Prof. Walid Nakara

Prof. Walid Nakara

My Academic and Professional Journey

Education and Qualifications

  • HDR (Accreditation to Supervise Research): University of Montpellier (2022)

  • PhD in Management Science (with distinction): University of Toulouse 1 Capitole (2011)

  • Master’s Degree: Innovation and Corporate Governance, University of Toulouse 1 Capitole (2002)

Awards and Distinctions

  • 2019 Teaching Excellence Award: Montpellier Business School

  • 2019 Best Paper Award: Academy of Entrepreneurship and Innovation

Professional Experience

  • Since 2019: Director and Chairholder of the BEST Chair, Montpellier Business School.

  • Since 2022: Master’s Program Director, Montpellier Business School.

  • 2017-2023: Head of Department, Montpellier Business School.

Since 2022 : Full Professor, Montpellier Business School.

Visiting Professor:

  • University of South Florida (2019)
  • UQAM Montreal (2018)
  • International University of Rabat (2014)
  • Queen Margaret University (2011)
  • 2012-2017: Affiliate Professor, INSA Lyon, France.
  • 2009-2010: Affiliate Professor, Toulouse Business School, France.

Academic Contributions and Responsibilities

Scientific Publications

  • Articles published in renowned journals, including:
    • World Development
    • Small Business Economics
    • Journal of Business Research
      These works address several topics such as social innovation, entrepreneurship in contexts of poverty, and the influence of institutions on entrepreneurial ecosystems.

Doctoral Research Supervision

  • Supervised theses on topics including:
    • The use of blockchain technology to advance the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
    • Entrepreneurship in developed countries, with a focus on innovation and sustainability.

    • Supporting Entrepreneurial Teams

Expertise

  • Expert reviewer for the ANR (French National Research Agency), providing evaluations on research projects and proposals.
  • Member of selection committees for incubators such as Alter’Incub and Realis, contributing to the identification and support of innovative and socially impactful startups.
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Courses Taught

Social Entrepreneurship (Master’s Program):
Exploration of social impact business models, with a focus on sustainable solutions to address societal challenges.

Strategic Management (MBA):
In-depth study of strategic approaches in a global and complex environment, aiming to train high-value decision-makers.

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