Melanie Currie

Melanie Currie is Deputy Dean at Nottingham Business School, Nottingham Trent University, with a focus on strategic undergraduate program development. She previously served as Head of Undergraduate Programmes and has extensive experience in curriculum design, validation, and accreditation processes.

• Current Role: Deputy Dean at Nottingham Business School
• Prior Role: Head of Undergraduate Programmes
• Research Focus: Innovative curriculum design, business education, and student experience enhancement

Melanie's scholarly work centers on blending practical business skills with academic learning, emphasizing collaborative engagement with employers and students. Her research drives initiatives like the personalization project at NBS to enrich educational outcomes.

Her recent publication (2012) explores innovative teaching frameworks that align curricula with industry demands. This work reflects her expertise in educational leadership and program development.

Scientific Awards & Honors

• Fellow of the Academy of Higher Education (FHEA)

Melanie actively contributes to external validation activities, chairs EFMD conferences, and participates in national/international quality assurance panels. She also serves on the Oxford Cambridge and RSA Examinations (OCR) Business Consultative Forum.