Subject Guide: Public Administration

Web Sites

Many useful information resources are available on the Internet. But, remember to evaluate any Web site before using it for research.

Web sites & Descriptions

Academy of Management Online
http://www.aomonline.org
The Academy of Management (AOM) is a leading professional association for scholars as well as practitioners dedicated to creating and disseminating knowledge about management and organizations. AOM is committed to advancing theory, research, education, and practice in the field of management.
 

American Planning Association
http://www.planning.org
The American Planning Association (APA) is a nonprofit public interest and research organization committed to urban, suburban, regional, and rural planning.

American Political Science Association
http://www.apsanet.org
The American Political Science Association (APSA) is the major professional society for 415 people who study politics, government and public policies in the U.S. and around the world. The website contents information regarding conferences/meetings, journals/publications, call for papers, careers, and data resource.

American Society for Public Administration
http://www.aspanet.org
The American Society for Public Administration (ASPA) is a professional association for over 10,000 practitioners, academics and students in the field of Public Administration.  The site contains discussions of current issues within the field and also provides a directory of resources for nonprofit agencies.

Association for Budgeting and Financial Management
http://www.abfm.org
The Association for Budgeting and Financial Management (ABFM) is a section of the American Society for Public Administration. ABFM aims to promote the professional development of budgeting and financial management in the public and non-profit sectors. Embracing both theoretical and operational concerns, ABFM addresses issues in budgeting processes and practice in financial management. The website contains conference information, links for budgeting & financial, journal, and simulation materials.

Association of Fundraising Professionals
http://afpdc.org/
The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) represents 26,000 members in 167 chapters in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, and it seeks to advance philanthropy through advocacy, research, education, and certification programs. The website contains a great deal of information concerning fundraising including a resource center.

Association for Public Policy Analysis and Management
http://www.appam.org
The Association for Public Policy Analysis and Management (APPAM) is a professional organization dedicated to blending the talents of researchers, educators and practitioners in the production, dissemination and application of analysis bearing on public concerns.  The website contains information regarding current issues in the field of public policy analysis and management.

Association for Research on Nonprofit Organizations and Voluntary Action
http://www.arnova.org
The Association for Research on Nonprofit Organizations and Voluntary Action (ARNOVA) is an international, interdisciplinary membership organization. Its members include scholars and nonprofit leaders that seek to foster the creation, application and dissemination of research on voluntary action, nonprofit organizations, philanthropy and civil society.

Center for Digital Government
http://www.centerdigitalgov.com
The Center for Digital Government is an international research and advisory institute providing industry, government, and education leaders with decision support, research and services to help them effectively incorporate new technologies. The Center offers an array of applied market intelligence programs designed to help companies build and maintain successful business-to-government relationships and help government leaders further develop their government-to-government relationships.

FedStats
http://www.fedstats.gov
Fed Stats is a gateway on the full range of official statistical information available to the public from the Federal Government. Use the Internet's powerful linking and searching capabilities to track economic and population trends, education, health care costs, aviation safety, foreign trade, energy use, farm production, and more. The website provides easy access to statistics and information produced by more than 100 US Federal Government agencies.

FirstGov
http://www.firstgov.gov/
FirstGov is the official United States gateway to government information. It is a powerful search engine that provides links to millions of federal, state, local, tribal, and international government web pages. FirstGov connects more than 186 million web pages from federal and state governments, the District of Columbia and U.S. territories. FirstGov is an interagency initiative sponsored by the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA).

GovExec.com
http://www.govexec.com/
The Government Executive is government's business news daily and the premier Web site for federal managers and executives in the federal government's departments and agencies. This website provides federal government information on pay & benefits, management, homeland security, e-government, careers, and procurement.

Local Government Institute
http://www.lgi.org/local_govt__institute.htm
The Local Government Institute (LGI) is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of local government. LGI provides technical assistance publications or services to more than 4,000 local governments in all 50 states, as well as a number of foreign countries. Its principal focus is on human resources administration, governance, and community development.

National Academy of Public Administration
http://www.napawash.org
The National Academy of Public Administration is dedicated to improving the performance of governance systems, specifically the network of public institutions, nonprofit organizations, and private companies that now share in the implementation of public policy. The website contains many resources specific to its objective, including various publications.

National Association of Counties
http://www.naco.org
The National Association of Counties (NACo) is the only national organization that represents county governments in the United States. NACo is a full-service organization that provides an extensive line of services including legislative, research, technical, and public affairs assistance, as well as enterprise services to its members. The website contents information regarding conferences, issues, legislative priorities, and county resource center.

National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration
http://www.naspaa.org
NASPAA is the membership association of graduate programs in public administration, public policy, and public affairs. NASPAA serves as a national and international resource for the promotion of excellence in education and training for public service.

National League of Cities
http://www.nlc.org/home/
The National League of Cities is intended to strengthen and promote cities as centers of opportunity, leadership, and governance. Its website provides information affecting various areas of city government administration. The website also contains discussions of current issues affecting the nation’s cities and the various programs available to cities.

Progressive Policy Institute
http://www.ppionline.org
The Progressive Policy Institute's mission is to define and promote a new progressive politics for America in the 21st century. Through its research, policies, and perspectives, they are trying to fashion a new governing philosophy and an agenda for public innovation geared to the Information Age. The website contains detailed discussions current event affecting Public Administration.

Public Administration and Management
http://www.pamij.com
Public Administration and Management publishes articles that will be of interest to both scholars and practitioners in the fields of public administration and management. The journal publishes both single article as well as topical issues. The journal encourages colleagues to submit proposals for symposium issues. The website contents information regarding 9 journals in public administration.

Congressional Directory
http://www.congress.org/congressorg/issuesaction/orgs/
The “issues and actions” page on Congress website provides “action alerts” on a wide range of topics from organizations, large and small, that span the political spectrum.

The Heritage of Foundation: Leadership of America
http://www.heritage.org/
Founded in 1973, The Heritage Foundation is a research and educational institute - a think tank - whose mission is to formulate and promote conservative public policies based on the principles of free enterprise, limited government, individual freedom, traditional American values, and a strong national defense.

United Nations Online Network in Public Administration and Finance
http://www.unpan.org
The United Nations Online Network in Public Administration and Finance (UNPAN) offers the sharing of knowledge, experiences and best practices throughout the world in sound public policies, effective public administration and efficient civil services among the United Nations Member States. UNPAN’s core themes are public policies, governance systems and institutions, civil service/public sector reform, management innovation and development, and public finance. The website provides a variety of online information services.