Dawn Howard

Dawn Howard is an Associate Professor in Organisational Behaviour within the Department of Management at the University of Sussex Business School. She joined the institution in 2013 as a Teaching Fellow and has held significant administrative roles including Director of Teaching and Learning (2015-2018). Currently, she serves as Engagement Lead for the Management Department and Professional Placement Lead while also acting as External Examiner for Kent Business School.

Her academic credentials include:

• Masters in HRD
• PGCE in Lifelong Learning
• Postgraduate Diploma in Advanced Professional Research (Portsmouth University, 2017)

Howard's research centers on student engagement dynamics and institutional governance structures in higher education, complemented by expertise in organizational behavior, human resource development, and leadership theory. Her practical industry background informs both research and teaching approaches.

Professional recognitions include:

• Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (HEA)
• Chartered Management and Business Educator (CMBE)

As an educator, she teaches across undergraduate and postgraduate programs with specialization in International HR, leadership, and organizational change. Her industry experience spanning public/private sectors in the UK, Australia, Hong Kong, and China provides real-world context to academic instruction.