Afsaneh Nahavandi

Afsaneh Nahavandi is a Professor of Management at the University of San Diego School of Business and Professor Emerita at Arizona State University.14 She received her Ph.D. in social psychology from the University of Utah in 1983.3 Dr. Nahavandi has over 30 years of experience in teaching and research, specializing in leadership, teams, and culture.2

Career Highlights

• Currently teaches leadership and organizational behavior courses at the University of San Diego School of Business4
• Served as Chair of the Department of Leadership Studies at the University of San Diego from 2013 to 20164
• Previously taught at Arizona State University from 1988 to 2013, holding various positions including Professor and Associate Dean4
• Started her academic career as an Assistant Professor at Northeastern University from 1983 to 19884

Achievements and Contributions

• Author of several books, including "The Cultural Mindset," "The Art and Science of Leadership," and "Organizational Behavior"12
• Winner of multiple teaching awards, including ASU's 2004 Professor of the Year1
• Creator and principal investigator of the Cultural Mindset Project (CMP)2
• Published numerous articles in academic journals and presented at national and international conferences3
• Sought-after speaker and consultant on leadership and culture2

Dr. Nahavandi's work focuses on integrating leadership, culture, and ethics in organizational settings. Her most recent research explores ancient philosophy and its applications to modern leadership practices.3