Dr Mariana Dodourova

Dr Mariana Dodourova is the Dean of UWS London and her mission is to ensure the best possible quality of education that supports excellent student outcomes and student experience. With long-standing experience in UK academia, Mariana has occupied a variety of roles spanning most academic activities and developed extensive knowledge and understanding of the different facets of Higher Education.

She is a subject expert in strategic management, innovation and change management, and has worked with large and small companies on consultancy projects responding to a range of organisational needs. Her work has been presented at national and international conferences and published in peer-reviewed journals.

She has delivered funded research in the ICT industries, the UK creative industries, and the European automotive industry. Several Doctoral students have achieved successful completion under her supervision in the areas of change management, strategic growth and strategic development processes. She is a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy.