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Catherine Farrell is a Senior Lecturer in Public Management at Cardiff Business School, Cardiff University, with a focus on the leadership and governance of public boards. She serves as the Director of the MSc Public Leadership program. Her work bridges academic research with practical applications in public service improvement, professional careers, and democratic accountability.
Education:
- B.A. (Hons) in Public Administration, Polytechnic of Wales (1988)
- Post Graduate Certificate in Education, University of Wales College of Cardiff (1989)
- PhD in Public Administration, University of Glamorgan (1996)
Research Interests: Farrell investigates governance models in education and fire/rescue services, the role of public boards, and professional careers in public services. Her work addresses neoliberalism’s impact on employment, organizational restructuring, and equity in public administration.
Publication Trends: Recent articles highlight governance during crises (e.g., pandemic responses), organizational aesthetics in public meetings, and the intersection of neoliberal policies with precarious work. Her scholarship spans Public Administration, Human Relations, and Policy and Politics.
Leadership and Awards:
- Editorial roles: Joint Editor at Teaching Public Administration
- External Examiner at University of Birmingham and Stirling University
- Chair of Academi Wales Advisory Board
- 2014 Best Paper Award (European Group for Public Administration)
Teaching: Farrell leads the MSc Public Leadership program and contributes to executive MBA courses. She supervises PhD students in governance, public participation, and leadership topics.
