Salma Soliman

Dr. Salma Soliman is a Senior Lecturer in International Management at Middlesex University, with a primary appointment in the Strategy, Leadership & Operations department. She holds a PhD in Vocational Education and Training (VET) policy from Middlesex University (2011). Her research focuses on institutional voids, global value chains (GVCs), refugee entrepreneurship, and the interplay between VET systems and socio-economic contexts, particularly in Egypt.

Her work explores topics such as the historical development of VET systems in Egypt, the role of Syrian refugee entrepreneurs in overcoming institutional challenges, and the integration of small farmers into global agro-food chains. She has contributed to academic conferences and peer-reviewed journals, emphasizing policy-relevant insights for education, business, and development.

Dr. Soliman’s research outputs include analyses of institutional frameworks in VET, food security linkages, and multinational enterprises' roles in agribusiness. No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned, though her work has garnered attention through publications in journals like Journal of Vocational Education and Training and Journal of International Management.

Her advisory and grant activities are not detailed in the provided text, but her research highlights collaborations with institutions like Heinz and engagement with global value chain dynamics. No specific labs or research teams are referenced in her profile.