On implementing the two-tier local government model and promoting digital transformation in education, political theory training aimed at developing the task performance capacity of commune-level officials is crucial for commune-level political centers. This article reviews the management of political theory training activities for learners at these centers, systematizing research approaches, analyzing findings, and identifying research gaps. The study applies document review, analysis, and synthesis methods to assess research trends concerning content, instructional methods, and the management of political theory training activities. The findings indicate that existing studies mainly focus on curriculum content and teaching methods, while the analytical framework for managing political theory training activities at these centers remains insufficiently comprehensive and systematic. Thereby, the article proposes research directions grounded in a systems approach, integrating quality assurance and digital transformation in managing political theory training activities at commune-level political centers in the current context.