Luna Dou

Luna Dou is a Lecturer in Business and Management at The University of Buckingham Business School. She holds a Master’s degree in International Hotel and Tourism Management (Oxford Brookes University) and a PhD in community engagement in social entrepreneurship (funded by a full scholarship), focusing on Kenya. Her roles include leading Research Methods and Project modules, chairing the Business School Assessment, Learning and Teaching Committee, and contributing to pedagogical development.

• Education:
• PhD in Social Entrepreneurship (Scholarship-funded)
• MSc International Hotel and Tourism Management (Distinction)
• Postgraduate Certificate in Teaching in Higher Education (Distinction)

Her expertise spans Human Resource Management, Marketing, and Entrepreneurship. Research interests include community engagement strategies in cross-cultural contexts, social enterprise sustainability, and innovative teaching methodologies. She previously worked as an HR Manager in Hospitality before transitioning to academia.

• Awards:
• Full PhD Scholarship for Community Engagement Research
• Distinction in Postgraduate Teaching Certification

Outside teaching, Luna advises on curriculum design and assessment frameworks at the Business School. Her work bridges academic research and practical industry insights, particularly in fostering ethical relationships between social enterprises and local communities.