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Professor Edgar Meyer is Dean of the Birmingham Business School at the University of Birmingham, a position he commenced in October 2023. He has held prominent academic roles across the UK, including Professor of HRM and Organisational Behaviour at the University of Southampton, Associate Dean at Imperial College Business School, and Deputy Dean at Leeds University Business School.
His educational background includes a Ph.D. from the University of Southampton and a B.Sc. in Health Studies and Management from the University of Lincoln.
Edgar Meyer's research focuses on leadership and teamwork, particularly in health and social care settings, with recent emphasis on hybrid teams and digital pedagogies. He investigates how pedagogical decisions are made in online learning environments and who drives quality in digital education design. His work bridges organisational behaviour, educational innovation, and interprofessional collaboration.
The recent publications reflect a strong trend in digital education, interprofessional learning, and leadership in healthcare. His research combines qualitative and mixed methods, focusing on collaborative design, psychological safety, and trust in professional settings. There is a clear trajectory towards integrating educational theory with organisational practice in complex service environments.
- Academic Member, Chartered Institute for Personnel and Development (CIPD)
- Active volunteer, Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)
- Former Vice-Chair and Chair, EDI Committee, Chartered ABS
- Trustee of several charitable organisations
- Visiting Professor, Cotrugli Business School (Croatia), Tokyo Metropolitan University (Japan), Universidad del Pacifico (Peru)
Edgar has supervised and advised numerous scholars and professionals across his career, though specific student names are not listed. He has contributed to major educational initiatives, including MBA leadership and executive education programs. While specific grants are not mentioned, his extensive publication record and leadership roles suggest sustained research funding and institutional support.
Though no formal lab or research centre is mentioned, Edgar leads research themes within the Birmingham Business School, particularly in leadership, organisational behaviour, and digital pedagogy. His global visiting roles indicate an international research network and collaborative teams across Europe, Asia, and South America.
