhancing transparency and accountability in government.
• Examining the impact of political instability on public sector reforms.
• Assessing the role of technology in modernizing public services.
• Digital transformation of government services: a case study of e-government initiatives in the UK.
• E-government adoption and public service quality: a systematic review of global case studies.
• The dynamics of public administration in multicultural societies.
• Analyzing the influence of bureaucratic red tape on service delivery efficiency.
• Assessing the role of public administration in promoting gender equality.
• Crisis management and emergency response in the public sector: evaluating resilience and preparedness.
• Public health crisis management: a case study of UK’s COVID-19 response and administrative strategies.
• The dynamics of intergovernmental relations in multilevel governance.
• Exploring the role of public administration in ensuring cybersecurity.
• Exploring public-private collaboration in healthcare management.
• The dynamics of human resource management in public sector organizations.
• Citizen engagement and participatory governance: a critical review of models and outcomes.
• Remote work and digital transformation in public administration: lessons from the COVID-19 era.
• Exploring the role of public-private partnerships in infrastructure development.
• Exploring the use of technology in public health management.
• Exploring the role of public administration in climate change mitigation.
• Administrative reforms and bureaucratic efficiency: a systematic review of reform initiatives.
• The dynamics of budgetary allocation and resource management.
• Evaluating the effectiveness of performance-based budgeting in government agencies.
• Local government finance and budgeting: exploring fiscal decentralization in UK public administration.
• Analyzing the role of public administration in crisis management .
• Assessing the effectiveness of community policing in ensuring public safety.
• Exploring strategies for improving public service delivery in developing countries.
• Evaluating strategies for improving public transportation systems.
• The role of public administration in promoting cultural heritage and tourism.
• Evaluating the efficiency of public procurement processes.
• Analyzing the role of public administration in addressing homelessness.
• Assessing strategies for effective public sector performance measurement.
• Assessing the effectiveness of public awareness campaigns in social issues.
• Exploring the dynamics of public-private partnerships in education.
• Analyzing the impact of digital transformation on public service delivery.
• Devolution and public administration: analyzing the impact of regional governance structures in the UK.
• The role of public administration in promoting sustainable urban development.
• Remote learning and e-education in public schools: challenges and innovations post-covid-19.
• Assessing the challenges and opportunities of e-government adoption.
• Diversity and inclusion in UK civil service: assessing progress and challenges in public administration.
• Analyzing the role of public administration in environmental conservation.
• Gender mainstreaming in public administration: an integrative review of policies and practices.
• Adapting public health systems: strategies for strengthening healthcare infrastructure post-pandemic.
• Examining strategies for improving public sector employee motivation and performance.
• Examining strategies for addressing corruption in public procurement.
• Transparency and accountability in UK public administration: examining mechanisms for open governance.
• Analyzing the effectiveness of anti-corruption measures in public institutions.
• Analyzing the implications of public opinion on policy formulation.
• Exploring the challenges of implementing sustainable development goals at the local level.
• Analyzing the effectiveness of public diplomacy in international relations.
• Exploring the implications of decentralization on local government effectiveness.
• Environmental sustainability and green initiatives in public administration: building a resilient future.
• The impact of immigration policies on public services and integration.
• Assessing the role of public-private collaboration in education reforms.
• Performance measurement and accountability in public administration: a meta-analysis of empirical studies.
• Environmental policies and sustainability in UK public administration: a comparative analysis.
• Analyzing the challenges of public administration in conflict zones.
• Exploring the nexus between public health and environmental governance.
• Exploring strategies for promoting civic engagement and participation.
• Analyzing the challenges of healthcare management in rural areas.
• The role of diversity and inclusion in public sector organizations.
• Socio-economic recovery and public administration: strategies for rebuilding post-pandemic communities.
• Evaluating the effectiveness of social welfare programs in alleviating poverty.
• Public service delivery and digital accessibility: ensuring equitable access to services after COVID-19.
• Analyzing the role of ethics and integrity in public administration.
• Exploring innovations in local government service delivery.
• Mental health and well-being support for public sector employees: addressing post-pandemic challenges.
• Examining the impact of regulatory compliance on the business environment.
• Analyzing the role of public administration in ensuring food security.
• Ethics and integrity in public administration: a comparative analysis of codes of conduct and enforcement mechanisms.
• The role of social media in citizen engagement and public communication.
• The dynamics of public administration in post-conflict reconstruction.
• Public administration and digital transformation: a comprehensive review of technological innovations.
• The role of public administration in promoting social welfare programs.
• Examining the impact of immigration policies on public services and integration.
• Decentralization and local governance reforms: a synthesis of cross-country experiences.
• Exploring the challenges of urbanization and urban governance.
• Reshaping public budgeting and financial management in the aftermath of COVID-19.
• Assessing strategies for effective disaster management and emergency response.
• Public-private partnerships in infrastructure development: lessons from UK’s public administration.
• The role of data analytics in evidence-based decision making.

In conclusion, the diverse array of research topics presented here is a gateway to delve into the intricate realm of public administration, enabling you to contribute meaningfully to academic knowledge and real-world practices. Whether you’re an undergraduate, master’s, or doctoral student, these research topics offer a canvas upon which you can explore the dynamics of governance, policy-making, accountability, and public service delivery. Your dissertation research has the potential to inspire positive change and innovative solutions that address the complex challenges of the public sector.

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