Based on surveys taken by executive branch federal employees in 1992 and 2010, the most frequently cited wrongdoing that survey respondents reported having observed in the previous 12 months was 'waste caused by a badly managed program.' Employees were reluctant to report this wasteful activity because of:

MCQs on historical roots, theorists, and practical applications of public administration. Topics include: Classic and contemporary theories/theorists across the various sub-disciplines including but not limited to human resources, organizational theory and behavior, performance management, and equity and inclusion. Also how public administration as a science and art has evolved since 1887.