PUBLIC SECTOR MANAGEMENT, GOVERNANCE AND FISCAL SUSTAINABILITY TECHNIQUES

Course Objectives
• Understand the principles and practices of public sector management
• Gain knowledge of governance frameworks and their application in the public sector
• Learn techniques for achieving fiscal sustainability in government organizations
Course Content
Introduction to Public Sector Management
• Role of the public sector in society
• Characteristics of public sector organizations
• Challenges and opportunities in public sector management
Governance Frameworks in the Public Sector
• Principles of good governance
• Accountability and transparency in the public sector
• Stakeholder engagement and participation
Strategic Planning and Decision Making
• Strategic planning process
• Aligning organizational goals with public sector objectives
• Decision-making frameworks and techniques
Human Resource Management in the Public Sector
• Recruitment and selection
• Performance management
• Training and development
Financial Management and Budgeting
• Principles of public sector finance
• Budgeting processes and techniques
• Financial reporting and control
Risk Management and Internal Control
• Risk identification and assessment
• Internal control systems
• Fraud prevention and detection
Monitoring and Evaluation
• Performance measurement frameworks
• Monitoring and evaluation techniques
• Continuous improvement and learning
Fiscal Sustainability Techniques
• Revenue generation and collection
• Expenditure management
• Debt management and financing options
Public-Private Partnerships and Outsourcing
• Principles of public-private partnerships
• Outsourcing and service delivery models
• Contract management and performance monitoring
Ethics and Integrity in the Public Sector
• Ethical principles and codes of conduct
• Conflict of interest management
• Whistle-blowing and reporting mechanisms

Methodology
The training methodology integrates lectures, interactive discussions, collaborative group exercises, and illustrative examples. Participants will acquire a blend of theoretical insights and hands-on practical experience, emphasizing the application of learned techniques. This approach ensures that attendees return to their professional environments equipped with both the competence and self-assurance to effectively implement the acquired skills in their responsibilities.

DATE:
1ST BATCH:        18th – 21st Feb,               2025      

2ND BATCH:       24th – 27th June,              2025
3RDBATCH:        4th – 7th Nov,                    2025