Applied projects are required of all students in accredited Certified Public Manager (CPM) Programs. This paper tracks the implementation of applied projects in Wisconsin. It identifies barriers to successful implementation, as well as implemented projects' value to the students, their organizations and the educational programs that require the project.
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