Results of a study of computing in 46 cities showed that more attention needs to be given to computer literacy and applications in public management education programs. This article discusses the level of training in computers and information systems that needs to be offered and the implications for coursework and faculty. (JOW)

Examines the publication records of eight classes of doctorate recipients in public administration and concludes that doctoral education and research is making a minimal contribution to knowledge and theory development in the field. (Author)

A survey of public administration masters programs indicates an agreement on the substance of the program. There is no evidence that accreditation by the National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration leads to a standardized curriculum. Pressures support more expanded curricula, with more attention given to ethics, computer…

A study of 1,243 executive directors of public authorities shows that many are career people with diverse educational backgrounds and skills similar to public administration professionals. Results suggest that the strong sense of professional identity among city managers may be a model for public authority managers to consider. (Author)

Provides a status report on the accomplishments of 16 Certified Public Manager (CPM) certification programs. Describes the growth and development of the program and argues that the interests of the public management community might be served if CPM and Master of Public Administration programs were to cooperate more aggressively. (Author/JOW)

Describes current activities and trends in the academic area of policy studies and analyzes recommendations for improving policy studies activities, based on a 1976 national survey of chairpersons of political science departments and directors of interdisciplinary programs. (JG)

A survey of 462 alumni of schools that require public administration students to complete an ethics course indicates that ethics education is having a positive influence on graduates but that other factors are also influential. The ethical environment of the program must also be taken into account. (JOW)

Compares dissertation research from 1992 in public administration, criminology, management, planning, social work, and women's studies. Concludes that what should be done to improve the contribution of doctoral research to the field is to improve the quality of all types of dissertation research. (Author/JOW)

A survey analyzing networking and contact with colleagues received 159 of 307 responses, 73% from criminal justice practitioners and 27% from criminal justice faculty. Apparent differences in communication practices disappear when educational level and research involvement are considered. (SK)

Focuses on the integrated use of economic, sociological, social-psychological, and other advanced conceptual models and heuristics in the study of public institutions and management, with the potential to strengthen the field's scholarship and the possibilities for theory-grounded practice. (Author/JOW)

Considers two dimensions of changes in former Soviet Union countries: (1) obstacles to transformations away from strong state domination; and (2) contrasting approaches in public administration education to facilitate democratic development in these countries. (JOW)

Discusses the history of public administration at Johns Hopkins University from the late 1800s when a curriculum was developed to educate public servants. Suggests that the program made notable contributions to progressivism but was eclipsed by scientific management; however, it has new relevance in the current climate. (Contains 46 references.)…

Identifies gaps of theory and practice in public administration between Western and non-Western countries. Develops a framework to bridge those gaps, improve the cumulation of knowledge in public administration, and enhance the relevance of theory for practitioners. Concludes with suggestions for further research and implications for practice.…