Martin James

Dr Martin James is a Lecturer in Organisational Behaviour and Human Resource Management at Bayes Business School, City St George's, University of London. He previously served as Director of the BSc Business Management Suite at the University of Birmingham, overseeing curriculum redesign. His expertise spans organisational behaviour, pedagogical innovation, and higher education policy. Dr James holds a PhD from Warwick Business School (2020), where his research focused on corporate service industries via ethnography.

Education:

• PhD in Organisational Behaviour, University of Warwick (2020)
• PG Cert HE (High Distinction), University of Birmingham (2024)
• MA HRM & PGDip Personnel Management (Double Distinction), University of Warwick (2005)
• BA (Hons), University of Nottingham (2002)

Research interests critically examine 'normalcy' in work/organizational life and pedagogic solutions for HE challenges. Recent work explores international student integration, academic induction systems, and inclusive education frameworks. His presentations at global conferences (e.g., SASE in Brazil, CABS in Wales) highlight these themes.

Professional recognitions include Fellow of AdvanceHE, CIPD accreditation since 2005, and participation in Vlerick's prestigious teacher training. He serves as Expert Evaluator for Malta’s Higher Education Authority and contributes to the British Academy’s Early Career Researcher Network.

Advising/grants: While no formal students are listed, his administrative roles (e.g., Programme Director) indicate mentorship in curriculum design. Research activities focus on qualitative methodologies and institutional critique.

Labs/teams: Active member of British Academy’s Early Career Researcher Network, collaborating on interdisciplinary projects. Serves on Malta’s academic accreditation panels, shaping new degree programmes.