Dr. Baroun is an accomplished academic and practitioner currently working as
an Assistant Professor of Business Management & HRM at the Arab
Open University in Kuwait. He holds a Ph.D. in Human Resources Management (HRM)
from the University of Salford, United Kingdom, complemented by a Master of
Business Administration (MBA) and an undergraduate degree in a related field.
His academic credentials reflect a strong foundation in business and management
studies, with a specialized focus on HRM, a discipline that has remained
central to his professional and scholarly pursuits.
Prior to his academic career, Dr. Baroun accumulated extensive
experience in the private sector, particularly within the oil and gas industry,
which is the cornerstone of Kuwait’s economy. His practical insights into
organizational dynamics, workforce management, and strategic decision-making in
this high-stakes sector have significantly enriched his academic contributions.
This dual expertise, combining theoretical knowledge with real-world
application positions him as a valuable resource in both academic and
professional circles.
Dr. Baroun is an active member of several prestigious institutions,
including Kuwait Economic Society, where he engages in discussions and
initiatives aimed at advancing economic and managerial practices in Kuwait and
the region. His involvement in other academic institutions further underscores
his commitment to fostering intellectual exchange and contributing to the
development of management studies.
His research interests are centered on critical HRM topics,
including meritocracy, redundancy, power distance, and cultural dimensions.
These areas are particularly relevant in the context of Kuwait and the broader
Gulf region, where cultural and organizational dynamics often intersect with
global business practices. Dr. Baroun’s publications explore these themes,
offering nuanced perspectives that bridge theory and practice. His work not
only contributes to academic discourse but also provides actionable insights
for organizations navigating complex HR challenges in culturally diverse
environments. Through his teaching, research, and professional engagements, Dr.
Baroun continues to make significant contributions to the field of business
management and HRM.
Teaching
courses at AOU:
1.
B207A – Shaping Business
opportunities/ Part A
2.
B207B – Shaping Business opportunities/
Part B
3.
B325 – Managing Across Organisational and
Cultural Boundaries.
4.
HRM210 – Human Resources Training and
Development.
5.
HRM310 – Workplace Health and Safety.
6.
HRM330 – Strategic Human Resource
Management.
7.
BUS628 - International Human Resources Management.
- Arab Open University – Assistant Professor
February 2022- Present
Assistant Professor of Business Administration and Human Resources Management – Faculty of Business studies
- Arab Open University, Teaching Assistant (Part-time)
February 2021- June 2021
Business administration Tutor – Faculty of Business studies
- Oasis Holding (Oil & Gas)
January 2016- January 2021
HR Director – HR Department
- Al-Qaem Group (Supply chain)
July 2011- December 2016
Administrative officer – HR Department
Book Chapters:
· Integration of Sustainable HRM Practices with Smart City Growth: Pathway to Attaining Urban Efficiency and Workforce Innovation. "Civic Synergy: Leading and Managing the Evolution of Smart Cities" Published by Emerald Publishing (November 2025).
Journal Articles:
· The Challenges in Implementing Safety Procedures: Examining Kuwait’s Labor Law Article 83 Impact on Employee Performance. The International Journal of Law and Management. https://doi.org/10.1108/IJLMA-11-2024-0411 (Scopus – Q2)
· The Right to Disconnect: Impact on Job Demands, Burnout, and Well-Being Among Female Teachers. The Journal of Governance and Regulation. (Scopus – Q4)
· Does Political Tribalism Result a Destruction in Meritocracy? An Overview of the reality of Human Capital situation in Kuwait. International Journal of Cross-Cultural Management. https://doi.org/10.1177/14705958241253064 (Scopus – Q1)
· The Impact of Organizational Sensemaking in the Emergence of Hybrid Logic: The Case of the National Gallery of UK. International Journal of Electronic Finance. https://doi.org/10.1504/IJEF.2025.10063360 (Scopus – Q4)
· Would Attitude Moderate Organizational Performance? A Case Study on the Oil and Gas Industry. Corporate Governance and Organizational Behavior Review. https://doi.org/10.22495/cgobrv7i2sip15 (Scopus – Q4)
· The effects of cross-cultural differences on HRM Functions: The case of multinational corporations in Kuwaiti Community. Journal of Enterprising Communities: People and Places in Global Economy. https://doi.org/10.1108/JEC-03-2023-0039 (Scopus – Q2)
· Meritocracy, personality traits and recruitment: Some insights from the Qatari enterprising community. Journal of Enterprising Communities: People and Places in the Global Economy. https://doi.org/10.1108/JEC-12-2020-0216 (Scopus – Q2)
