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Background and Establishment

The Modern Public Administrative Science Journal was established in 2024 by the Faculty of Management Science, Sakon Nakhon Rajabhat University, under its former name Journal of Public and Private Issues (JPPI). It was founded with a vision to create an international academic platform for disseminating high-quality research and scholarly articles in the fields of public administration and public affairs.

During its early years, the journal accepted only English-language submissions, with the aim of promoting international academic dissemination and building scholarly networks, particularly within the ASEAN and Asian regions. The journal received positive recognition from both domestic and international scholars and researchers who were interested in public administration and public policy issues within the context of Thailand and the broader region.

Development of the Journal

On 31 October 2025, the journal underwent a major transformation in both name and submission policy. It was renamed Modern Public Administrative Science and expanded its submission criteria to include Thai-language articles in addition to English-language ones.

This significant change stemmed from the journal’s recognition of its growing international role, emerging needs, and its diverse function as a platform for academic knowledge dissemination. The major reasons include:

1. Supporting the Growth of the Thai Research Community

Between 2024 and 2025, the number of Thai researchers, university lecturers, and graduate students conducting research on public administration and public policy steadily increased—particularly in areas concerning local administration, Thai public policy issues, and Thai socio-cultural contexts. These research outputs are academically valuable and highly applicable to national development.

2. Enhancing Knowledge Communication in the Thai Context

The Thai language is an effective medium for conveying concepts related to the Thai bureaucratic system, local governance, and administrative culture—areas where translation into English may diminish nuances and contextual meanings.

3. Supporting Emerging Scholars

Accepting Thai-language articles lowers language barriers for emerging scholars, public officials conducting research, and practitioners with significant experience but limited confidence in academic English writing.

4. Bridging Theory and Practice

Allowing Thai-language submissions enables practitioners, policymakers, and local administrators to contribute lessons learned, case studies, and policy recommendations more easily—thus strengthening the connection between academic theory and practical implementation.

5. Building a Local Knowledge Base

Thai-language research helps accumulate and preserve knowledge about Thai public administration in its native language, creating an accessible database for policymakers, administrators, and the public.

Rationale for Renaming the Journal to “Modern Public Administrative Science”

Clarity of Scope

The new name clearly reflects the journal’s focus on public administration, emphasizing bureaucratic reform, public policy, and good governance—rather than covering both public and private sectors as before.

Emphasis on Contemporary and Modern Approaches

The term Modern (or Contemporary) reflects a focus on innovation, reform, digital transformation, and modern public administration approaches aligned with 21st-century national and global development trends.

Strengthening Regional Identity

The Thai name provides a recognizable identity for domestic scholars and practitioners, while the English name maintains international relevance.

Avoiding Overlap with Other Journals

The renaming helps distinguish it from other journals within the Faculty of Management Science, particularly those focused on private-sector management.

Rationale and Significance of Establishing the Journal

 

The Faculty of Management Science at Sakon Nakhon Rajabhat University has a long-standing track record of developing academic expertise in public administration. For more than 25 years, the faculty has offered degree programs across all levels:

Undergraduate Level

Produced 25 cohorts of graduates who now serve in government agencies and local administrative organizations across northeastern Thailand and nationwide.

Master’s Level

Produced 18 cohorts of graduates, most of whom are civil servants, local administrators, and public sector executives actively working on Thai public administration and policy issues.

Doctoral Level

Currently in its second cohort, focusing on developing advanced scholars and researchers specializing in public administration, public policy, and local development.

With a strong academic network and faculty expertise in teaching, research, and consultation for government and local administrative agencies, the establishment of the Modern Public Administrative Science Journal marks a significant step in advancing public administration scholarship in Thailand.

The journal aims to serve as a bridge between academia and practice by providing high-quality, applicable knowledge to strengthen the efficiency, transparency, good governance, and sustainability of Thai public administration.

With collective efforts from all sectors, the journal aspires to become a leading national and international platform contributing to sustainable development in Thailand.

Vision and Mission

Vision

“Modern Public Administrative Science is a leading academic journal in public administration and public policy, recognized nationally and internationally. It serves as a platform for disseminating high-quality knowledge and innovations and acts as a bridge between academia and practice to support the sustainable development of public administration and good governance.”

Mission

1. Disseminate high-quality research and academic articles in public administration and public policy in both Thai and English.
2. Promote policy-oriented and applied research that supports public sector improvement and public problem-solving.
3. Create a platform for knowledge and experience exchange among scholars, researchers, practitioners, and policymakers.
4. Support the development of emerging scholars and elevate the standard of public administration research in Thailand.
5. Build academic collaborations with educational institutions and professional organizations domestically and internationally.
6. Disseminate administrative knowledge and innovations to the public to foster citizen participation.

Standards and Quality Assurance

Since its establishment, the journal has adhered to strict academic and publication ethics standards:

1. Double-blind peer review by experts in relevant fields
2. Editorial board comprising nationally and internationally recognized scholars
3. Compliance with Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) guidelines
4. Plagiarism detection for all submissions
5. Open Access publication at no cost
6. ISSN registration and DOI assignment for all articles

Growth and Future Directions

Short Term (1–2 Years)

Apply for inclusion in the Thai Journal Citation Index (TCI)

Increase the number and diversity of high-quality articles

Expand networks of reviewers and researchers

Medium Term (3–5 Years)

Achieve TCI Tier 1 status

Increase the proportion of English-language and international submissions

Organize annual academic conferences

Long Term (5–10 Years)

Expand indexing into international databases such as Scopus and Web of Science

Collaborate with leading journals in ASEAN and Asia

Become a primary reference journal in public administration and public policy in Thailand

Distinctive Features of the Journal

Modern Public Administrative Science is committed to bridging academic knowledge and public sector practice. The journal particularly welcomes articles that:

1. Present research findings applicable to improving Thai public administration
2. Include comparative analyses of international best practices
3. Provide concrete recommendations for bureaucratic reform
4. Support knowledge and competency development among public officials

The journal welcomes submissions from both academics and practitioners to promote the integration of theory and practice, ultimately contributing to sustainable development of public administration in Thailand.

Distinction Between the Two Journals within the Same Faculty

The two journals under the Faculty of Management Science maintain clearly differentiated scopes:

1. The Management Science Journal focuses on the private sector and business administration.
2. The Modern Public Administrative Science Journal focuses on the public sector, government administration, bureaucracy, and public policy.