Public Management Research Association (PMRA)

The Public Management Research Association (PMRA) is a nonprofit academic membership association that furthers research on public organizations which over the years has substantially increased in size and influence. The Public Management Research Association Conference has become the foremost gathering of leading public management scholars in the US and around the world. In addition, PMRA now publishes the Journal of Public Administration Research and Theory (JPART), one of the premier journals in the field. A second journal, Perspectives on Public Management and Governance (PPMG), debuted in 2017

 

Take a Virtual Tour of PMRA's New Website!

Explore all the features and resources available on PMRA's newly designed website by taking our virtual tour. Whether you're a visitor or a member, this guided experience will help you familiarize yourself with key sections like the Job Board, Forums, Directory, and more.

Discover how to make the most of your time on the site and navigate with ease. Start the tour today and see everything the PMRA website has to offer!

 

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PMRC 2025

Seoul National University | June 25-28, 2025 | Seoul, South Korea

The Graduate School of Public Administration (GSPA) at Seoul National University (SNU) warmly invites public management scholars to the 2025 Public Management Research Conference. 

For any inquiries regarding conference registration and payments, please contact the conference organizers at [email protected].

 

Early-bird Registration Deadline for PMRC 2025 Extended to April 2, 2025

To better accommodate requests from many prospective attendees, SNU has extended the early-bird registration deadline for PMRC Seoul to April 2, 2025 (Korean Standard Time).
Please note: If you plan to register for PMRA membership prior to signing up for PMRC Seoul, you must complete your PMRA registration by March 28, 2025, to qualify for the PMRA member rate.

PMRC 2025 Website

Member Benefits

Join the Public Management Research Association (PMRA) and gain access to exclusive benefits, including subscriptions to premier journals (JPART and PPMG), discounted registration for the Annual Public Management Research Conference (PMRC), and recognition through prestigious awards. Stay informed with weekly updates on events, career opportunities, and research developments in public management. For membership assistance, contact the Secretariat at [email protected]. Read more.

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Job Board, Announcement Center & Forums

Job Board   |   Announcements   |   Forums

PMRA offers three distinct platforms for sharing information: the Job Board, the Announcements, and the Forums.

Job Board: Exclusively for posting job opportunities in public management and related fields

Announcements: For all other updates, including event announcements, calls for papers, special issues, and general news

Forums: A space for members and conference attendees to engage in discussions, share insights, and collaborate on topics related to public management
 

Management Matters | Fall 2024 Issue

Management Matters is PMRA's biannual newsletter, released in the fall and spring. 

 

Submit News of the Profession for the Spring 2025 Issue!
Deadline: April 7, 2025
Submit News for Spring 2025 Issue

 

Management Matters Fall 2024

 Management Matters Archive

The Fall 2024 issue features:
• President & Association Manager's Letter | Robert Christensen & Kellye Mazzoli
• A Short Note on Plans, Planning, and RIP the Old PMRA Website  | Zach Mohr
• Public Management Research Conference 2025
• Updates from PPMG | Jessica Sowa & Kim Isett
• Awards & Achievements
• Recent & Forthcoming Publications
• Career Updates & Advancements 
Contact the Secretariat with questions about the Management Matters newsletter at [email protected].