Transactional leadership is the dominant type of management in the public sector. As progressive ideas come forward, transformational leadership has emerged as a potential innovative way of managing employees. Transactional leadership is based on the . . .

With the advent of Federal legislation, as defined in the Peer Review Improvement Act of 1982, Title I, Subtitle C of the Tax Equity and Fiscal Responsibility Act of 1982, Public Law 97-248, a contract with a organization will be negotiated to provide . . .

A vast review of the literature has found that Millennials are unlike any other generation because they have different values than previous generations. Due to a generational change in values, Millennials seek different needs and wants from the workfo . . .

A report states that about 49% of nonprofit organizations lack the implementation of a strategic plan (Concord Leadership Group 2017). Therefore, most nonprofit organizations struggle to maintain their sustainability and demand. Strategic Management i . . .

Older adults comprise an increasingly large percentage of our population. Older adults have expressed a desire to remain in their own homes instead of alternative living situations, such as assisted living facilities as they age. The public administra . . .

This study deals with the development in 1978 in the City of Santa Barbara of the Open Road New Jobs Program—a CETA subsidized training program which involved a placement and training of seventeen Chicano youths in a variety of public sector jobs in t . . .

This study examines the impact of cultural competency interventions at the County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health (DPH) on the provision of services. The study compares cultural competency performance by the County of direct services render . . .

Health care expenditures are at an all-time high in the United States and continue to rise each year. Much of the financial burden is carried by the federal and state levels of government through public health programs such as Medicaid. A major contri . . .

Turnover in public child welfare agencies is a nationwide issue related to poor outcomes for children in foster care. The purpose of this proposed graduate project is to evaluate the retention strategies of California county child welfare agencies. Re . . .

The healthcare industry has entered an era of intense competition and rapid change with the advent of government regulated prospective payment for hospital care. Now, more than at any time in the history of the healthcare industry, has it become imper . . .

With the impending retirement of many baby boomers, it is vital to prepare young people for jobs in the public sector. The transition from school-to-work can be facilitated through programs such as apprenticeships, internships, job shadowing and mento . . .

Regional centers have a contract with the state of California Department of Developmental Services to coordinate services for people with developmental disabilities beginning at three years old. Service coordinators working within the Lanterman Act ha . . .

Abstract Non-Pharmaceutical Interventions for Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias: A Review of Medicaid Coverage By Demetria Dugas Master of Public Administration, Health Administration The growing population of individuals age 65 and older has . . .

Welfare reform has existed as a central concern in the United States political discourse for several years, and nevertheless proves to be a major legislative responsibility today. Numerous policies and programs have been designed and enacted to tackle . . .

The question of whether or not performance evaluations are fair and consistent across public agencies is often openly expressed by public sector employees. Public sector performance evaluations are the primary method of rating employee progress over a . . .

The differences in management and leadership styles between public organizations and private sectors have been a topic of interest for many years and from all over the world. These differences have led to many conflicting opinions and controversies. T . . .

Transactional leadership is the dominant type of management in the public sector. As progressive ideas come forward, transformational leadership has emerged as a potential innovative way of managing employees. Transactional leadership is based on the . . .

According to the Lucile Packard Foundation for Children's Health (2020), there are over 20,000 children in foster care in the Los Angeles County and about 4,225 are foster youth ages 16 to 20. This foster youth is considered adults and faces many chal . . .

Federal and State correctional health care systems within the United States are dealing with issues related to population expansion and poor health care outcomes of older inmates due to failed public policies. More importantly, deficient policy measur . . .

Mental illness is a crisis in the nation resulting in homelessness, joblessness, and imprisonment. The lack of resources and services continues to be a problem that prevents individuals affected from living healthy and fulfilled lives. Although there . . .

In the past decades, improving employee performance has become an important issue and a main concern within public sector organizations. The type of leadership style employed by a leader can affect the motivation and performance of an employee in an o . . .

The purpose of this graduate study is to examine the issues associated with the existing formula utilized to measure water affordability. Due to the imminent need to replace water treatment and distribution infrastructure across America, there has bee . . .

Childhood obesity in the United States is an uncontrolled epidemic, despite the countless efforts of policies and programs such as the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Let's Move! launched by Former First Lady Michelle Obama and many other state . . .

The misuse of illicit drugs in America has continuously been a national concern for years. Yet, through the U.S. War on Drugs initiatives, the United States has made it a priority to criminalize illicit drug consumption with the hopes of steering illi . . .

The public sector often bears the reputation for lacking motivation, and the current body of literature examining leadership and motivation showcase the power a leader has on improving worker performance. Studies show leaders have the potential to sha . . .

Volunteer Management is an undervalued skill in public administration and business management, as evidenced by its exclusion from the curriculum of many professional programs in these sectors. From this, we can surmise that managers and administrators . . .

Abstract Analysis of Officer Involved Traffic Collision Fatalities, Oversight and Community Impacts By Joseph J. Martinez Master of Public Administration in Public Sector Management and Leadership Officer-involved traffic collisions are a pressing iss . . .

Prior to the novel coronavirus pandemic of 2020, telehealth services were little used in the United States despite increasing technological ability to provide services virtually. Federal Medicare policy is a chief reason why; CMS has historically chos . . .

Technological advancements throughout the 21st century have exposed several shortcomings in federal law regulating protection of patient information. Over the last 15 years, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) has not been . . .

For the U.S. to remain a leader and stay competitive in the global market, the workforce needs to prepare for 21st-century jobs, and there is fear that the country is falling behind (PCAST, 2010). Students are the future of the country and what is tau . . .

This research proposal studies how the civil service procedures impact public sector supervisors when documenting prior to implementing discharge, with a focus on Los Angeles County employees. This study will particularly examine the case study of Ske . . .

American public transit connects riders from residential areas to employment and shopping centers, education, and more. Bus routes must provide equal connectivity geographically and ensure service equity on racial and social justice terms as required . . .

Literature on educational disparities demonstrate a persistent gap between low socioeconomic status schools and high socioeconomic status schools. The social components of parent socioeconomic status and family involvement, gender, policy, school expe . . .

Food and nutrition are one of the most basic human needs, yet certain segments of the U.S. population continue to struggle with hunger and food insecurity. This study reviews the history of U.S. food policies and programs designed and implemented to r . . .

The Los Angeles Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) branded as Metro inaugurated by the California legislature in April 1993 (Metro, n.d.). In 2001, the Metro decentralized its bus operations into five regional service sectors: San Fernando Va . . .

As healthcare costs rise in the United States (U.S.), a mental health crisis continues to escalate. The estimated cost of depression for the U.S. is $210.5 billion and healthcare usage is increasing. As a result, public and private beneficiaries are p . . .

The appraisal system is important in assessing the performance of employees and their contributions to the organization. Although conveyed as a system meant to help an organization, it has brought up negative opinions from employees. The study investi . . .

The affordability of housing and access to local voucher programs from municipalities for assistance with housing has become an ongoing issue for years dating back to 1970. The housing voucher normally referred to as Section 8 is designed to provide s . . .

The purpose of this study was to provide a systematic review of the research completed on how previously chronically homeless individuals participating in Housing First programs experience community integration. Research Questions: How do formerly hom . . .

This thesis will discuss methods used to increase efficiency and productivity in the public sector. The paper will review case studies of various plans used by several public agencies who dealt with the efficiency problem. It will also examine, in dep . . .

This policy analysis seeks to discuss Proposition 184 and the impact of the implementation of the legislation on people from different socioeconomic and racial groups. Also, the study also aims to examine the composition of jail and prison populations . . .

Health services are required in some form by all people, whether they require hospitalization or a simple examination. However, there are many individuals who cannot afford the cost of health care in this country for any number of reasons. One avenue . . .

The use and implementation of cutting-edge telehealth and telemedicine applications in the United States have a great impact on healthcare access and delivery. Telemedicine has provided healthcare access remotely, from the convenience of patients' hom . . .

The purpose of this study is to investigate factors that influence an employee's motivation for continued employment within the public service sector as well as job satisfaction within an organization. The groundwork for the success of a public sector . . .

Social determinants of health are a contributing factor to healthcare spending. These factors may lead to deterioration of health for the frail Medicare population. This study analyzes care coordination models that demonstrate interventions, which add . . .

The recent pandemic and protests have forced many organizations to move towards teleworking. Previous research has shown that teleworking can have both benefits and drawbacks. The purpose of this study is to examine the benefits and drawbacks of telew . . .

Modeling the government to run more like a private business has been occurring since the 1980s when the New Public Management (NPM) approach to public administration was first introduced. NPM has resulted in the use of incentive structures common in t . . .

The current health care system in the United States (U.S.) is one of the most inefficient and ineffective systems in comparison to most other high-income countries (Sanders, n.d.). The U.S. currently spends more money on health care than other high-in . . .

Health care in the United States is shifting away from fee-for-service payment methods and beginning to embrace value-based initiatives. Prices charged for health care services have been lucratively hidden from public view in the past and have caused . . .

This policy analysis focus is to determine how Proposition 64: Adult Use Marijuana Act (AUMA) implemention is efficient to benefit the State of California. The vision for legalizing marijuana in California is to collect revenue, allocate funding, crea . . .

Employees at the Department of Public Social Services (DPSS) are union members through SEIU Local 721, which represents them through written contracts that deal with issues like wages and benefits, working conditions, and the right to grievances again . . .

The coastal zones in California support biological resources, natural ecosystems, and substantial human populations and the problem is ensuring there is adequate protection of the coastal zone through the existing governmental framework in place. The . . .

In the United States, the most common drug attributing to overdose deaths are primarily synthetic opioids. Drug overdose mortality rates related to opioids have increased by more than 44% in recent years according to the National Institute on Drug Abu . . .

Purpose: The purpose of this study is to explore the U.S. government's response in addressing epidemics throughout recent history. Infectious diseases are an ongoing threat to the livelihood of the population and public health. With the rise in the em . . .

This research paper supports literature review that suggests core values of an organization play an important role in the formation of its culture. The aim of this research paper is to answer the question "How do organizational values impact organizat . . .

The purpose of this exploratory study is to discuss two leadership theories and what principles of those theories are taken and applied to an individual's leadership role to show how gender and leadership have evolved in its implementation in Public A . . .

The competency and the ability to effectively aid the targeted populations served by a public organization rely on the professionals who are put into leadership positions to implement policies. Implementing theories into practice will improve the over . . .

As factors such as structure, culture, and management and leadership shift within the realm of public service there will be a requirement to analyze what motivates people to work. As the needs of the incumbent workforce change it will become essential . . .

In response to more Americans turning to social media for news, an increasing number of public sector organizations are using these channels to disseminate information, engage citizens, and improve transparency, trust, and compliance. This shift has p . . .

ABSTRACT Vulnerability Caused by COVID-19 in Emergency Management in Public Administration By Maria Ramirez-Pico Master of Public Administration in Public Sector Management and Leadership Pandemics can cause a significant loss of lives and economic lo . . .

High school dropout has been a problem in the educational system for many decades. It is considered an educational and social issue that affects many high school students in the nation. The purpose of this study was to examine the correlation of race/ . . .

Over the past decades, there has been a debate on the legalization of marijuana in different states in the U.S. Colorado was one of the first states to legalize recreational and medicinal marijuana, and this was associated with an 85% reduction of cou . . .

Although a variety of housing assistance programs have been thoughtfully developed and implemented throughout Los Angeles County in the last few years to assist the homeless population in obtaining and maintaining permanent housing, the response to th . . .

Purpose: To explore the human resource management issues encountered by local public sector employers during the COVID-19 pandemic. Research Question or hypothesis (focus of inquiry): Explore the experiences of Sacramento County human resource managem . . .

When the Affordable Care Act was passed in 2010, the law included a requirement that non-profit hospitals complete Community Health Needs Assessments (CHNAs). The requirements included completing a report and implementing a plan to address the most im . . .

The Affordable Care Act (ACA) workforce policy and its impact on non-physician providers (NPP) in California has created a particularly notable set of challenges. With expanding insurance coverage's and an aging and growing population, there is an inc . . .

Public sector entitlement programs encompass a range of programs from state funded insurance, Medicare and Medicaid, to food and cash assistance for low income residents. The purpose of this study is to examine the selected variables, the amounts of w . . .

Government policies have been developed to aid the citizens in times of crisis, and over time, the federal government has stepped in to aid with major disasters. Legislation led to the creation of departments specific for emergency management such as . . .

Succession planning in the public sector is an area that deserves more attention because of the recent impacts of retiring baby boomer population and the financial stresses of the economy on public agencies hinders the ability to properly address succ . . .

Failing to complete all graduation requirements and dropping out of high school leaves adolescents at a higher risk of succumbing to a life of crime, encountering immense obstacles in securing steady employment, and surrendering their pursuit of an ad . . .

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the role of women in the public sector within the last decade. It will examine a different angle regarding women's role in the workforce. Several studies have focused on the unfairness that exists regarding wom . . .

This study evaluates the generational differences between Baby Boomers, Generation X, and Generation Y (Millennials), and the effects it has on management practices in a public administration such as the Department of Public Social Services (DPSS) of . . .

Financing public pensions has become a highly debated topic due to the high cost of public pension funds, the pervasive underfunded ratios across the country, and the financial complexity of public pension plans. Public agencies in California grapple . . .

Professionals in the health industry should be better trained on how to be supportive of women who misuse substances and opioids. A solution to the previously failed policies that have lacked succession is to hold educational classes. The current poli . . .

Healthcare expenditures in the United States are extremely high. In 2017, Medicaid costs were over $580 billion, and Medicare also increased to $705.9 billion (CMS,2017). As traditional medicine has become more expensive and failed to produce better h . . .

The American with Disabilities Act (ADA) was proposed, developed and implemented in order to improve the quality of life for persons with disabilities by reducing discrimination. While there are many reasons for the current low employment rates for pe . . .

Statistics show that the United States spends upwards of 3.5 trillion dollars or 18% of the national GDP on health services (Spaulding, Zhao, & Haley, 2014). The levels of spending cause pause, considering that the quality of healthcare is no better t . . .

Purpose: This study aims to explore the effects of nonprofit employees' occupational stress when able to utilize flexible work options such as telecommuting. Research Question: This work will help examine whether the perceived benefits and barriers as . . .

With the advent of Federal legislation, as defined in the Peer Review Improvement Act of 1982, Title I, Subtitle C of the Tax Equity and Fiscal Responsibility Act of 1982, Public Law 97-248, a contract with a organization will be negotiated to provide . . .

This research proposal explores and researches the relevance of gun laws in relation to mass shootings. Guns are typically used to carry out mass shootings. This research project will be analyzing explanations for mass shootings throughout the United . . .

Sexual harassment has been a long running issue in many different fields of work. In more recent years, organized voices have come to light with more critique towards the workplace creating an uncomfortable atmosphere and a lack of organizational resp . . .

To achieve universal coverage of health insurance in the United States, Medicaid expansion was passed in 2010 under the Affordable Care Act (ACA). The ACA's goal was to improve access to affordable health coverage for everyone and protect citizens fro . . .

As the elderly population occupies an increasingly larger portion of demographics within California, it is paramount to determine ways to support mobility and ensure fitness to drive in order to maintain safety and continued access to services for the . . .

Mental health services in the United States have undergone changes over the years. Qualitative analysis of archival research is done to summarize the factors which contributed to the inadequate coverage for Mental Health Services under Medicaid due to . . .

Incivility spirals and governmental unionism create different work environments and atmospheres, which have opposing impacts on public sector employees. This research takes a qualitative approach to look in-depth at public sector employees, specifical . . .

The purpose of this study is to investigate the role of networks in public administration during the phases of disaster planning, response, and recovery in Los Angeles County. A network of three or more members will form to collaborate resources and e . . .

With baby boomers retiring, millennial employees will soon be the majority in the workforce. Considering the personal characteristics and work habits of millennials, retention of the young and new workforce population could be a problem for organizati . . .

According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, 20 to 25% of the homeless population in the United States suffers from some form of severe mental illness. Mental illness, also referred to as mental health disorders, describ . . .

Climate change has been reported to occur for many decades, and the changes have been documented by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change has demonstrated an increasing global temperature trend of . . .

This study was developed to investigate the effects of California's Medicaid on preventing and treating diabetes among the Latinx community in the United States. Diabetes is a major health issue that keeps growing and needs immediate attention from th . . .

Correctional officers experience fatal and non-fatal work injuries. Although safety of those that work in penal institutions is a critical aspect of the justice system, it has not received the type of attention it deserves. The purpose of this study i . . .

The subject of this study is the evaluation of police body cameras. As the use of police body cameras becomes a more common tool used by police departments throughout the country, police departments are operating under the assumption that this technol . . .

Concerns for housing affordability have sparked many policy makers to question the strict regulations facing the housing market. Much of this is due to a lack of understanding on the notion of regulations, and a limited amount of research on the impac . . .

The purpose of this paper is to explore why government organizations often fail in their attempts to implement efficiency-driven management tools as popularized by the Reinventing Government and New Public Management movements of the last forty years. . . .

The use of performance measurements in the public sector has become the new normal since government reform known as New Public Management. New Public Management was established as a response to increasing public demand for a more accountable and trans . . .

A vast review of the literature has found that Millennials are unlike any other generation because they have different values than previous generations. Due to a generational change in values, Millennials seek different needs and wants from the workfo . . .

A report states that about 49% of nonprofit organizations lack the implementation of a strategic plan (Concord Leadership Group 2017). Therefore, most nonprofit organizations struggle to maintain their sustainability and demand. Strategic Management i . . .

Purpose: To conduct a historical policy analysis of selected presidential administrations' public policies towards environmental protection, by reviewing the connections between public opinion at the time, and a presidential administration's policy di . . .

Cultural values play a significant role in structuring social workers' professional identities. Conversely, current versions of social work principles can fall short of providing a justification of social work values in practice that incorporates the . . .

Medicaid policies regarding primary care may affect emergency department utilization. Since the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) was implemented in 2010, emergency department utilization rates and costs in the United States have steadi . . .