Research at the Institute of Public Management and Territorial Governance is firmly focused on the actors and organizations that actively contribute to the smooth functioning of society. The research conducted examines management situations, analyzes theoretical and empirical problems, and proposes managerial solutions to enable organizations to operate effectively at the local, national, or international level.
Studies and research focus on both nonprofit organizations and private companies with specific ties to the public sector. In this sense, public management contributes to the understanding and management of the major challenges facing contemporary society, whether they involve economic development, social equity, or the fight against climate change.
Through their research,the team of faculty members, researchers, and doctoral students contributes to advancing knowledge and management practices in sectors as diverse as economic development, attractiveness, and innovation; social action; education; health; safety and risk management; the environment and sustainable development; culture; and international cooperation.
These fields are active with public organizations (government agencies, local governments, metropolitan areas), quasi-public organizations (chambers of commerce, agencies), and private organizations (associations, NGOs, businesses), whose decisions, actions, and challenges are studied at the Institute. Research in public management therefore covers a wide range of collective market and non-market activities. These are constantly evolving to adapt to new constraints in their environment. They are the subject of in-depth, rigorous investigations that result in research publications. The originality and relevance of this research are recognized by both practitioners in the field and the scientific community.
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The Strengths of Research at the IMPGT
A close and ongoing connection between research and academic education, close ties with practitioners in the field, and a commitment to international engagement.
All members of the research team—including faculty members and doctoral students—are deeply involved in the education of IMPGT students, from the bachelor’s degree through the doctoral program. This facilitates the dissemination of the results of the most recent and innovative research to public managers of today (continuing education) and tomorrow (undergraduate education).
Research Conducted at the Request of Organizations
In addition, our team has conducted numerous research projects commissioned by organizations (organizational or regional assessments, strategic and prospective analysis, impact studies and evaluations, etc.).
A Pervasive International Dimension
This is reflected, on the one hand, in the conduct of international comparative studies or research contracts, particularly at the European level. Examples include participation in European research programs (Horizon 2020, INTERREG), and, on the other hand, the participation of team members in major European, Mediterranean, and international research networks.
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3 university chairs based at the IMPGT
The IMPGT is home to three university chairs:
The Chair in Regional Attractiveness and New Regional Marketing
Supported by public and private companies and founded by French local governments, the “Attractiveness & New Regional Marketing” Chair is a “regional chair” dedicated to attractiveness and new regional marketing practices around the world.
ChaireANMT500x500.pngThe Chair in Organizations and Territories of the Arts, Culture, and Creativity
The goal of the Chair in Organizations and Territories of the Arts, Culture, and Creativity (OTACC) is to create an inclusive ecosystem of stakeholders in the arts, culture, and creative industries to foster societal transitions through three missions: research and development, training, and events.
ChaireOTACC500x500.pngThe Nova Chair in Public Human Resources
The NOVA Public HR Chair aims to support human resources transformations across the three sectors of the public service: the state, local, and hospital sectors. Serving as a true forum for exchange, collaboration, and innovation among public sector stakeholders, it aims to address new HR challenges, particularly regarding the attractiveness of public sector careers, employee engagement, retention, quality of life at work, skills development, and the transformation of managerial practices.
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Affiliation with the CERGAM laboratory
All faculty members and doctoral students at IMPGT are affiliated with CERGAM (Aix-Marseille Center for Management Studies and Research).
CERGAM is a research unit (EA 4225) and one of the largest research centers in management sciences in France, bringing together nearly 150 faculty members, researchers, and doctoral students from the Universities of Aix-Marseille and Toulon.
The unit is one of the leading centers for the production of doctoral dissertations in management sciences in France and one of the oldest French research centers in management (founded in 1974).
CERGAM is organized into five research areas that cover all specializations in management sciences. Public Management is one of these areas.
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Member of AMIDEX Institutes - University Foundation
The IMPGT is a member of two AMIDEX institutes:
INCIAM (Institute for Creativity and Innovation, Aix-Marseille University)
This is a multidisciplinary scientific network that conducts basic and applied research, in connection with the socio-economic sphere, to understand and support creative and innovation processes in the fields of health, education, and work.
Creative activities give rise to scientific discoveries, cultural creations, and innovations that transform people’s daily lives. InCIAM’s work, which focuses on processes ranging from the emergence of ideas to the implementation of innovations, supports scientific and social progress. Specialists in creativity and innovation collaborate with experts from the applied sectors of health, work, and education. These interdisciplinary collaborations provide a better understanding of creative and innovation processes in order to foster creativity and contribute to the development of innovations tailored to human capabilities, limitations, and needs.
logo_InCIAM_couleur_RVB.pngITEM (Mediterranean Institute for Environmental Transition)
The Mediterranean Institute for Environmental Transition (ITEM) is tackling the challenge of helping our society adapt to environmental changes.
Understanding environmental changes and their global impact is a major challenge of the 21st century as we strive toward sustainable ways of life. The Mediterranean Institute for Environmental Transition (ITEM) positions Aix-Marseille University on the international stage and contributes to the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals. Through its Mediterranean roots, the institute aims to develop interdisciplinary, systems-based research to understand the effects of global change on society and natural resources. ITEM is dedicated to developing innovative solutions to better manage and anticipate natural and industrial risks, support the transformation of cities, and devise original approaches to address complex socio-environmental challenges.
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Member of scientific networks and learned societies
The IMPGT is a member of the leading scientific associations in the field of public management:
- AFIGESE – Association for Finance, Management, and Evaluation of Local Governments
- AFM – French Marketing Association
- AGRH – Francophone Association for Human Resources Management
- AIM – Association for Information and Management
- AIRMAP – International Association for Public Management
- AIMS – International Association for Strategic Management
- CIGAR – Comparative International Governmental Accounting Research
- EURAM – European Academy of Management
- EFMD – European Foundation for Management Development
- EGOS – European Group of Organizational Studies
- EGPA – European Group of Public Administration
- EIASM – European Institute for Advanced Studies in Management
- FNEGE – National Foundation for Business Management Education
- IRSPM – International Research Society for Public Management
- SPSG (FNEGE) – Society for the Philosophy of Management Sciences
