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Dr. Mir Dost is a Senior Lecturer in Innovation and Strategic Management at the University of Winchester, UK, and Program Lead for the MBA program. Previously, he held academic roles including Assistant Professorships at Al-Maktoum College, Sohar University, and Sukkur IBA University, as well as Director roles in Research and Management at Lasbela University. He holds a PhD in Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management from the Asian Institute of Technology (Thailand) and an MBA in Entrepreneurship.
His research focuses on frugal innovation, circular economy, and sustainable product development, particularly in the chemical and pharmaceutical industries. Key themes include knowledge capital (human/social/organizational) influencing innovation, green entrepreneurship, and community-led enterprise strategies. He has published extensively in journals like Management Decision, Sustainable Development, and Journal of Entrepreneurship, with over 20 peer-reviewed articles since 2013.
Dr. Dost actively engages in academic conferences (ISPIM, Academy of Management) and consultancies, including roles with ICIMOD and Pakistan’s National Business Development Program. His work bridges theory and practice, emphasizing real-world applications of innovation management principles through case studies and industry collaborations.
- Education:
- PhD in Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management, Asian Institute of Technology, Thailand
- MBA in Entrepreneurship, Asian Institute of Technology, Thailand
His research trends emphasize frugal/social/circular innovation frameworks, with recent work exploring managerial proactiveness in emerging markets and hybrid entrepreneurship models. Ongoing projects include a circular economy initiative connecting Omani manufacturers with SMEs.
- Professional Contributions:
- External PhD Examiner, Portsmouth University
- Country Director/Speaker for Global Entrepreneurship Bootcamp
- Consultant for SME training programs in Pakistan
Dr. Dost’s advisory and grant activities include leadership in university research commercialization offices and contributions to entrepreneurship policy discussions, including an invited panel role with Egypt’s government.
