The Curious Public Administrator

The study explores the role of curiosity in public administration theory and practice, developing a new doctrine of curiosity to guide effective, fair, and democratic public administration. It draws from other fields and collects data from case studies and surveys to align curiosity in education and training.

Format: Unspecified
Length: 82 pages
Publication date: 09 November 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Rooted in the notion that public administrators must possess an insatiable curiosity to be effective, fair, and democratic, this groundbreaking work serves as a comprehensive roadmap for developing a novel doctrine of curiosity in public administration theory and practice. It begins by delving into the role of curiosity in other fields, such as management, psychology, medicine, and education, to establish a definition of curiosity that is specific to the realm of public administration. Subsequently, this definition is applied to analyze and understand the complex dynamics of public organizations and the challenges faced by public managers.

To further enhance our understanding of curiosity in public administration, the book collects data from case studies of innovative and curious public organizations (agencies and nonprofits) and public managers. Additionally, it offers fresh data from original surveys of municipal leaders and public affairs faculty, aiming to align curiosity in public affairs education and training.

Through its comprehensive approach, this book provides valuable insights into the importance of curiosity in public administration and offers practical strategies for cultivating and leveraging it in practice. It is an essential resource for public administrators, policymakers, educators, and researchers seeking to enhance the effectiveness and sustainability of public organizations.

Weight: 232g
Dimension: 142 x 224 x 13 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032668505