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For individuals seeking further information on professional city management, CCMF has compiled the following resources for City Management & Urban Policy Education, Public Opinion Research, Informational Websites, and Membership Organizations.
Education
The nation’s top five graduate programs in City Management & Urban Policy:*
- University of Kansas
- Cleveland State University
- Northern Illinois University
- University of Southern California
- University of North Carolina – Chapel Hill
* As ranked by US News. For the full US News report on graduate education click here
California’s top five graduate programs in Public Policy:*
- University of California at Berkeley
- University of Southern California
- University of California at Los Angeles
- Naval Post Graduate School
- Monterey Institute of International Studies
* As ranked by US News. For the full US News report on graduate education click here .
Public Opinion Research
The PEW Research Center has published the following studies concerning local government:
- “How the Public Perceives Community Information Systems .” March 1, 2011
- “Public Rejects Variety of Options for Fixing State Budgets .” June 28, 2010
- “With Crisis As Catalyst, State Governors Push Big Changes .” February 20, 2009
Informational Websites
California Local Government Finance Almanac
A source for data, statistics, analyses, and articles on California city and county finance.
The nation’s leading web site devoted to helping individuals find jobs in the public sector.
Dedicated to building global cooperation at the municipal level.
State and Local Government on the Net
A directory of official state, county and city government websites.
Membership Organizations
California Economic Development Association
Statewide economic development organization dedicated to advancing its members’ ability to achieve excellence in delivering services to their communities.
International City/County Management Association
The premier local government leadership and management organization.
Municipal Management Association of Southern California
Non-profit membership organization of local government management professionals located in Southern California.
Municipal Management Association of Northern California
Non-profit membership organization of local government management professionals located in Northern California.
California Redevelopment Association
Non-profit organization in support of California’s 397 active redevelopment agencies.
The leading advocate for the common interests of California’s Cities.
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