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Professor Mark NK Saunders is a distinguished academic at the University of Birmingham, serving as Professor of Business Research Methods within the Department of Management at Birmingham Business School. He holds visiting professorships at the Universities of Pretoria, Mälardalen, Surrey, and Worcester, reflecting his international academic standing.
Education:
- PhD in Geography (1986)
- PGCE (1982)
- MSc in Urban Studies (1981)
- BA in Geography and Soft Systems (1980)
Mark Saunders' research is centered on research methodology, particularly participant selection and methods for understanding organizational relationships. His work extends to human resource aspects of organizational change, with a focus on trust and organizational learning, as well as the success factors of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). He is also deeply engaged in pedagogic practice, textbook writing, and the supervision of doctoral students.
His extensive publication record includes over 150 research articles and book chapters, with recent works exploring themes such as social entrepreneurial identities in later life, trust dynamics in consulting, and the impact of generative AI on human resource management. His research is frequently published in top-tier journals like the British Journal of Management, Human Relations, and the International Small Business Journal.
Scientific Awards and Fellowships:
- Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences (2019)
- Fellow of the British Academy of Management (2014)
- British Academy of Management Medal for Leadership
- Fellow of the First International Network for Trust
- Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (2006)
- Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (2007)
Mark Saunders is a dedicated mentor and advisor, actively supervising doctoral students and contributing to doctoral capacity building. He has co-authored and edited over 30 books, including the highly influential Research Methods for Business Students, which is currently in its 9th edition. He holds significant editorial responsibilities as a consulting editor for the International Journal of Management Reviews and as an associate editor (Methodology) for the Human Resource Management Journal.
His work is supported by his active involvement in key academic networks, including the British Academy of Management’s Research Methodology Special Interest Group, where he serves as Co-Chair, and the European Foundation for Management Development Doctoral Programmes Conference Committee.
