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Educating a civil service that is fit for purpose: perceptions from UK stakeholders

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  • Ian C. Elliott
  • Karin A. Bottom
  • Russ Glennon
  • Karl O’Connor

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Universities and public sector organizations need to work together to develop a civil service fit for the future. This article highlights several challenges associated with the development, design, and delivery of public administration (PA) programmes, such as university structures, the elevation of business management programmes, higher education’s focus on international markets and a disconnect between sectoral requirements and PA programme provision. Findings point to a strong demand for specialized public sector education. Yet, they also suggest that public administration academics should do more to promote their programmes and work more closely with professionals, so that a greater understanding of demand and supply can be achieved. To shape the future of the UK civil service, the authors recommend that universities should consider developing more bespoke programmes that better meet the needs of the UK public sector.

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  • Ian C. Elliott & Karin A. Bottom & Russ Glennon & Karl O’Connor, 2025. "Educating a civil service that is fit for purpose: perceptions from UK stakeholders," Public Money & Management, Taylor & Francis Journals, vol. 45(2), pages 119-128, February.
    • Handle: RePEc:taf:pubmmg:v:45:y:2025:i:2:p:119-128
    DOI: 10.1080/09540962.2024.2343798
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