Dr. Andrew Roberts - PhD

Dr. Andrew Roberts is an experienced academic, researcher, and industry leader with a career spanning both academia and business consulting. With expertise in business, management, human resource management, and entrepreneurship, he has taught at top Australian universities and has consistently received commendations for teaching excellence. His passion for education is evident through his commitment to student success, curriculum development, and mentorship, helping learners bridge the gap between theory and practical application.

Beyond academia, Andrew has worked extensively as a corporate strategist and consultant, driving organisational transformation and leadership development across multiple industries. His research focuses on smart cities, ethical business practices, and entrepreneurship, with numerous publications and conference presentations to his name. With a career that blends innovation, research, and hands-on industry experience, he is dedicated to fostering future business leaders and professionals who can navigate complex, evolving markets with confidence and expertise.

His Qualifications Include:

• PhD in Business and Management, Swinburne University

• Graduate Diploma in Business Administration (Corporate and IT Strategy), Edinburgh University

• Master of Commerce (Sustainability), Swinburne University

• B.Sc. Mathematics and Statistics, Glasgow University

• Certificate IV in Workplace Learning and Assessment (TAE40116)

• Graduate Certificate in Learning & Teaching, Swinburne University

Awards Received

• 2019 Central Queensland University Platinum Certificate for Teaching Excellence (MGMT20146 Design Thinking)

• 2019 Central Queensland University Platinum Certificate for Teaching Excellence (MGMT20143 Think Big)

• 2022 AIB Dean’s Commendation for Teaching Excellence (9050PROJ MBA Research Project)

• 2022 AIB Dean’s Commendation for Teaching Excellence (8003SHRM Humane Resource Management)

• 2023 Swinburne University Pro-Vice Chancellor Commendation for Teaching Excellence (MGMT60042 Business Sustainability and Social Impact)

Teaching & Academic Contributions

• Recognised in the top 10% of lecturers at Swinburne University, Federation University, and the Australian Institute of Business (AIB)

• Developed and coordinated undergraduate and postgraduate units across business, management, marketing, finance, and leadership disciplines

• Supervised over 25 MBA research projects at Federation University

• Qualified Associate Supervisor for PhD candidates at Central Queensland University

Research & Publications

• 2024: Roberts, A. & Jopp, R. Reconceptualising the Role(s) of Third Places in Smart Cities (Journal of Smart Cities, in final edit)

• 2024: Roberts, A. & Segon, M. Smart Cities, Third Places and Ethics: Where Have All the Third Places Gone? (Journal of Smart Cities, in final edit)

• 2024: Roberts, A. & Segon, M. Smart Cities and the Common Good: Those We Leave Behind (Journal of Smart Cities, in final edit)

• 2023: Segon, M. & Roberts, A. HRM and Management Professionals: Expertise, Duty, and Managing Corporate Ethics (Asian Journal of Business Ethics, accepted for publication)

• 2023: Roberts, A. The Future for Smart Cities: Equal for Some but Not for Others (Future of Smart Cities, Nova Science Publishers)

• 2023: Roberts, A. Social and Community Capital: The Need for More Human Connection and the Role of Third Places (Future of Smart Cities, Nova Science Publishers)

• 2023: Roberts, A. Smart Cities: Citizen Equalisers or Inequality Generators (Social Inequality – Structure and Social Processes, IntechOpen)

• Has actively worked on several other publications, get in touch to know more.

Industry & Consulting Experience

• CEO and Director of Roberts & Associates Consulting, advising mid-tier consulting and technology businesses

• Co-founder of multiple social entrepreneurship initiatives, including Marching Elephants, Brands for Good, and Carl Ride

• Former National General Manager at Empired Ltd, leading multi-million-dollar IT transformation projects

• Held executive roles at KPMG Consulting, IBM, and PwC Consulting, overseeing strategic growth and industry transformation

Dr. Roberts brings a unique blend of academic expertise and real-world business acumen to his teaching, ensuring students gain both theoretical knowledge and practical insights to advance in their careers.