Saif Ul Haq

Saif Ul Haq is a Senior Lecturer in Project Management at De Montfort University, Leicester, affiliated with the School of Leadership, Management and Marketing. He has over a decade of academic experience, previously serving as an Associate Professor at Bahria University, Pakistan, where he also coordinated postgraduate programs.

Education:

• PhD in Management Science and Engineering (Project Management), Hefei University of Technology, China (2014–2018)
• MSc in Project Management, COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus (2011–2013)
• MBA in Finance, COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus (2008–2010)

His research centers on project governance, performance, risk management, and leadership, with applications in construction and IT sectors. He explores how trust, leadership styles, contractual arrangements, and organizational behaviors influence project outcomes. His recent work integrates psychological and behavioral aspects such as self-efficacy, resilience, and knowledge sharing into project success models.

His publications span high-impact journals like the International Journal of Project Management, Engineering Management Journal, and Kybernetes. The articles reflect a consistent focus on governance-performance linkages, moderated by risk, trust, and behavioral control, particularly in developing economies. He also investigates green HRM and digital transformation in education and leadership.

Scientific Contributions:

• Extensive peer-reviewed publications in ABS-rated journals
• Reviewer for prominent project management and management journals
• Active participant in international academic conferences

Dr. Haq teaches courses such as Responsible Project Management, Project Cost and Finance, Stakeholder Communication, and Research Methods. While no formal students are listed, his collaborative research suggests engagement with junior researchers and potential advisees. His work bridges theory and practice, aiming to improve real-world project outcomes through evidence-based governance and leadership strategies.