Week 2 - Values, Ethics, and Leadership

What is the primary basis for appointing public servants?

What is expected of officials in senior positions regarding partisan activity?

What is one of the key aspects of administrative accountability?

What is a primary concern of the Code of Ethics in public service?

Which of the following is mentioned as a challenge in applying the Code of Ethics?

What is the primary focus of public servants according to the politics-administration dichotomy?

Which of the following is NOT considered a core value of public service?

Which of the following categories includes values such as fairness and accountability?

How do shared values impact organizational function in public service?

Which new value emphasizes innovation and performance measurement in public service?

What does political neutrality in public service primarily pertain to?

Which element is critical for evaluating the effectiveness of accountability arrangements in public service?

Which of the following is a challenge to the politics-administration dichotomy?

Week 2 - Values, Ethics, and Leadership

Administrative Values: Enduring beliefs influencing individual/group/organizational choices
Types of Administrative Values:
- Ethical: Fairness, accountability
- Democratic: Democracy, responsiveness
- Professional: Efficiency, excellence
Importance of Values: Shared values provide direction, reduce need for rules, improve organizational effectiveness
Political Neutrality: Public servants should not participate in partisan politics. Implementing policy, not making policy, is the focus.
Accountability: Responsibility for actions, measurable performance, sanctions/rewards for compliance
Administrative Accountability: Assigning responsibilities, compliance with goals, surveillance, and potential sanctions for non-compliance
Horizontal Accountability: Interactions between different public institutions to ensure accountability.
Political Partisanship: Senior public servants must refrain from publicly expressing partisan views on government policy.
Integrity: Importance of public trust, ethical conduct, and avoiding corruption—crucial for effective administration.
Code of Ethics: Values and rules in codes of conduct; aim to reduce uncertainty, promote accountability, and enhance trust in government.
Conflicts in Values: Values within the federal code can potentially conflict.
Strengthening the Politics-Administration Dichotomy: Methods to improve the separation between politics and public administration.

Explore the foundational concepts of administrative values, ethics, and leadership in this quiz. Learn about the importance of shared values, accountability, and the nuances of political neutrality in public administration. This quiz will guide you through essential topics that enhance organizational effectiveness.