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Dr. Renata Osowska is a Lecturer at the Business School of Edinburgh Napier University, actively contributing to research and teaching in entrepreneurship, sustainability, and higher education. She is affiliated with the Centre for Business Innovations and Sustainable Solutions and participates in interdisciplinary projects and conferences.
- Position: Lecturer, Business School
- Institution: Edinburgh Napier University
- Research Centre: Centre for Business Innovations and Sustainable Solutions
Renata Osowska’s research focuses on the intersection of culture and entrepreneurship, particularly in transition economies like Poland, and the impact of migration on entrepreneurial potential. She explores how EU integration transforms entrepreneurial behavior and investigates minority and return migrant entrepreneurship. Her work also addresses sustainability in business models, including the circular economy and systemic sustainability.
Her recent publications highlight a strong trend in understanding entrepreneurial identity, student belonging in online spaces, and the role of national culture in shaping entrepreneurial activity. Topics span from cultural transformation and online education to migration-driven enterprise development.
Scientific contributions include numerous conference presentations and peer-reviewed journal articles. Notable themes in her work include:
- Cultural and societal influences on entrepreneurship
- Online learning and student engagement
- Sustainable business innovation
- Migration and transnational entrepreneurship
She has secured research funding, including for the ECSB-ISBE Workshop on Minority Entrepreneurship and Social Change (2025–2026), supported by the Institute for Small Business and Entrepreneurship. She actively supervises postgraduate students and contributes to academic events such as workshops with the Journal of Management Studies.
Her supervision roles include serving as Director of Studies or Second Supervisor for PhD and Master’s students researching topics such as ethnic minority entrepreneurship, digital startups, and business incubation systems.
Dr. Osowska is involved in research teams and collaborative groups, particularly those focused on social justice, ethics, and sustainable management. She contributes to initiatives promoting inclusive entrepreneurship and systemic sustainability within academic and policy contexts.
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