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Best Practices in Public Administration and Implementation: Auchi Polytechnic in Focus
Subject area: Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities · Area of research: Public Administration
Abstract
This study explores the application of best practices in public administration and their implementation at Auchi Polytechnic, Edo State, Nigeria. Public administration in higher educational institutions often faces challenges related to inefficiency, inadequate resource management, and lack of transparency. By adopting best practices such as accountability, transparency, participatory governance, and effective performance management, public institutions can enhance their operational efficiency and service delivery. The primary aim of this research is to assess the extent to which these best practices are implemented at Auchi Polytechnic and to identify the barriers hindering their full application. Using a descriptive research design, the study collected both quantitative and qualitative data from administrative staff, faculty, and students at Auchi Polytechnic. A combination of surveys, interviews, and document analysis was employed to gather insights into the current administrative processes and their challenges. The findings reveal that while there is some adherence to best practices, significant gaps remain in areas like transparency in budgeting, performance management, and ICT integration. Challenges such as bureaucratic bottlenecks, limited funding, and political interference were found to hinder the effective implementation of these practices. The study concludes that the adoption of global best practices in public administration can significantly improve the administrative efficiency and governance at Auchi Polytechnic. The research recommends increased investment in ICT infrastructure, regular staff training, and the establishment of more transparent financial and procurement processes. It also calls for enhanced communication and participatory decision-making processes to ensure all stakeholders are actively engaged in the governance of the institution. This research contributes to the ongoing discourse on improving public administration in Nigerian higher education institutions and provides a model for other polytechnics facing similar administrative challenges.
Keywords
Public Administration, Best Practices, Policy Implementation, Auchi Polytechnic, Institutional Governance, Performance Management, Transparency, Accountability, Participatory Governance, Higher Education, ICT Integration, Resource Management, Nigeria, Public Sector Management, Bureaucracy, Institutional Development, Administrative Efficiency.
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How to cite this paper
@article{1712065,
author = {Adeleye Dennis Ilesanmi},
title = {Best Practices in Public Administration and Implementation: Auchi Polytechnic in Focus},
journal = {Iconic Research And Engineering Journals},
year = {2025},
volume = {9},
number = {5},
pages = {2385-2397},
issn = {2456-8880},
url = {https://www.irejournals.com/formatedpaper/1712065.pdf},
abstract = {This study explores the application of best practices in public administration and their implementation at Auchi Polytechnic, Edo State, Nigeria. Public administration in higher educational institutions often faces challenges related to inefficiency, inadequate resource management, and lack of transparency. By adopting best practices such as accountability, transparency, participatory governance, and effective performance management, public institutions can enhance their operational efficiency and service delivery. The primary aim of this research is to assess the extent to which these best practices are implemented at Auchi Polytechnic and to identify the barriers hindering their full application. Using a descriptive research design, the study collected both quantitative and qualitative data from administrative staff, faculty, and students at Auchi Polytechnic. A combination of surveys, interviews, and document analysis was employed to gather insights into the current administrative processes and their challenges. The findings reveal that while there is some adherence to best practices, significant gaps remain in areas like transparency in budgeting, performance management, and ICT integration. Challenges such as bureaucratic bottlenecks, limited funding, and political interference were found to hinder the effective implementation of these practices. The study concludes that the adoption of global best practices in public administration can significantly improve the administrative efficiency and governance at Auchi Polytechnic. The research recommends increased investment in ICT infrastructure, regular staff training, and the establishment of more transparent financial and procurement processes. It also calls for enhanced communication and participatory decision-making processes to ensure all stakeholders are actively engaged in the governance of the institution. This research contributes to the ongoing discourse on improving public administration in Nigerian higher education institutions and provides a model for other polytechnics facing similar administrative challenges.},
keywords = {Public Administration, Best Practices, Policy Implementation, Auchi Polytechnic, Institutional Governance, Performance Management, Transparency, Accountability, Participatory Governance, Higher Education, ICT Integration, Resource Management, Nigeria, Public Sector Management, Bureaucracy, Institutional Development, Administrative Efficiency.},
month = {November},
doi = {https://doi.org/10.64388/IREV9I5-1712065}
}