Dnipro Academy of Continuing Education Herald. Series: Public Management and Administration

TRANSFORMATION OF THE MILITARY EDUCATION SYSTEM IN THE CONDITIONS OF SECURITY CHALLENGES: THE MANAGEMENT DIMENSION

2026-04-24T10:20:32+00:00

The article examines the managerial dimension of the transformation of the military education system of Ukraine in the context of dynamic changes in the
security environment. The relevance of the study is due to the combination of open military aggression against Ukraine and complex hybrid threats, in particular
cyber operations, information influences, sabotage activities and psychological pressure, which significantly complicate the functioning of the security and defense
sector. Under such conditions, traditional models of military personnel training are not effective enough, which necessitates the need for systematic modernization
of military education based on a managerial approach. It is substantiated that the transformation of the military education system is a purposeful process of
structural, regulatory, substantive and institutional changes aimed at ensuring its compliance with the modern needs of the state’s defense policy. The content
of the concept of «security challenges» is revealed and their classification is carried out according to the main types: military, hybrid and cyber threats. It
is proven that the complex nature of modern threats requires the integration of managerial, organizational and educational response mechanisms, as well as the
implementation of adaptive management and risk-oriented planning. The role of state policy in the security and defense sector as a key tool for the transformation
of military education is analyzed, its strategic, regulatory, coordination, resource and evaluation functions are determined. The importance of the institutional
capacity of the educational subsystem, capable of ensuring high-quality training of military personnel in accordance with international standards and current
combat experience, is emphasized. It is argued that military education is not only an educational branch, but also an institutional mechanism for strengthening
the defense capability and resilience of the state. The conclusion is made about the need to synchronize the development of military education with defense
planning, personnel policy and strategic goals of national security, which will ensure its increased effectiveness in conditions of prolonged military and hybrid
confrontation.

PLURALISM OF METHODOLOGIES IN THE COURSE “PHILOSOPHY OF SCIENCE” AS A FACTOR IN THE FORMATION OF RESEARCH COMPETENCE OF POSTGRADUATE STUDENTS IN PUBLIC MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION

2026-04-24T10:17:32+00:00

The article provides a theoretical analysis of the role of methodological pluralism in contemporary science and substantiates its significance for the development of research competence of PhD students within the system of third-level higher education training in the specialty of Public Administration and Management. The relevance of the study is determined by the growing complexity of scientific knowledge, the interdisciplinary nature of modern research, and the need to develop researchers’ ability to navigate a variety of theoretical approaches and methodological strategies.

It is shown that in contemporary philosophy of science methodological pluralism is considered an important characteristic of the development of scientific knowledge, reflecting the coexistence of different research programmes, theoretical models, and explanatory concepts. Recognition of the plurality of methodological approaches contributes to a deeper analysis of complex social phenomena and opens opportunities for integrating various research strategies and conceptual frameworks.

Particular attention is paid to the significance of methodological pluralism in social and administrative research, where the objects of analysis are characterized by multidimensionality, dynamism, and interaction of different social institutions. In this context, the expediency of combining different methodological approaches and research methods is substantiated, which makes it possible to ensure a more comprehensive analysis of public administration processes.

It is argued that the course “Philosophy of Science” plays an important role in developing the methodological culture of future researchers and constitutes an essential component of PhD training in higher education. The use of methodological pluralism principles in teaching this course contributes to the development of critical thinking, the ability for methodological reflection, and the conscious selection of research strategies. The study concludes that integrating the ideas of methodological pluralism into the content and teaching methodology of the Philosophy of Science course contributes to the development of research competence of PhD students, the formation of their methodological culture, and the improvement of the quality of scientific research in the field of public administration.

ADAPTIVE MANAGEMENT OF THE BUDGET PROCESS DURING WAR: THE EXPERIENCE OF UKRAINE

2026-04-24T10:18:06+00:00

The article examines adaptive management of the budget process under martial law and heightened macroeconomic uncertainty. It is substantiated that under conditions of large-scale security shocks, traditional budget planning mechanisms oriented toward stability and predictability of fiscal parameters significantly lose their effectiveness. In such circumstances, the ability of the public finance system to respond promptly to external challenges, reallocate budget resources, and maintain the financial stability of the state becomes crucial.

The purpose of the study is to develop a conceptual model of adaptive management of the budget process during wartime, to identify criteria for assessing its effectiveness, and to determine the limits of managerial discretion under the crisis functioning of the budget system. The research employs methods of structural analysis, statistical measures of variation, and econometric tools, including the structural adaptation index based on the L1-metric, the coefficient of variation, and the Chow structural break test.

A model of adaptive budget management is proposed, which includes scenario budgeting, mechanisms for the rapid reallocation of budget resources, centralized coordination of the budget process, liquidity management of public finances, and a feedback system for the regular adjustment of budget decisions. It is shown that the effectiveness of adaptive management depends on the speed of decision-making, the flexibility of the expenditure structure, coordination between different levels of government, and the ability to control fiscal risks.

Based on the analysis of the structure of state budget expenditures of Ukraine for 2021–2025, it is established that the beginning of the full-scale war caused a sharp transformation of budget priorities and a significant reallocation of resources in favor of the security and defense sector. The results of the structural adaptation index indicate a phase of shock restructuring of the budget system in 2022, followed by a transition to a stage of stabilization adaptation.

The scientific novelty of the study lies in the proposed approach to the comprehensive assessment of the adaptability of the budget process, which combines the analysis of structural shifts, the measurement of financial turbulence, and the identification of regime changes in the functioning of the budget system. The practical significance of the results lies in the possibility of applying the proposed tools to improve wartime budgeting mechanisms and to develop strategies for the post-crisis stabilization of public finances.

DIGITALIZATION OF HEALTH MANAGEMENT PROCESSES AS A TOOL FOR IMPROVING THE EFFICIENCY OF POST-WAR RECOVERY

2026-04-24T10:18:45+00:00

The article examines the role of digitalization of healthcare management processes as a tool for increasing the efficiency of the system's functioning in the context of military challenges and post-war reconstruction of Ukraine. The relevance of the study is due to the need to modernize public management mechanisms in the healthcare sector, increase the efficiency of resource use, and ensure the sustainability of the medical system in the context of large-scale transformations. Modern scientific approaches to interpreting the concepts of digitalization and digital transformation in public management, as well as their application in the healthcare sector, are analyzed. It is determined that digitalization of management processes involves the integration of information and communication technologies into the management system, which contributes to increased transparency, efficiency of management decision-making, improved interinstitutional interaction, and more efficient use of financial, human, and material and technical resources. Particular attention is paid to the analysis of digital tools for managing the healthcare system, in particular electronic medical records, telemedicine, big data analytics and artificial intelligence technologies, which create opportunities for optimizing resource management, monitoring the state of medical infrastructure and forecasting the population's needs for medical services. It is substantiated that the use of digital platforms and integrated information systems contributes to the formation of a single information space for the healthcare system, which allows increasing management efficiency and ensuring better provision of medical services. A conceptual model for digitalizing healthcare system management is proposed, which involves the integration of digital tools into the public management system at the strategic, managerial and operational levels and ensures interaction between state authorities, regional management structures, medical institutions and citizens. It is proven that digitalizing management processes can be an important tool for increasing the efficiency of restoring the healthcare system of Ukraine, ensuring transparency of management processes, coordination between management entities and optimizing the use of resources during the post-war reconstruction period.

INSTITUTIONAL POLICY OF AN EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION AS A TOOL FOR IMPLEMENTING STATE EDUCATIONAL REFORMS

2026-04-24T04:56:12+00:00

The article reveals the essence of the institutional policy of an educational institution as a tool for implementing state educational reforms. It has been established that the effectiveness of the implementation of state educational policy largely depends on the content, systematicity, and consistency of institutional policies with legislative requirements and the development strategy of the educational institution. It has been determined that the formation of internal policies is due to the need to adapt state strategies and reforms to the specific conditions of the educational institution's activities, the characteristics of the educational environment, human resources potential, and the needs of education seekers. It is through the development and implementation of such policies that national educational priorities are transformed into specific management practices.

It is noted that the internal policies of an educational institution are a set of regulatory, managerial and organizational documents that define the principles, rules and procedures of the educational institution's activities, and they are based on the strategic goals of the development of the educational institution, the regulatory and legal principles of the functioning of the educational system, as well as internal regulatory mechanisms aimed at ensuring the quality of education, academic integrity, effective management and innovative development of the educational environment.

It was noted that the institutional policies of general secondary education institutions in conditions of martial law and increased socio-economic instability contribute to the implementation of state priorities in the field of security of participants in the educational process, the organization of distance and blended learning, ensuring the accessibility of education for internally displaced persons, as well as supporting the psychological well-being of education seekers and teachers. At the same time, the effectiveness of such policies depends on their systematic nature, compliance with regulatory requirements, and the level of management capacity of the institution's administration.

The problems of implementing state educational policy in Ukraine, modernizing education management, and forming institutional mechanisms for ensuring the quality of education are actively studied in the works of Ukrainian scientists. A significant contribution to the study of educational policy issues, the development of education quality assurance systems, and reforming the education system was made by V. Kremen, V. Lugovyi, Zh. Talanova, and S. Kalashnikova (2022). The problems of implementing state educational policy in Ukraine, modernizing education management, and forming institutional mechanisms for ensuring the quality of education are actively studied in the works of Ukrainian scientists. A significant contribution to the study of educational policy issues, the development of education quality assurance systems, and reforming the education system was made by V. Kremen, V. Lugovyi, Zh. Talanova, and S. Kalashnikova (2022).

The issue of institutional policy of a general education institution and the implementation of reforms defined by the New Ukrainian School concept is covered in the works of L. M. Kalinina, O. I. Kasyanova, and O. I. Marmazy, which consider the mechanisms for implementing state educational reforms, building internal systems for ensuring the quality of education, and developing the institutional policy of educational institutions.

It has been proven that internal policies are an important tool for coordinating the activities of participants in the educational process, ensuring the alignment of strategic goals of state educational policy with practical mechanisms for their implementation at the level of an individual educational institution.

THE ROLE OF THE NATIONAL POLICE IN ENSURING THE STABILITY OF TERRITORIAL COMMUNITIES

2026-04-24T10:16:41+00:00

The article examines the role of the National Police of Ukraine in ensuring the stability of territorial communities in the face of modern security challenges and full-scale armed aggression against Ukraine. It is substantiated that the stability of territorial communities is an important component of the national security of the state, since it is at the local level that the vital activity of the population, maintenance of public security, response to crisis situations and protection of critical infrastructure are ensured. Scientific approaches to understanding the categories of “territorial community”, “community capacity” and “stability” are analyzed, and modern research devoted to the functioning of territorial communities and the role of law enforcement agencies in ensuring public security is considered. It is established that the effectiveness of the functioning of communities largely depends on the interaction of local government bodies, military administrations, state institutions and law enforcement agencies. Particular attention is paid to the analysis of the regulatory and legal principles for ensuring the stability of territorial communities under martial law, in particular legislative changes aimed at increasing the efficiency of management decisions and coordination between public administration entities. It is proven that the National Police of Ukraine is an important entity for ensuring the internal stability of the state and plays a key role in forming a safe environment at the local level. The article reveals the main areas of police activity during martial law, including maintaining public order, combating crime and looting, protecting critical infrastructure, participating in evacuation and humanitarian measures, combating information threats and cybercrime. It is substantiated that an important element of ensuring the stability of communities is the partnership between the police and local governments, public organizations and the population. A special role in this process is played by the development of the “Community Police Officer” project, which contributes to increasing the level of trust in law enforcement agencies and strengthening preventive activities. It has been established that the role of the National Police in ensuring the stability of territorial communities is implemented through a system of interrelated functions: preventive, security, coordination, communication and partnership, and reactive in crisis conditions.

DOMESTIC SECURITY AND DEFENSE PROCUREMENT SYSTEM: STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS, PROBLEMS AND PROSPECTS FOR IMPROVEMENT

2026-04-24T10:26:10+00:00

The article presents a structural analysis of the procurement system of the domestic security and defense sector under martial law and the transformation of state governance mechanisms. It is substantiated that the effectiveness of the defense procurement system is of decisive importance for ensuring national security, the state's defense capability, and the proper use of budget resources. It is established that in modern conditions, the defense procurement system of Ukraine operates in an environment of high uncertainty, dynamic external and internal threats, which necessitates its adaptation to new security and management realities. The study reveals the essence of the defense procurement system as a complex institutional and legal mechanism that encompasses a set of subjects, objects, processes, legal norms, and control instruments aimed at meeting the needs of the security and defense sector. The structure of the system at the macro and micro levels is characterized, the political-strategic, executive and control-supervisory levels are highlighted, and the role of key actors is analyzed, in particular the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine, the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine, the Defense Procurement Agency, state customers, suppliers and state control bodies.

Particular attention is paid to the transformation of defense procurement under the influence of martial law, the simplification of procedures, the development of centralized and decentralized procurement models, as well as the implementation of digital management tools, in particular the DOT-Chain system and the Brave1 innovative platform. The main problems of the system's functioning are identified, including an insufficient level of transparency, limited competition, the presence of corruption risks, institutional difficulties in control and the need for further harmonization of legislation with NATO and EU standards.

It was concluded that further improvement of Ukraine's defense procurement system requires a comprehensive approach, which includes strengthening the institutional capacity of management entities, developing digitalization, improving control mechanisms, supporting the domestic defense-industrial complex, and expanding international cooperation in the field of security and defense.

PUBLIC GOVERNANCE OF ENVIRONMENTAL AND BIOSAFETY IN TERRITORIAL COMMUNITIES: AN INTERDISCIPLINARY APPROACH

2026-04-24T05:09:05+00:00

The article provides a theoretical interpretation of the features of public governance of environmental and biological safety in territorial communities within the framework of an interdisciplinary approach. It is substantiated that modern transformations of the public governance system, decentralization processes, increasing environmental risks, the spread of zoonotic diseases, and the intensification of anthropogenic pressure on ecosystems necessitate the development of an integrated system for managing the safety of territories. It is argued that environmental and biological safety of territorial communities should be considered as a component of a broader system of sustainable territorial development that requires coordination of environmental, veterinary, sanitary-epidemiological, and social policies.

The study analyzes contemporary scientific approaches to the governance of socio-ecological systems and identifies the role of the One Health concept in shaping integrated models of territorial safety governance. It is demonstrated that the implementation of an interdisciplinary approach requires strengthening institutional interaction between state authorities, local self-government bodies, research institutions, and civil society organizations. Particular attention is paid to the role of local governance in ensuring environmental and biological safety, since territorial communities are the level where most ecological and biological risks manifest.

The research substantiates that strategic planning of social development, the application of project management tools, and the use of information and communication technologies are important instruments for strengthening governance mechanisms in this field. It is concluded that the development of an effective system of public governance of environmental and biological safety in territorial communities requires integration of interdisciplinary governance mechanisms, improvement of inter-institutional coordination, and strengthening the institutional capacity of local self-government. Such an approach will contribute to increasing the resilience of territorial communities to environmental and biological risks and to ensuring sustainable territorial development.

SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT AS A FACTOR IN FORMING MODERN POLICY

2026-04-24T05:12:29+00:00

The article examines sustainable development as a system-forming factor in the transformation of state policy and public administration in the context of modern global challenges and martial law in Ukraine. It is substantiated that sustainable development goes beyond the traditional interpretation as a balance of economic, social and environmental components and acquires the importance of a methodological basis for the formation of modern policy focused on long-term sustainability, institutional capacity and security aspects of development. Scientific approaches to understanding sustainable development as a tool for strategic planning, institutional modernization and digital transformation of public administration are analyzed. It is established that the key areas for implementing the principles of sustainable development are the introduction of innovative management mechanisms, the development of digital technologies, strengthening intersectoral interaction and regional policy focused on reducing disparities and increasing the well-being of citizens. Particular attention is paid to the role of economic security, energy conservation and modernization of the economy as components of sustainable development policy, as well as the importance of the institutional environment in ensuring the effectiveness of public administration. It is proven that the integration of sustainable development principles contributes to increasing the transparency, efficiency and adaptability of state institutions, which is critically important in the context of military and post-crisis transformations. Such integration allows state institutions to respond more quickly to crisis challenges, minimize risks and ensure the continuity of the public sector, which is critically important in the context of military and post-crisis transformations. It is emphasized that sustainable development is not only a concept, but also a practical tool for forming a state sustainability policy consistent with international standards and the Sustainable Development Goals. The need for further research into the mechanisms for integrating sustainable development principles into the processes of forming and implementing state policy in Ukraine is identified.

PROBLEMS AND OPPORTUNITIES OF PUBLIC MANAGEMENT IN THE SPHERE OF HEALTH CARE: A PRACTICAL DIMENSION

2026-04-24T05:15:41+00:00

The article is devoted to the analysis of the problems and opportunities of public administration in the healthcare sector of Ukraine with an emphasis on the practical dimension of the implementation of management decisions. The role of public administration in ensuring the accessibility and quality of medical services is considered, and a key gap between declared policies and their implementation at the level of medical institutions is identified. Based on the analysis of modern scientific research and regulatory documents, the main approaches to managing the healthcare system are identified, including financial mechanisms, digitalization and decentralization. Particular attention is paid to the impact of reforms, European integration processes and crisis challenges on the functioning of the healthcare system.

The article emphasizes that the effectiveness of public administration largely depends on its ability to take into account the real conditions of medical practice. Based on the practical experience of a doctor, key challenges are analyzed, in particular, overload of medical workers, administrative pressure, uneven access to services and limited resources. It is determined that existing management mechanisms do not always correspond to clinical reality, which negatively affects the quality of medical care.

The main directions of improving public administration are outlined, among which the key is to strengthen the role of practical experience of medical professionals in the process of policy formation, which allows to increase their realism and effectiveness.

Special attention is paid to increasing the autonomy of health care institutions, which creates opportunities for more flexible resource management, adaptation to local needs and increasing the efficiency of activities at the level of specific medical institutions. The feasibility of transitioning to more flexible, adaptive and practice-oriented models of public administration is emphasized, which are able to promptly respond to changes, take into account the real conditions of the system's functioning and ensure a balance between management requirements and the needs of patients and medical professionals.

MILITARY-ORIENTED TRAINING IN HIGHER PHARMACEUTICAL EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS OF UKRAINE: MANAGEMENT ASPECT OF IMPLEMENTATION OF STATE POLICY

2026-04-24T05:19:08+00:00

The article examines the managerial aspects of the implementation of basic military training in higher education institutions of Ukraine under martial law and the transformation of state policy in the field of national security and defense. It is substantiated that the implementation of basic military training is a response to modern security challenges and is aimed at forming citizens' readiness to defend the state, as well as increasing the resilience of society. The regulatory and legal principles for the implementation of this training are determined, in particular the role of legislation on national resistance and by-laws regulating its organization in higher education institutions.

The scientific approaches to understanding basic military training as a multi-level system combining theoretical, pedagogical, legal and methodological components are analyzed, and the insufficient development of its managerial dimension is established. It is substantiated that the effectiveness of the implementation of basic military training depends on the quality of public administration, interdepartmental coordination, resource provision and organizational mechanisms for its implementation.

Particular attention is paid to the specifics of the implementation of basic military training in the pharmaceutical education system, where it provides a combination of professional training with elements of medical and logistical support of military formations. It is shown that the integration of military training into the training of future pharmacists contributes to the formation of complex competencies necessary for activities in wartime and emergency situations. It is determined that basic military training in higher education institutions is an important management mechanism for implementing state policy aimed at increasing defense capabilities, developing institutional and social stability, as well as training specialists for activities in conditions of military and post-crisis transformations. The need for further improvement of management approaches, regulatory support and interagency cooperation in this area is substantiated.

MECHANISMS OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION FOR PROVIDING PROFESSIONAL SUPPORT (IMPLEMENTATION OF SUPERVISION) TO TEACHING STAFF IN UKRAINE

2026-04-24T05:22:29+00:00

Supervision as a tool of professional support and professional development, within which the analysis of a specialist’s activities, the search for ways of professional growth, and the improvement of work quality are carried out, is widely used in the social sphere as well as in psychological and psychotherapeutic assistance. In recent years, supervision measures have been actively introduced into the field of education in order to implement the main provisions of the “New Ukrainian School” concept, comply with professional standards, overcome professional difficulties, promote the professional and personal development of teachers, and prevent their emotional and professional burnout. Regulatory and legal acts in Ukraine define the functions of supervision, regulate the procedure for training regional supervisors, as well as the procedure and forms of providing professional support and assistance to pedagogical workers who ensure the educational process at the level of primary and basic secondary education. Conducting supervision in general secondary education institutions involves the analysis and objective assessment of teachers’ professional activities, professional counseling, assistance in overcoming difficulties, and support in identifying personal motivation resources and directions for continuous professional development. The provision of professional support and assistance is carried out exclusively on a voluntary basis and may take place in face-to-face, distance, or blended formats. An important aspect of implementing supervisory measures is the functioning of public administration mechanisms for providing professional support and assistance to teaching staff. The sources of financing for supervision include funds from the state budget, local budgets, and other sources not prohibited by law. For the implementation of supervision in general secondary education institutions during 2024–2025, subventions from the state budget to local budgets were allocated. The article analyzes the effectiveness of implementing public administration mechanisms for supervision in the field of general secondary education and the use of subvention funds for the training of regional supervisors and the implementation of supervisory activities. The main directions for improving the mechanisms of providing professional support and assistance to teaching staff are identified.

THE ROLE OF RECOMMENDATION SYSTEMS IN THE FORMATION OF DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIES FOR TERRITORIAL COMMUNITIES

2026-04-24T05:26:09+00:00

The article is devoted to the study of the role of recommendation systems (RS) in the formation and optimization of development strategies of territorial communities (TC) in the conditions of decentralization, digitalization and increasing complexity of management processes. The relevance of the use of innovative digital technologies, in particular artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML) and big data analytics, as tools for increasing the efficiency of strategic planning, the validity of management decisions and the involvement of citizens in the local governance process is substantiated. It is determined that in conditions of rapid socio-economic changes, local governments need modern analytical solutions capable of providing a timely response to the needs of the community and changes in the external environment. The principles of functioning of recommendation systems are analyzed, which allow processing large data sets, identifying hidden patterns, forming relevant recommendations and predicting promising development trends. It was found that (RS) can integrate data from various sources, including statistical databases, electronic platforms for interaction with residents, budget indicators and quality of life indicators. The key advantages of using RS in the strategic management of TGs are identified: reducing the risks of subjectivity, increasing transparency and accountability to the community, as well as substantiating decisions based on objective analytics. International examples of the application of recommendatory approaches in the field of public management are given, in particular the experience of Barcelona, where digital solutions are used to optimize city services and improve the quality of management. The challenges of implementation (technical, financial, personnel) and ways to overcome them through the use of cloud technologies and state support are investigated. It is concluded that recommendatory systems are an integral tool of modern strategic management, contributing to the transformation of TGs into dynamic and adaptive communities.

INSTITUTIONAL RESILIENCE OF LOCAL GOVERNMENTS UNDER WARTIME CONDITIONS: ADAPTIVE GOVERNANCE AND RECOVERY MECHANISMS

2026-04-24T05:29:31+00:00

The article examines the institutional resilience of local self-government bodies under martial law as a complex characteristic of the public administration system, combining the ability to maintain functional capacity, adapt to crisis challenges, and ensure the recovery of territorial communities. It is emphasized that under current conditions institutional resilience acquires a dynamic nature and is understood as a process of continuous transformation of governance practices aimed at maintaining stability and ensuring development.

The study generalizes scientific approaches to understanding institutional resilience, adaptive governance, and post-crisis recovery, which makes it possible to identify the key components of ensuring the resilience of local self-government bodies. It is established that their effectiveness under martial law depends on the ability to implement interconnected governance mechanisms, among which digitalization of management processes, development of polycentric governance models, cross-sectoral interaction, strategic planning, and crisis response instruments are of particular importance.

The international experience of ensuring institutional resilience is analyzed, confirming the effectiveness of integrated governance approaches that combine centralized coordination with decentralized implementation of decisions while taking into account local specifics. It is substantiated that the recovery of territorial communities should be considered as an integral component of institutional resilience, implemented through the application of a project-based approach, effective financial resource management, attraction of international assistance, and the development of long-term strategies.

The necessity of a comprehensive combination of adaptation and recovery mechanisms as a basis for strengthening the resilience of local self-government bodies is substantiated. The results obtained can be used to improve the public administration system, enhance the effectiveness of governance decisions, and ensure sustainable development of territorial communities under wartime and post-war transformations.

CONCEPTUALIZATION OF THE SCIENTIFIC PARADIGM OF REGULATING ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION

2026-04-24T05:33:20+00:00

The article systematizes modern scientific approaches to the study of artificial intelligence in public administration. The main dimensions of the scientific paradigm are identified, namely theoretical and methodological, institutional and managerial, legal, ethical, socially participatory and applied. Based on the analysis of foreign and domestic research, the main scientific approaches to understanding artificial intelligence as a socio-technical phenomenon that functions at the intersection of technologies, institutions, law and society are systematized. Five key dimensions of the study are identified: theoretical and methodological, institutional and managerial, legal and ethical, socially participatory, and the Ukrainian context. It is proven that the implementation of AI transforms the logic of managerial decision-making, changes the nature of accountability, strengthens the role of data and necessitates the need to ensure transparency, fairness and control of algorithmic systems.

Particular attention is paid to the risk-based approach to regulation, the principle of algorithmic accountability, data management and public involvement in the processes of policy formation in the field of AI. It is substantiated that the effectiveness and legitimacy of the use of artificial intelligence in the public sector are determined not only by technological characteristics, but also by the level of institutional capacity of the state, the quality of regulatory and legal support and public trust. The generalization of theoretical approaches and international experience made it possible to propose a holistic model of institutional regulation of artificial intelligence in public administration, which combines regulatory, institutional, infrastructural, ethical and participatory components. The novelty of the study lies in the formation of an integrated approach to understanding AI as an institutional element of the public administration system. The practical significance of the results lies in the possibility of their use for the development of public policy, improvement of regulatory mechanisms and introduction of innovations in the activities of government bodies

DECENTRALIZATION AND GLOCALIZATION OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION: NEW MODELS FOR REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT

2026-04-24T05:36:31+00:00

The article examines the interrelation between decentralization and glocalization processes in public administration as key drivers of the transformation of contemporary regional development models. It is argued that decentralization, while retaining its role as a fundamental institutional mechanism for the redistribution of powers and resources, is no longer limited to a purely administrative reform. Instead, it is increasingly embedded in broader governance transformations characterized by multi-level interaction among national, regional, and local actors.

The study demonstrates that the expansion of governance practices, the emergence of network-based forms of interaction, and the growing impact of global factors necessitate a reconsideration of decentralization within a wider analytical framework. In this context, decentralization is interpreted not as an isolated process but as an integral component of complex structural changes in public administration. It has been proven that the interaction between decentralization and glocalization facilitates the transition from hierarchical to network-based models of public governance, in which coordination, partnership, and the integration of different levels of government play a key role. The expediency of developing new models of regional development based on the combination of local resources with global opportunities, innovation, openness, and resilience to external challenges has been substantiated. It has been established that their effectiveness depends on the ability of territories to engage in strategic planning, attract investment, develop human capital, and implement modern management tools. It is concluded that the effectiveness of such models depends on the ability of regions to strengthen institutional capacity, enhance strategic planning, attract investment, and implement modern governance tools. The findings highlight the importance of aligning governance approaches across different levels and developing new mechanisms of interaction that ensure both global integration and the preservation of regional specificity.

STRATEGIC CHALLENGES FOR THE PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION SYSTEM IN THE POST-WAR RECONSTRUCTION OF UKRAINE

2026-04-24T05:43:45+00:00

The key components of the effectiveness of post-war reconstruction and further socio-economic evolution are systematized, among which economic, institutional and socio-humanitarian are highlighted. Initiatives aimed at forming perspective plans for post-war reconstruction of Ukraine are studied, in particular, those that were presented at international events in Lugano and Berlin. One of the defining challenges of post-war reconstruction is characterized as the aggravation of the demographic crisis, which is determined by intensive migration flows and is accompanied by a complex of negative socio-cultural and socio-economic consequences. The migration impact and deepening of demographic disintegration are noted as a provocateur of systemic volatility in the labor market and a decrease in labor resource potential. The need to form a substantiated concept of socio-economic development with a strategic emphasis on endogenous determinants of human capital is identified. The state investment strategy is identified as a key vector for regulating socio-economic dynamics in the context of the structural transformation of social production, intensification of scientific and technological development and adaptation to global challenges. Priority sectoral vectors of post-war investment are described and proposals for institutional modernization of the investment environment are presented, which are based on the priority system of territorial restoration and assessment of the economic potential of regions. Key structural components of strategic innovative development are outlined for the qualitative transformation of management and technological processes, as well as increasing the level of competitiveness of the national economy in the conditions of dynamic changes in the global market. The critical importance of implementing the conceptual principles of Industry 4.0 as an important element of the architecture of post-war restoration of the economy of Ukraine, forming the prerequisites for scaling investment processes and ensuring the long-term sustainability of the national economic system is identified. The priority of creating a system for monitoring the implementation of restoration programs for the operational adaptation of strategic priorities is fixed.

FOREIGN MODELS OF THE SOCIAL MECHANISM OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION OF LABOR POTENTIAL DEVELOPMENT

2026-04-24T05:46:49+00:00

The article considers the problems of theoretical and applied aspects of the functioning of the social and labor sphere in the conditions of modern socio-economic transformations. A comprehensive analysis of foreign models of ensuring decent work at all levels of management of labor potential development is carried out, and the need to adapt the best world practices to Ukrainian realities is substantiated, taking into account national characteristics. It is determined that foreign models of the social mechanism of public management of labor potential development are based on an effective combination of state regulatory instruments, market mechanisms and social partnership institutions. Such models are aimed at improving the quality of the workforce, ensuring labor market flexibility, stimulating employment and proper social protection of workers. It is proven that foreign experience confirms the effectiveness of the transition from traditional social security to the concept of social investment, within which the development of labor potential is considered as a key factor in ensuring sustainable economic growth. It is emphasized that Ukraine has chosen a strategic course for integration into the European Union, which is defined as a key priority of both foreign and domestic state policy, entailing profound institutional and socio-economic transformations. The implementation of the provisions of the Association Agreement between Ukraine and the EU involves not only the adaptation of national legislation to the norms of EU law, but also the implementation of European social standards in the process of forming and developing labor potential. In this regard, the study of foreign experience in the formation and development of labor policy, as well as mechanisms and instruments of public administration in developed and transitional European countries, with the aim of their further implementation in Ukraine, is of particular relevance.