You are required to write a research paper on a problem that you have identified within public
administration. To purpose of this research paper is to bring together different views, evidence,
and facts about a problem in public administration from books, articles, interviews, etc. to inform
action, prove a theory, and/or contribute to knowledge that can be used to help solve a problem
within public administration.
Doing so not only further develops and demonstrates strong critical thinking skills, but also
broadens your awareness and understanding of issues facing today’s public administrators.
