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Sana Mumtaz serves as an Associate Professor at the University of Niagara Falls Canada within the Master of Management program, bringing over eight years of international academic experience spanning Australia, Canada, Malaysia, Saudi Arabia, Nigeria, Pakistan, the United Kingdom, and the United Arab Emirates.
Her academic foundation includes:
- PhD in Business Administration and Management from the National University of Computer and Emerging Sciences
- Master of Business Administration in Human Resources Management from Air University
- Bachelor of Business Administration
Professor Mumtaz's research program centers on the intersection of international human resource management and organizational psychology, with particular expertise in cross-cultural adjustment, leadership dynamics, and workplace behavior. Her qualitative investigations examine trust development in global virtual teams, socio-psychological impacts of remote work, and identity formation among expatriates. As an NVivo specialist, she employs rigorous methodological approaches to uncover nuanced patterns in complex organizational phenomena, contributing significantly to understanding global workforce dynamics.
Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals a pronounced focus on digital transformation of work (2022-2025), with recurring themes including virtual team identity formation, cross-cultural communication barriers in remote settings, and the psychological consequences of global mobility. Her work consistently bridges theoretical frameworks with practical implications for multinational organizations.
Her scholarly contributions have earned significant recognition:
- Research Recognition Award in Management, Umm Al Quwain University (2022)
- Best Research Paper Award, Lahore Business School (2017)
- Development of new bachelor's program at Umm Al Quwain University (2023)
- NRPU funding from Pakistan's Higher Education Commission (2018)
- Plan International Canada funding for 'Outcomes of Unpaid Care Work' project (2022)
Professor Mumtaz maintains active research funding streams and industry partnerships that directly inform her teaching and supervision. Her consultancy work with Plan International Canada and Pakistan's Higher Education Commission provides students with access to real-world organizational challenges, while her international collaborations create opportunities for cross-cultural research engagement. As an Associate Professor, she mentors graduate students in qualitative methodology and international business research, emphasizing both academic rigor and practical application.
