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

June’s growth was driven by services-producing industries, with increased activity in wholesale trade, retail and public administration.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 28, 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

During the minority of her son Irene discharged with vigor and assiduity all the duties of public administration and enjoyed to the full the irresponsible power of her office of regent.

From Women of Early Christianity by Alfred Brittain

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