What is your role here at Flinders? 

I am a Professor in Project Management and Innovation in the College of Business, Government and Law at Flinders University.

What drew you to teaching and researching project management? 

After I received my PhD in Industrial Engineering and MSc in Construction Management from Northeastern University, USA, I have been working as an academic. Prior to joining Flinders University, I was the Program Director of Postgraduate Project Management and the Head of Management Discipline in the Adelaide Business School, the University of Adelaide. Previously I have also taught at Monash University, Auckland University of Technology and Malaysia University of Science and Technology (in collaboration with MIT, USA).

How would you describe the impact of project management on organisational outcomes? 

Project management is significant on improving organisational outcomes and needed in all industries.  Time, cost and scope of any project can be optimised by implementing project management tools and methods.  The impact of project management is beneficial for project management academics and practitioners.

What has been your career highlight to date? 

I have been involved in many roles which include the Discipline Head, Program Director, programs and assessment committee, faculty search committee, student recruitment, board of studies, exam board, research committee and other administrative duties.  I find a career in education is rewarding especially to see our students graduate and work in their fields.

What do you enjoy about working at Flinders? 

I enjoy working at Flinders as I am currently exploring new opportunities by setting up a new Postgraduate Project Management program that consists of Master in Project Management, Graduate Diploma of Project Management and Graduate Certificate of Project Management.

Tell us about your ideal weekend. 

My ideal weekend would involve some of my hobbies, such as playing badminton and basketball, gardening and travelling.