Marzena Baker

Marzena Baker is a Senior Lecturer affiliated with the Faculty of Law and Business and the Peter Faber Business School. Her research focuses on gender equality, diversity initiatives, organizational behavior, and leadership dynamics in project-based and construction industries. She has contributed significantly to understanding systemic barriers and solutions for women's representation in male-dominated fields like construction and engineering. Her work also explores neurodiversity management and the impact of work-life programs on organizational outcomes.

Key research themes include:

• Gender equality and leadership diversity in project-based organizations
• Neurodiversity inclusion and workforce management
• Work-life balance policies and their effectiveness
• Cross-sector analyses of diversity initiatives

Recent articles (2023–2025) analyze perceptions of complex projects, neurodiversity awareness, and strategies to address construction industry skill shortages through gender-inclusive practices. Her work bridges academic research with practical organizational policy development.

No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned in the provided materials. Her research outputs primarily focus on peer-reviewed journals and edited book chapters, emphasizing empirical studies and policy recommendations.

Marzena collaborates extensively with co-authors such as Muhammad Ali, Erica French, and others, reflecting a networked approach to addressing systemic challenges in workplace diversity and inclusion.