public administration

American  

noun

1. the implementation of public policy, largely by the executive branch.

2. a field of study preparing persons for careers in such work.

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public administration

Experience: Alaniz has worked in a number of fields, including healthcare, workforce development, disaster recovery, public administration and film production.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 1, 2026

This was helped by growth in federal government public administration, coinciding with activity around the 2026 census.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 31, 2026

Kaijage, who teaches political science and public administration, was not asked to enter a plea at Thursday's hearing as his terrorism case can only be heard by a higher court.

From BBC ● Jul. 24, 2026

We are researchers who study the intersection of technology, law and public administration.

From Salon ● May 12, 2026

Bulgaria has averaged more than 6% growth since   2004, attracting significant amounts of foreign direct investment,   but corruption in the public administration, a weak judiciary, and   the presence of organized crime remain significant challenges.

From The 2008 CIA World Factbook by United States. Central Intelligence Agency

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