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National Academy of Public Administration Releases the 2017 Prune Book

November 16, 2016

WASHINGTON, DC – The National Academy of Public Administration (the Academy) today released the latest version of The Prune Book, which outlines the 40 Toughest Management Jobs in government. This book aims to inform the incoming Administration of the experience and qualities needed to succeed in the government’s most important management positions.

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Wednesday, November 16, 2016
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