Overview

ANZSOG’s research program is a collaborative initiative of governments and universities that focuses on innovative, cutting-edge research into public administration, policy and management. The program was established to expand our understanding of government policy and public sector management issues and to ensure this knowledge is disseminated to the broader community.

The ANZSOG research agenda aims to:

  • contribute to continuing reform of the public sector 
  • support the development of best practice in government 
  • inform debate on key public administration issues 
  • maintain the quality of our education programs 
  • deepen public understanding of government.

Networking and collaboration

ANZSOG’s distinct approach favours networked, collaborative research that delivers practical solutions and outcomes for government. A key characteristic of the program is that research projects must involve “buy-in” from both government and academics. Using this framework, ANZSOG’s research combines theory with practice – and academic with practitioner. Research teams are actively collaborating across Australian and New Zealand jurisdictions, as well as in the Asia-Pacific region, North America and Europe.