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Dr. Soudabeh Bolourian is a Senior Lecturer in Business and Management at the University of Buckingham’s School of Business. She transitioned to a full-time academic role in September 2019 after initially joining as a visiting lecturer in 2018. Her industry experience spans over 12 years in banking, including a role as a Business Analyst, which she integrates into her teaching to emphasize practical applications of academic concepts. She holds a PhD in Management and Leadership from Cranfield School of Management, an MBA, and a BSc in Statistics. Her research focuses on bridging corporate governance (‘the mind’) and corporate sustainability (‘the heart’), particularly at board level, aiming to enhance societal impact.
- Education:
- PhD in Management and Leadership, Cranfield School of Management
- MBA
- BSc in Statistics
Her research interests include the interplay between governance structures and sustainability practices, with a focus on board-level CSR committees and their influence on organizational performance. She is particularly interested in aligning corporate strategies with global sustainable development goals. Her work has been published in journals like the Journal of Business Research and Journal of Cleaner Production, and presented at conferences such as the European Academy of Management and British Academy of Management.
Her publications explore topics such as CSR performance through configurational approaches, governance impacts on CSR, and the alignment of corporate indices with SDGs. These themes reflect her commitment to ethical and sustainable business practices.
- Awards:
- Fellow of the Higher Education Academy
Bolourian actively contributes to teaching across undergraduate, postgraduate, and apprenticeship programs, including serving as Programme Director for the MBA and Senior Leader Apprenticeship. She emphasizes fostering student potential and practical skill development.
