Dr. Katerina Beta
Dr. Katerina Beta is a distinguished academic, researcher, and consultant with over 11 years of combined industry and higher education experience. Currently Associate Dean at Global University College (Ajman, UAE), she leads on academic quality, programme development, and strategic growth. She has also served as Lecturer, MBA Associate Course Director, and academic leader at Coventry University. Alongside her academic career, she delivers consultancy and training in leadership, strategy, entrepreneurship, project management, and digital transformation, with a particular focus on AI and data analytics.
Work Experience
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Associate Dean, Global University College (Ajman, UAE)
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Lecturer, Coventry University
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MBA Associate Course Director, Coventry University
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Academic Leader, Coventry University
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Consultant & Trainer – Leadership, Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Project Management, Digital Transformation
She holds a BSc in Finance, an MBA, and a PhD in Artificial Intelligence from Coventry University, where her doctoral research explored the impact of AI and digital technologies on education.
Educational Qualification
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BSc in Finance
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MBA
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PhD in Artificial Intelligence, Coventry University
Doctoral research: Impact of AI and digital technologies on education
Her expertise spans leadership, strategy, entrepreneurship, project management, and digital transformation, underpinned by a strong focus on AI and data analytics.
Professional Skills
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Leadership
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Strategy
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Entrepreneurship
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Project Management
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Digital Transformation
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AI and Data Analytics
Her research, published in leading journals, examines how AI and analytics shape business strategy and decision-making, bridging academic knowledge with practical insights for industry and policymakers.

