Biography
I am a Ph.D. researcher at Edinburgh Napier University with a rich and multidisciplinary academic background. Originally from Iran, my academic journey commenced with a BA in Political Sciences (2008), followed by an MA in Regional Studies (2011), reflecting my deep-rooted passion for scholarly inquiry.
Upon relocating to the UK, I further expanded my academic horizons at the University of Sheffield, where I obtained a second MA in Governance and Public Policy (2016). This experience honed my expertise in governance theory and public policy analysis, sparking my interest in new public management, with a particular focus on human resource management. To deepen my knowledge in this field, I pursued advanced studies, earning a Diploma from the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) and an MSc in Human Resource Management from Edinburgh Napier University (2021), culminating in my Associate Membership of the CIPD.
Beyond academia, I have amassed diverse professional experience across both the public and private sectors. I have held various roles, including HR Administrator within NHS hospitals and later as Co-founder and Director of my family business, Hoist-UK Ltd. Additionally, I am a trained educator with extensive teaching experience in both Iran and the UK, having taught English at Edinburgh College. Currently, I serve as a Business Tutor at Edinburgh Napier University International College, where I specialise in Human Resource Management and lead the HRM module, alongside teaching a range of business-related subjects.
Fuelled by intellectual curiosity and a commitment to contributing to academia, my doctoral research explores the integration of Lean Thinking and Talent Management within the hospitality sector. My objective is to develop a conceptual model that enables hotel organisations to establish a sustainable talent pipeline, ensuring long-term organisational success.