Constantine Manolchev

Dr Constantine Manolchev is a Senior Lecturer in the Business School at the University of Exeter and Programme Director for the BSc Business (Penryn) degree. He holds administrative roles including Widening Participation Lead and Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Lead for the Business School. His research focuses on ethical organizational structures, precarious work conditions, workplace bullying/harassment, and circular economic systems. He also explores pedagogical applications of generative AI in education.

• Education: PhD in Business & Management (Plymouth University, 2016), multiple postgraduate certificates in research methods, HRM, and academic practice (Open University/Plymouth University)
• Professional Qualifications: Senior Fellow of the HEA

His research has included a Cornwall clean growth report (2022) commissioned by the UK Government and a follow-up study for Innovate UK (2023). He has published widely on workplace ethics, circular economy transitions, and AI in education, with notable contributions to understanding labor precarity and organizational learning in remote teams.

• Key Research Themes: Sustainability policy, organizational justice, and education innovation

Dr Manolchev’s work bridges academic research and practical policy, with particular focus on regional economic development and socially responsible management practices.