Matthew McCormack

Dr. Matthew McCormack is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Business at UNSW Canberra. With over 31 years of service as a Maritime Logistics Officer in the Royal Australian Navy, he focuses on educating future fleet managers, sustainment personnel, and procurement teams for defense and public sectors. His research emphasizes veterans' transition, disaster management, and logistics.

Education:

• PhD (UNSW) 2017
• Master of Maritime Studies (University of Wollongong) 2010
• Master of Arts (Strategy and Policy) (UNSW) 2008
• Bachelor of Management (University of Canberra) 2003

Research Interests: Matthew’s work addresses veterans’ career transitions, leveraging insights from human resource management and career development. He explores sustainable development goals in higher education and disaster logistics management. His recent studies highlight veterans’ challenges in adapting to civilian workplaces and entrepreneurial pathways.

Publications & Awards:

• Recipient of the 2019 Perpetual Impact Philanthropic Grant for veterans’ transition research.
• Published in International Journal of Human Resource Management, Studies in Higher Education, and others.

Teaching & Grants:

• Course Convenor for Logistics Management, Asset Management, and Sustaining Capability.
• Develops programs to prepare students for future workforce challenges in defense and public sectors.