Theoretical Perspectives in Public Administration

Theoretical perspectives in Public Administration are different ways of understanding how government organizations and public policies work. They provide frameworks to analyze decision-making, leadership, and service delivery. For example, some perspectives focus on rules and hierarchy (bureaucratic theory), while others emphasize flexibility and innovation (human relations approach). These theories help practitioners and scholars develop effective strategies for managing public resources, improving citizen services, and making government more accountable and efficient. In essence, they are lenses to interpret the complex ways governments operate and serve the public.