Public Administration in Latin America

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What is the primary objective of the session on gerencialismo público?

To identify the strategies derived from gerencialismo público (correct)
To compare the differences between public and private sector management
To analyze the impact of Carta Iberoamericana on public administration
To evaluate the effectiveness of the New Public Management

What is the significance of the Carta Iberoamericana in the context of gerencialismo público?

It promotes the adoption of the New Public Management (correct)
It outlines the importance of public-private partnerships
It provides a framework for evaluating public sector performance
It emphasizes the role of the private sector in public administration

What is the primary focus of the gerencialismo público?

Result-oriented approach to public administration (correct)
Structural approach to public administration
Process-oriented approach to public administration
Functional approach to public administration

What is the implication of the strong leadership role in gerencialismo público?

Centralization of decision-making authority (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of the gerencialismo público in the context of public administration?

To improve public sector efficiency (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the professionalization strategy in gerencialismo público?

It recognizes the role of public servants as professionals (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary objective of the diagnosis of training needs in gerencialismo público?

To identify areas for improvement in public administration (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the relation between gerencialismo público and the New Public Management?

Gerencialismo público is a component of the New Public Management (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of protecting bureaucracies from political cycles?

To maintain continuity in management processes (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a good practice in several developing countries?

Depoliticizing the civil service (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Norma para la Capacitación de los Servidores Públicos?

To identify training needs of public servants (A) Signup and view all the answers

What are the three main principles of the gerencialismo model in public administration?

Economy, Efficiency, and Effectiveness (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of the Ley del Servicio Profesional de Carrera in the Administración Pública Federal in Mexico?

To promote meritocracy in the public service (D) Signup and view all the answers

What are the four aspects considered in the diagnosis of training needs?

Knowledge, aptitudes, habits, and values (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of establishing a comisión mixta de capacitación?

To ensure the academic quality of training programs (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic of the gerencialismo model in terms of decision-making?

It is centralized and strategic (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is essential for the modernization and achieving objectives in the public administration?

Establishing a professional civil service (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of autonomy in the professionalization of the public service?

It is a requirement for efficient public service delivery (A) Signup and view all the answers

What are the three elements that the civil service should consider?

Cultural, social, and political context (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary objective of the professionalization of the public service?

To improve the efficiency of public service delivery (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of the gerencialismo model in terms of public administration?

It promotes transparency and accountability (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a limitation of the merit-based system?

It has limits and restrictions (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main principle of the meritocracy system in the public service?

It is based on talent, effort, and dedication (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main outcome of the professionalization of the public service?

It promotes transparency and accountability in public administration (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the Carta Iberoamericana de la Calidad en la Gestión Pública?

Managerialism model in public administration (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the title of the research paper by Elorriaga in 2018?

Análisis de los rasgos del modelo gerencialista presentes en la Carta Iberoamericana de la Calidad en la Gestión Pública (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the title of the research paper by Martínez in 2005?

Nueva Gerencia Pública: análisis comparativo de la administración estatal en México (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main topic of the Norma para la Capacitación de los Servidores Públicos?

Norms for public servants' training (B) Signup and view all the answers

Who is the author of the research paper 'La profesionalización del servicio público'?

Instituto Belisario Domínguez (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the title of the document published by D.O.F. in 2005?

Norma para la Capacitación de los Servidores Públicos (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main objective of administrative simplification?

To provide better service to citizens (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of the New Public Management principles?

Focusing on results-oriented management (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a major challenge faced by the public sector in the three levels of government?

Diverse challenges in different areas (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of adopting gerencialismo public practices?

To modernize the public sector and improve service to citizens (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of administrative simplification as a transformative process?

Involving a willingness to change and structural development (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of citizens in the transformation of public administration?

Active participants in the transformation process (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key benefit of adopting effective leadership in the public sector?

Improving the quality of public services (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of the New Public Management principles in terms of resource allocation?

Allocating resources to achieve specific results (C) Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Gerencialismo Público: A Theoretical Framework for Public Administration

Gerencialismo público is a theoretical framework for public administration that focuses on results-oriented management, evaluation, and performance.
It emerged in the 1990s as a response to the need for modernization and reform in the public sector.
The approach is based on the principles of New Public Management (NPM), which emphasizes the use of private sector management techniques in the public sector.

Implementation of Gerencialismo Público

The implementation of gerencialismo público involves a range of strategies and tools, including:
- Professionalization of the public service
- Development of a results-oriented culture
- Implementation of performance management systems
- Promotion of transparency and accountability
- Strengthening of public sector organizations

Professionalization of the Public Service

The professionalization of the public service is a key component of gerencialismo público.
It involves the development of a career public service system that is based on merit and performance.
The goal is to create a professional and competent public service that is capable of delivering high-quality services to citizens.

Diagnosis of Training Needs

The diagnosis of training needs is a critical step in the professionalization of the public service.
It involves the identification of the knowledge, skills, and attitudes required by public servants to perform their roles effectively.
The diagnosis of training needs is used to develop targeted training programs that address the needs of public servants.

Service Civil of Employment

The service civil of employment is a key component of gerencialismo público.
It involves the creation of a career public service system that is based on merit and performance.
The goal is to create a professional and competent public service that is capable of delivering high-quality services to citizens.

Simplification of Administrative Procedures

The simplification of administrative procedures is a key component of gerencialismo público.
It involves the streamlining of administrative processes and the elimination of unnecessary bureaucracy.
The goal is to create a more efficient and effective public administration system.

Benefits of Gerencialismo Público

The implementation of gerencialismo público can bring a range of benefits, including:
- Improved efficiency and effectiveness of public administration
- Increased transparency and accountability
- Better quality of services delivered to citizens
- Increased professionalism and competence of public servants
- Improved governance and decision-making processes

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