Introduction to Public Administration

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What is public administration from a political perspective?

  • Individual actions for public interest
  • Government interference in citizens' lives
  • Working for private interest
  • Collective action for public interest (correct)

How is public administration viewed from a legal perspective?

  • Interference in citizens' lives
  • Law inaction
  • Absence of government regulations
  • Whatever the ruling authority decides to grant (correct)

What is public administration from a managerial perspective?

  • Academic field of management in private sector
  • Executive function of the government (correct)
  • Public employees' personal actions
  • Government's interference in citizens' lives

How is public administration viewed from an occupational perspective?

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Why should public administration be defined while considering all different perspectives?

<p>To reach a better definition of public administration (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a public purpose of the government?

<p>Promoting consumerism and materialism (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of planning in public administration?

<p>To set future goals for plan achievement (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to securing cooperation and teamwork among several employees in public administration?

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What is the role of civil servants in public administration?

<p>To work for the government in the administration of internal affairs (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does public administration involve?

<p>Creating positive change through the provision of goods and services (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Public Administration (Political View)

Collective action taken to serve the well-being of the public.

Public Administration (Legal View)

Actions authorized and defined by the ruling authority or laws.

Public Administration (Managerial View)

The executive function of the government focused on implementation.

Public Administration (Occupational View)

The individual actions and decisions of public employees.

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Why Define Public Administration Broadly?

To develop a comprehensive understanding of its multifaceted nature.

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Planning Function

Setting goals and strategies to achieve desired outcomes.

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Coordinating

Ensuring collaboration and cohesion among team members.

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Role of Civil Servants

Government employees responsible for internal administrative functions.

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What Public Administration Involves

Creating positive societal impact through public services and resources.

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What is NOT public purpose?

Consumerism and materialism are to not be be promoted by the government.

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