Comparative Public Administration Training Course: Global Perspectives on Governance and Institutional Effectiveness

Introduction

Comparative Public Administration (CPA) is a vital field that examines governance systems, administrative structures, and policy implementation across different countries and regions. Understanding these comparative frameworks enables professionals to identify best practices, adapt innovative governance models, and strengthen institutional performance in diverse contexts. This training course equips participants with the analytical tools and knowledge to critically evaluate public administration practices worldwide and apply them effectively within their own environments.

The program combines theoretical insights with real-world case studies from multiple regions, exploring how cultural, political, economic, and social contexts shape public administration. Participants will learn how to draw lessons from global governance experiences, address administrative challenges, and design strategies for more effective, transparent, and accountable public sector management. By the end of the course, attendees will be able to apply comparative approaches to improve governance and public service delivery.

Duration: 10 Days

Target Audience:

  • Public servants and administrators
  • Policy makers and advisors
  • Governance and development practitioners
  • Academics and researchers in public administration
  • International development professionals
  • Civil society and NGO leaders
  • Consultants in governance and reform
  • Political leaders and representatives

Course Objectives:

  • Understand the scope and significance of comparative public administration
  • Explore different models of governance and administration
  • Analyze the impact of culture and politics on public institutions
  • Compare policy-making and implementation across countries
  • Study global case studies of governance successes and failures
  • Strengthen analytical skills in cross-national administration
  • Identify best practices for public sector reforms
  • Examine the role of international organizations in governance
  • Develop strategies for improving public service delivery
  • Foster adaptive leadership in diverse governance systems

Course Modules

Module 1: Introduction to Comparative Public Administration

  • Definition and scope of CPA
  • Historical development of the field
  • Importance of cross-national comparisons
  • Key research approaches in CPA
  • Relevance to modern governance

Module 2: Theories and Models of Comparative Administration

  • Traditional vs modern approaches
  • Bureaucratic theory and its critiques
  • Ecological and cultural approaches
  • New Public Management (NPM)
  • Emerging models of governance

Module 3: Administrative Systems in Developed Countries

  • Public administration in Western democracies
  • Role of bureaucracy in policy-making
  • Case studies from the US and Europe
  • Welfare state models and administration
  • Lessons for global governance

Module 4: Administrative Systems in Developing Countries

  • Governance challenges in developing nations
  • Colonial legacies in administration
  • Issues of capacity and resources
  • Role of international aid and development agencies
  • Case studies from Asia, Africa, and Latin America

Module 5: Comparative Policy-Making Processes

  • Stages of policy formulation
  • Influences of political culture
  • Policy implementation challenges
  • Cross-national comparisons in health and education policies
  • Policy diffusion and transfer

Module 6: Governance and Institutional Capacity

  • Role of institutions in governance
  • Capacity building for effective administration
  • Strengthening accountability and transparency
  • Comparative case studies of institutional reforms
  • Strategies for institutional resilience

Module 7: Public Sector Reforms in Comparative Perspective

  • Drivers of reform in different contexts
  • Privatization and decentralization trends
  • Evaluating reform outcomes
  • Success and failure of reform efforts
  • Best practices in reform strategies

Module 8: Comparative Public Financial Management

  • Budgeting systems across countries
  • Fiscal accountability and transparency
  • Taxation and revenue management
  • Comparative case studies of financial reforms
  • Lessons for sustainable fiscal policies

Module 9: Comparative Human Resource Management

  • Recruitment and promotion practices
  • Training and capacity building strategies
  • Public sector motivation across cultures
  • Managing diversity in the public service
  • Global HR challenges in governance

Module 10: Comparative Local Government Systems

  • Decentralization and autonomy of local governments
  • Comparative structures of local administration
  • Role of local governments in service delivery
  • Challenges of urban governance
  • Case studies of local governance reforms

Module 11: Ethics and Accountability in Global Governance

  • Ethical principles in public service
  • Accountability frameworks across regions
  • Corruption challenges in administration
  • Mechanisms for enhancing integrity
  • Case studies of ethical leadership

Module 12: Role of International Organizations in Public Administration

  • Influence of the UN, World Bank, IMF, and OECD
  • Global governance frameworks
  • Role in capacity building and reform
  • International cooperation in administration
  • Critiques of international interventions

Module 13: Comparative Crisis Management in Public Administration

  • Government responses to natural disasters
  • Crisis decision-making models
  • Comparative case studies of pandemic management
  • Inter-agency coordination in crises
  • Lessons from global crisis responses

Module 14: Emerging Trends in Comparative Public Administration

  • Digital governance and e-government initiatives
  • Public-private partnerships in global contexts
  • Participatory governance and citizen engagement
  • Impact of globalization on public administration
  • Innovations in service delivery

Module 15: Future of Comparative Public Administration

  • Anticipating governance challenges ahead
  • Building resilient institutions
  • Integrating AI and digital technologies
  • Promoting global collaboration in governance
  • Roadmap for strengthening comparative studies

CERTIFICATION

  • Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with Macskills Training and Development Institute Certificate

TRAINING VENUE

  • Training will be held at Macskills Training Centre. We also tailor make the training upon request at different locations across the world.

AIRPORT PICK UP AND ACCOMMODATION

  • Airport Pick Up is provided by the institute. Accommodation is arranged upon request

TERMS OF PAYMENT

Payment should be made to Macskills Development Institute bank account before the start of the training and receipts sent to info@macskillsdevelopment.com

For More Details call: +254-114-087-180

 

 

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