Public administration and private administration differ in their approach to political direction. The main goal of public administration is to effectively serve the public interest and carry out policy directives established by elected leaders. Public administration functions within a political framework, where its objectives and approaches are frequently shaped by political factors. As a result, public administrators must effectively manage political directives while still prioritizing the well-being and interests of the public. Conversely, private administration endeavors to attain revenue and market triumph. When operating in political settings, particularly in regulated sectors, the major emphasis is on optimizing corporate effectiveness, fostering innovation, and maximizing shareholder value. Public managers are held accountable to elected authorities and, by extension, to the public in terms of accountability and monitoring. Their choices and actions are susceptible to public examination through procedures such as freedom of information laws, public audits, and legislative supervision. Their operations are influenced by political direction, which is manifested by the allocation of budgets, implementation of legislative requirements, and issuance of policy directives. Conversely, private administration is largely responsible to shareholders or owners. These bodies possess greater autonomy to function without the direct interference of political goals, prioritizing adherence to legal requirements and the impact on the public. The regulatory framework also differentiates between these two methods of governance. Public organizations function under a structure of rules and regulations that are defined by political factors, and changes in political leadership result in changes in policy goals. Private entities, although subject to government rules, are typically less susceptible to direct political influence unless such changes have a direct impact on their industry. They possess greater adaptability in response to market situations as opposed to political fluctuations. The funding sources serve to emphasize the distinctions between public and private administration. Public administration is financed through taxpayer funds and government appropriations, with budgets and funding levels significantly shaped by political choices, which impact the extent and efficacy of public services. In contrast, private administration is financed through proceeds generated from sales, services, or investments, with budgetary considerations being more influenced by market forces and less susceptible to direct political intervention, unless there are alterations in regulatory or tax policies. In general, public administration is intricately connected to the political landscape, influenced by public policy, and responsible to both the public and elected representatives. Private administration, in contrast, is driven by market forces, prioritizes profitability, and is less susceptible to direct influence from political shifts, but it must still adhere to government rules.

They are different in terms of their functionality but they need to follow and work within the and law