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Dr Domnan Miri

Lecturer Sustainable and Responsible Management

  • Email: domnan.miri@ncl.ac.uk
  • Address: Newcastle University Business School
    5 Barrack Road
    Newcastle upon Tyne
    NE1 4SE
Background

Profile

Dr Domnan Miri joined Newcastle University in September 2024 as a Lecturer in Sustainable and Responsible Management and is a member of the Leadership, Work and Organisation (LWO) Subject Group. He contributes to both undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and currently leads the modules Principles of International Business and Introduction to Sustainability: Theory and Practice.


With over a decade of teaching experience in higher education, Dr Miri has taught extensively across undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral, and executive programmes. Before joining Newcastle University, he held several academic positions at Teesside University, including Senior Lecturer in Business and Principal Lecturer Staffing and Resources (Support), where he managed workload allocation and led the redevelopment and revalidation of key postgraduate programmes such as the Doctor of Business Administration (DBA), MA Leadership (Online), and the MSc International Management (Applied and Pathways) portfolio. The MSc International Management (Applied and Pathways) encompassed twelve courses and involved the development of 30 new modules. Domnan has also taught at the University of Wales Trinity Saint David and the University of Huddersfield.


Dr Miri’s research sits at the intersection of Strategy, International Business, and Entrepreneurship, exploring how institutional arrangements, organisational structures, digital technologies, and dynamic capabilities influence the performance and development of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and social enterprises (SEs). His work also explores corporate social responsibility (CSR), corporate citizenship (CC), and creating shared value (CSV), with a particular interest in institutional studies in emerging and developing economies and informal entrepreneurial ecosystems. His work has been published in several leading journals, including Technological Forecasting & Social Change, Production Planning & Control, Journal of International Management, International Marketing Review, Journal of Small Business and Enterprise Development, and the Asia Pacific Journal of Management.


Dr Miri holds fellowships of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA), the Institute of Management Consultants (FIMC) and the Institute of Management Specialists (FIMS). He is also a member of the British Academy of Management (BAM) and the EMES International Research Network.


He currently serves as an External Examiner at the University of East London and the University of Bedfordshire. His professional service includes ad-hoc reviewing for leading journals and conferences such as the Academy of Management Proceedings, Business Strategy and the Environment, and the European Journal of Marketing.


Dr Miri has received multiple recognitions for his contributions to teaching and research, including the Best Developmental Paper Award (Organisational Studies) at the British Academy of Management (2023) and the Douglas Nigh Best Paper Award (Finalist) at the Academy of Management Conference (2022).

 

Qualifications

·   Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Business and Management (Social Entrepreneurship), University of Huddersfield, UK.

·   Master of Science (MSc) in International Business and Management, University of Bradford, UK.

·   Postgraduate Certificate in Learning, Teaching and Higher Education (PgCLTHE), Teesside University, UK.

·   Postgraduate Certificate in Research Methods (PgCert), University of Huddersfield, UK.

·   Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Economics, (Second Class Upper Division, 2:1), Babcock University, Nigeria.


Roles & Responsibilities

·      Module Leader BUS2041 Principles of International Business and BUS2038 Introduction to Sustainability: Theory and Practice.

 

Professional Memberships and Fellowships

·      Fellow of Higher Education Academy (FHEA), Advance HE, UK.

·      Fellow of the Institute of Management Consultants (FIMC), Institute of Management Consultants, UK. 

·      Fellow of the Institute of Management Specialists (FIMS), Institute of Management Specialists, UK. 

·      Full Member, British Academy of Management (BAM).

·      Individual Member, EMES International Research Network.


Professional Activities

·      Academy of Management Annual Proceedings – Ad-hoc Reviewer (2017, 2018).

·      Academy of International Business Annual Conference – Ad-hoc Reviewer (2017).

·      Business Strategy and the Environment Journal – Ad-hoc Reviewer (2021).

·      European Journal of Marketing – Ad-hoc Reviewer (2021, 2022).

·      Asia Pacific Management Review – Ad-hoc Reviewer (2023).

·      Critical Perspectives on International Business – Ad-hoc Reviewer (2025).

 

External Examiner Roles

·      2023 – 2027: External Examiner, Business, Entrepreneurship and Finance Department, University of East London, UK.

·      2025 – 2029: External Examiner, overseeing standards on the Business Continuity and Planet module, Leadership and Management, Bedfordshire Business School, University of Bedfordshire, UK.


Awards and Honours

·      2023 – Nominee, Outstanding Teaching Awards, Teesside University, UK.

·      2023 – Nominee, Living Our Values Awards, Teesside University, UK.

·      2023 – Winner, Best Developmental Paper Award (Organisational Studies), British Academy of Management (BAM), University of Sussex, UK.

·      2022 – Finalist, Douglas Nigh Best Paper Award, Academy of Management Conference, Seattle, USA.

Research

Main Expertise

Dr Miri’s research expertise lies at the intersection of Strategy, International Business, and Entrepreneurship, with a focus on how organisations grow, innovate, and create both social and economic value in diverse contexts. 


Research Interests

His work particularly examines the influence of the institutional environments on social enterprises (SE), exploring how formal and informal institutions shape their conceptualisation, development, and evolution. This research highlights the critical role of institutional contexts in shaping social entrepreneurship, especially in settings characterised by limited resources, institutional voids, or informal structures.

Dr Miri is also interested in how organisational structures, dynamic capabilities, and digital technologies affect the growth, innovation, and competitiveness of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and Social Enterprises (SEs). By studying these factors, he seeks to understand how organisations adapt strategically to changing markets and institutional pressures.

A key strand of his work focuses on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Corporate Citizenship (CC), and Creating Shared Value (CSV). He investigates how these responsible business practices manifest across different organisational scales - from SMEs to multinational enterprises (MNEs) - and how factors such as size, institutional context, and informality influence the nature and extent of responsible business behaviour. Central to this work is the balance between economic and social value, examining how organisations can pursue profitability while contributing positively to society.

In addition, Dr Miri also maintains a strong interest in neo-institutional studies in emerging and developing economies and in informal business environments. His research explores how contextual factors, including social norms, regulatory frameworks, and institutional voids, shape strategic behaviour, CSR engagements, social enterprise development, and innovation. 

He also investigates informal entrepreneurial models, examining how traditional systems of mentoring, apprenticeships and skill development foster entrepreneurial capabilities and business growth. Through this lens, he seeks to understand how cultural and institutional dynamics influence enterprise development and the creation of both social and economic value.


Doctoral Supervision

Dr Miri has successfully supervised six doctoral candidates to completion and has served as chair and examiner for viva voce. Domnan is keen to continue supervising PhD research aligned with his areas of expertise and welcomes discussions with prospective students. He is happy to explore research proposals within the broad scope of his interests, so please feel free to get in touch to discuss your ideas.


Research Interests for PhD supervision 

·       Social, Informal and Sustainable Entrepreneurship

·       Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) Development

·       Digital Technologies

·       Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Corporate Citizenship (CC), Creating Shared Value (CSV) and Sustainability

·       Neo-Institutionalism

·       Developing and Emerging Economies, including the Informal Economy



Teaching

Teaching Philosophy

At the core of Dr Miri’s teaching philosophy is a commitment to placing the learner at the centre of all educational experiences. He views teaching as a collaborative and transformative process, encouraging curiosity, critical thinking, and the practical application of knowledge to real-world contexts. His approach emphasises inclusivity, support, and the development of transferable skills, ensuring students are equipped with the confidence and capability to succeed in complex professional environments. 

This philosophy is reflected in his nomination for the Outstanding Teaching Awards at Teesside University, highlighting his focus on creating meaningful, engaging, and impactful learning experiences. By combining a student-centred approach with evidence-based practice, Dr Miri ensures that teaching and learning are not only academically rigorous but also empowering and transformative for all students.


Pedagogical Practice

Dr Miri’s pedagogical practice is grounded in evidence-based, inclusive, and active learning strategies. He integrates research-informed approaches that promote engagement, reflection, and practical application of knowledge, fostering a learning environment where students can thrive. His leadership and expertise in pedagogy are recognised through his Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (Advance HE UK), affirming his commitment to professional development, reflective practice, and educational leadership. He continually seeks to innovate teaching methods and assessment strategies, ensuring that learning is relevant, rigorous, and responsive to both student needs and institutional objectives. His work has consistently contributed to improving teaching quality, enhancing student outcomes, and advancing institutional standards in higher education.


Teaching and Curriculum Development

Building on his philosophy and pedagogical practice, Dr Miri has extensive experience in curriculum development, having led the redevelopment and revalidation of key postgraduate programmes such as the Doctor of Business Administration (DBA), MA Leadership (Online), and the MSc International Management (Applied and Pathways) portfolio. The MSc International Management (Applied and Pathways) encompassed twelve courses and involved the development of 30 new modules. He has played a central role in designing and updating curricula to ensure alignment with contemporary academic standards, professional and industry requirements, and student needs. His work emphasises student-centred, inclusive, and practice-based learning, integrating opportunities for applied learning, critical thinking, and real-world problem-solving. Through these initiatives, Dr Miri has enhanced course coherence, improved learning outcomes, and strengthened the overall quality of programs. He has collaborated closely with academic teams, industry partners, and external examiners to ensure that curriculum design is rigorous, forward-looking, and responsive to evolving disciplinary and professional expectations. His leadership in curriculum redevelopment and revalidation demonstrates a consistent commitment to academic excellence and innovation in teaching and learning.

 

Modules Taught

2024-2025 Academic Year

Undergraduate Level

·      BUS1002 Global Business Environment.

·      BUS2038 Introduction to Sustainability: Theory and Practice.

·      BUS3003 Advance Business Practice.

·      BUS3054 Strategy Organisations & Society.

·      BUS3055 Contemporary Issues in International Business Management.

·      BUS3079 The Responsible Management Practitioner.

·      BUS3080 Tackling Social Issues via Social Ventures.

 

Postgraduate Level

·      NBS8600 Practice-Based Dissertation in International Business Management

 

2024-2025 Academic Year

Undergraduate Level

·      BUS1002 Global Business Environment.

·      BUS2038 Introduction to Sustainability: Theory and Practice.

·      BUS3003 Advance Business Practice.

·      BUS3054 Strategy Organisations & Society.

·      BUS3055 Contemporary Issues in International Business Management.

·      BUS3079 The Responsible Management Practitioner.

·      BUS2041 Principles of International Business

 

Postgraduate Level

·      NBS8660 Advanced Sustainability Management Project.

 

Module Leader 

·      BUS2041 Principles of International Business. 

·      BUS2038 Introduction to Sustainability: Theory and Practice.


 


Publications