The Impact of Internal Management on Organizational Performance

Abstract

This dissertation explores the impact of internal management on the performance of public organizations. This research descends from the management matters research agenda and uses the Meier/O'Toole model to present the organizational process. I identify five types of internal management: goal setting, human resource management, structure (delegation), budgeting and technology (use). Additionally, I identify multiple indicators of performance: efficiency, outputs, service outcomes, responsiveness and democratic outcomes. The development of measures of internal management and the use of multiple performance indicators will allow for the development of a strategic guide for management.