Adelaide, South Australia, Australia, December 2025 — Sukhbir Sandhu has been promoted to Full Professor at the University of South Australia. Marking this milestone, she reflected on a 15-year journey with the School of Management that has blended hard work with deep camaraderie, gratitude, and a strong sense of community.
In her message, Sukhbir acknowledged that while the academic journey is never easy, it can be deeply fulfilling when supported by “amazing co-travellers.” She expressed sincere thanks to mentors Carol T. Kulik and Tima Bansal, leaders at University of South Australia, colleagues at AOM ONE Division, and editorial peers connected with the Australian Journal of Management and Business & Society.
Over the last 15+ years at the University of South Australia, Sukhbir Sandhu has built a sustained track record in teaching, research, and leadership within the School of Management. Her elevation to Full Professor reflects both academic impact and trusted institutional stewardship.
In recent years, she has served as an Associate Professor in Sustainability, contributing to the university’s scholarship and capability-building in responsible management and sustainability-focused education.
Alongside her academic role, she has also held the leadership position of Executive Director, Centre for Workplace Excellence (CWeX), demonstrating a strong focus on translating research and people strategy into practical workplace outcomes.
Earlier in her UniSA journey, she worked as a Senior Lecturer, laying the foundation for her later school-wide and centre-level leadership contributions.
About University of South Australia
The University of South Australia (UniSA) is known as Australia’s University of Enterprise. It serves a large student community and is recognized for outcomes-focused teaching and research. UniSA’s culture emphasizes agility, resilience, and real-world impact, anchored by its Enterprise25 strategy focusing on people, programs, and precincts. The university is committed to excellence, equity, and developing graduates equipped to create meaningful change.
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