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Dirk Buyens is a Full Professor of Human Resources Management at Ghent University and a Partner and Director of Open Executive Education Programmes at Vlerick Business School. He serves as Co-Director of the Centre of Excellence for Strategic Talent Management at Vlerick and as International Dean for the Beijing International MBA at Peking University. With over 25 years of experience, he is recognized as one of Belgium's most influential academic HR thinkers by Belgian business weekly Trends.
Education:
- Doctor in Industrial and Organisational Psychology at Ghent University
- MBA at KU Leuven
Professor Buyens' research focuses on strategic human resources management, with particular expertise in strategic talent management, career management, and organizational structuring. His work bridges academic theory and practical application, helping students, executives, and companies optimize people management strategies. He emphasizes personal mastery and career self-management as critical components of organizational success, with a strong focus on aligning HR practices with business strategy. His approach integrates cutting-edge research with real-world applications, making his insights particularly valuable for organizations navigating complex talent challenges.
An analysis of his recent publications (2020-2025) reveals a consistent focus on talent management, career development, and the evolving HR landscape. His work examines graduate career perspectives, digital transformation's impact on HR, DEI initiatives, and leadership development. Buyens' research demonstrates how organizations can adapt HR practices to turbulent times while maintaining strategic alignment and employee engagement. His publications consistently address practical challenges faced by modern organizations, providing evidence-based solutions for talent acquisition, development, and retention in rapidly changing business environments.
Recognition:
- Identified as one of the most influential academic HR thinkers by Belgian business weekly Trends
Professor Buyens has extensive advisory experience, having worked with organizations including the Ministry of the Flemish Community, Umicore, BASF, Oracle, BNP Paribas Fortis, KBC, Federal Government (FOD), Beneo, and ASAP nv. His executive education programs at Vlerick Business School have trained numerous professionals in strategic HR approaches. He also serves as CEO of Great Place to Work Institute Belgium, connecting his academic work with practical workplace excellence initiatives. This dual role allows him to ground his academic research in real organizational challenges while ensuring his teaching remains immediately applicable to business leaders.
At Vlerick Business School, he co-directs the Centre of Excellence for Strategic Talent Management, which serves as a hub for research, executive education, and consultancy in strategic talent management. The Centre focuses on developing cutting-edge approaches to talent identification, development, and retention, working closely with organizations to implement evidence-based talent strategies. Through this center and his various academic roles, Buyens continues to shape HR theory and practice in Belgium and internationally.
