What Skills Do I Need To Pursue A Career In Public Management And Administration?
This will depend on the area of specialisation that you want to go into – for example: if you want to go into human resource management within the public sector, you will need to have relevant knowledge of HR practices, as well as communication skills, interpersonal skills, organisational skills, negotiation skills, and dispute resolution skills. However, there are also some general skills and characteristics that will help you if you want to get ahead in the field of public administration or management:
- Written and verbal communication skills
- Problem solving skills
- Time management skills
- Sound knowledge of government processes
- Strong focus on service delivery
- Ability to work in a team
