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The Profession of Public Administration: An Ethics Edge in Introductory Textbooks?

Year: 2001

Type: article

Abstract: Given the substantial interest in public service ethics, this study examines its foundations as reflected in paradigmatic textbooks—a unit of analysis that informs both theory and practice in the field. The interpretative framework employed evaluates the context (the amount and placement of the topic, the use of graphics, and sources cited) as well as the content (conceptualization of management ethics and inclusion of implementation issues) of ethics found in the publications. A limited definition of a professional—one in possession of largely technical skills—is reflected in the textbooks. The implications of the findings are explored.

Source: Public Administration Review

DOI: 10.1111/0033-3352.00022

Authors: James S. Bowman, Evan M. Berman, Jonathan P. West

Institutions: Florida State University, University of Central Florida, University of Miami

Language: English

Topic: Public Policy and Administration Research

Subfield: Public Administration

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W2087572277

FWCI: 2.599

Cites: 32

Cited by: 38

Related to: 10