Journal of Educational Management Research
Vol. 5 No. 2 (2026)

Work Culture and Bureaucratic Ethics in Public Administration: An Educational Management Perspective on Human Resource Development

Novita , Andi (Unknown)
Sipatu, Lindanur (Unknown)
Adam , Rosida (Unknown)
Ibrahim, Andi Indriani (Unknown)
Wisra (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
22 Jan 2026

Abstract

This study aims to examine work culture and bureaucratic ethics in public sector organizations from an educational management perspective. A qualitative approach was employed using a case study design to gain an in-depth understanding of ethical practices, organizational values, and professional behavior among civil servants. Data were collected through interviews, observations, and document analysis, and analyzed using thematic analysis. The findings indicate that work culture and bureaucratic ethics have been generally implemented effectively, reflected in employees’ awareness of moral values such as professionalism, integrity, responsibility, public courtesy, and neutrality. Nevertheless, several challenges persist, particularly the limited internal supervision and insufficient socialization of the bureaucratic code of ethics. As a result, the implementation of ethical work culture remains inconsistent across organizational units and has not been fully internalized as individual professional behavior, instead relying heavily on hierarchical supervision. The study implies that strengthening educational management practices—such as ethical leadership, continuous professional development, and organizational learning—is essential to internalize work culture and bureaucratic ethics sustainably. These findings contribute to discussions on human resource development and ethical governance in public administration.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

jemr

Publisher

Subject

Humanities Education Social Sciences

Description

Journal of Educational Management Research is an international peer-reviewed journal which publishes original and significant contributions to educational management, administration, and leadership, in its broadest sense, from all over the world. This includes primary research projects in schools ...