Mark Wm. Cawman

Mark Wm. Cawman serves as Assistant Professor of Graduate Business Administration and Coordinator of the Master of Business Administration Program at Stonehill College's Graduate and Professional Studies school. With over 25 years of industry experience in automotive and aerospace manufacturing, he bridges academic theory with practical application through industry partnerships and real-world case studies.

Education:

• D.B.A., Management, George Fox University
• M.B.A., Management, University of Mississippi
• B.S.M., Management, Indiana Wesleyan University

Research Focus: Dr. Cawman specializes in strategic management, international business, and operational excellence. His work integrates agile strategy development, lean manufacturing principles, and global supply chain optimization. He emphasizes practical applications in product/market growth, business systems design, and EBITDA generation through operational excellence.

Professional Background: Prior to Stonehill, he served as Associate Professor and Department Chair at Azusa Pacific University after transitioning to full-time academia in 2020. His industry background includes developing quality systems, leading international greenfield projects, and mentoring talent across global manufacturing sites.

Teaching Philosophy: He leverages ASQ CMQ/OE certification and extensive industry experience to mentor future business leaders, emphasizing the synthesis of academic research with real-world strategic execution in dynamic business environments.