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The quality of education and training in public administration significantly affects the quality of governance. After a two-year review (2022-2024) and update process, the UN Department of Economic and Social Affairs (DESA) and the International Association of Schools and Institutes of Administration (IASIA) Global Task Force on the Standards of Excellence for Public Administration Education and Training, composed of worldwide eminent experts and practitioners, has finalized a new set of Standards of Excellence for Public Administration Education and Training.
The Standards of Excellence are a set of criteria or benchmarks that define the highest level of quality and performance in education and training programs related to public administration. These Standards serve as a guide for academic and training institutions, as well as faculty, trainers, and practitioners, who aim to promote quality education and achieve exceptional outcomes.
Over 1,200 expert contributions were received from academics, schools of public administration and training institutes, practitioners, interested stakeholders and representatives of the United Nations. The review process included seventeen global and regional workshops and meetings, as well as an online Survey in five languages (Arabic, English, French, Portuguese and Spanish).
Applying these Standards of Excellence in public administration education and training programs will result in more dynamic, tech-savvy, agile, and globally aware public servants and professionals who can navigate an ever-changing landscape and contribute to the advancement of sustainable development.
For further information on the review process, please see here.
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