This journal publishes research on public administration, focusing on comparative analysis of administrative systems, local government challenges, public control mechanisms, and the impact of governance principles on organizational performance. Articles explore topics such as deconcentrated state administration, EU fund absorption by local governments, machine learning in public management, and the professional development of municipal employees.
Institute for Public Administration, Croatian and Comparative Public Administration
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1848-0357 / 1849-2150
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Scopus
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APC fees clearly disclosed?
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Not on predatory/blacklists?
✓ Clean
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Publication & Citation Trend
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SJR Quartile by Discipline
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LawQ3
Public AdministrationQ4
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Public Administration
Scopus Categories
LawPublic Administration
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Regional Development and Management StudiesLocal Government Finance and DecentralizationEuropean and International Law StudiesEuropean Union Policy and GovernanceOmbudsman and Human RightsRegional Development and PolicyEuropean Criminal Justice and Data ProtectionPublic Policy and Administration ResearchMigration, Refugees, and IntegrationGlobal Socioeconomic and Political Dynamics