IIAS: What is it? The International Institute of Administrative Sciences is an International Association with Scientific Purpose whose seat is in Brussels. As a non-governmental international organisation its activities are centred on the study of public administration and it provides a forum in which comparative studies – including both practical experiences and theoretical analyses of experts in public administration worldwide and from all cultures – are presented and discussed. The Institute is interested in all questions related to contemporary public administration at the national and international level. The Institute has two specialised sub-entities A specialised organisation: The International Association of Schools and Institutes of Administration (IASIA) A regional organisation: The European Group of Public Administration (EGPA) each of which conducts study, research and networking.