Discussion Post
• Accountability is increasingly a focal point in public administration. How are public agencies subjected to greater accountability than the private and non-profit sectors? Is this emphasis on budget accountability constructive or more of an unnecessary nuisance?
• Administrative regulations are a major element in the world of public administration. How are these regulations developed and guided by the Administrative Procedure Act and its equivalent in the states?
• Classical organization theory deals with the systematic processes necessary to make bureaucracy more efficient and effective. Two scholars, Max Weber and Frederick Taylor, are credited with the development of classical organization thought. What were the basic arguments articulated by each in their contributions to the development of classical organization theory?
The response should include a reference list. Double-space, using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.