Competency Assessment of Public Administrators in SelectedCities of Batangas: An Interdisciplinary Approach ‎Toward Economic and Administrative Capacity Development

  • Authors

    • Lorena F. Mendoza Batangas State University, The National Engineering University
    https://doi.org/10.14419/xh9w4091

    Received date: November 11, 2025

    Accepted date: December 10, 2025

    Published date: December 17, 2025

  • Competency Assessment; Governance; Public Administrators; Capacity Development; Local Economic Development

  • Abstract

    This study assessed the competencies of public administrators and staff in the cities of Batangas, Lipa, and Tanauan to develop an ‎integrated administrative and economic competency framework. Using a descriptive research design and survey questionnaire, it ‎evaluated competencies in communication, client service, business understanding, teamwork, and judgment, and analyzed ‎differences based on demographic profiles. Results showed that department heads demonstrated very high competency levels, ‎particularly in leadership and decision-making, while staff members showed high competency levels with improvement areas in ‎business understanding and strategic judgment. Significant differences were found across age, position, and years of service. Based ‎on these findings, an Integrated Governance Competency Development Framework was formulated to enhance leadership capacity, ‎administrative efficiency, and sustainable economic performance. The study highlights the need for continuous competency ‎enhancement to strengthen local governance and support inclusive economic growth‎.

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    Mendoza, L. F. . (2025). Competency Assessment of Public Administrators in SelectedCities of Batangas: An Interdisciplinary Approach ‎Toward Economic and Administrative Capacity Development. International Journal of Accounting and Economics Studies, 12(8), 504-512. https://doi.org/10.14419/xh9w4091