Mark Peterson

Mark Peterson is a Senior Lecturer in Entrepreneurship and Innovation at the Eller College of Management, University of Arizona. He serves as Director of Undergraduate Studies and focuses on family business, global entrepreneurship, and hybrid commerce models.

• PhD, RMIT University, Australia
• MBA, Imperial College London, UK
• BA (Honors) Political Science and History, Durham University, UK

His research emphasizes entrepreneurship education, with certifications in Graduate Certificate in Teaching and Learning (RMIT University) and Lego Serious Play methodology. Peterson has received multiple teaching awards, including the Eller College Dean’s Award for Undergraduate Teaching Excellence (2018) and recognition as RMIT Teacher of the Year (2012).

Recent honors include:

• 2022 - Most Inspiring Professor Award (Eller College Online MBA)
• 2022 - Suzanne Cummins Student Engagement Award (Eller College Evening MBA)
• 2022 - Suzanne Cummins Student Engagement Award (Eller College Phoenix MBA)
• 2020 - Outstanding Entrepreneurship Faculty Member (Eller College)