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Mohamed Haffar is an Associate Professor in Business Management at the University of Birmingham Dubai campus, affiliated with the Birmingham Business School and the Department of Management. He serves as the Director of BSc Business Management Programmes and Head of the Business Subject Group, bringing over 12 years of UK higher education experience and more than 40 peer-reviewed publications.
Educational Background:
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Management, Brunel University London, 2013
- Master of Science (MSc) in Marketing, University of South Wales, 2007
His research focuses on Human Resource Management, Organisational Behaviour, Change Management, Innovation, and Sustainability. He emphasizes co-creation and co-production in education, integrating staff, students, and stakeholders in knowledge development. His interdisciplinary work bridges management theory with practical applications in education and enterprise.
His 15 most recent publications reflect a strong trend in sustainable business practices, digital transformation, leadership, and organisational change. These appear in high-impact journals such as the International Journal of Production Economics, Journal of Business Research, and Journal of Organisational Change Management, showcasing his expertise in both theoretical and applied management disciplines.
Scientific Awards and Recognitions:
- Vice-Chancellors’ Award for Outstanding Achievement in Teaching Excellence
- Above and Beyond Student Leadership Award
- Deans’ Performance-Related Award
- Unsung Hero Award
- Student Support Award
- Higher Education Future Institute (HEFI) Best Personal Academic Tutor Award
As an academic leader, Mohamed Haffar has significantly contributed to student experience and curriculum development. He has led multiple programmes, including BSc and MSc HRM at Bradford University, and served as a lecturer at Bournemouth University. He holds professional fellowships including Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA), Chartered Academic Member of CIPD (MCIPD), and Fellow of the Chartered Management Institute (FCMI). While specific grants are not listed, his extensive publication record and leadership roles suggest active research funding and project supervision.
He is actively involved in academic teams focused on business education innovation and sustainability research, contributing to institutional strategy and pedagogical advancement at the Dubai campus.
