Dr. S. Mosi Dorbayani

Dr. S. Mosi Dorbayani

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Biography:

Dr. Mosi Dorbayani earned his PhD from the University of Salford, in Manchester, with specializations in Cultural Diplomacy, Public Policy and Project Management, and holds graduate qualifications in Business Economics from Harvard University, MBA from Aston University, in Birmingham, and an LLM in International Law from University of Sunderland, UK. 

He conducted his postdoctoral research studies in Law and Cultural Diplomacy at the University of Lisbon, NOVA School of Law in Portugal, and is a member of the International Bar Association - IBA.   

Dr. Dorbayani is pedagogically certified in Teaching Higher Education by Derek Bok Center - Harvard University, and is certified in Public Financial Management, by International Monetary Fund (IMF), and holds a CPHR designate. 

At University Canada West, he teaches various graduate courses, including HR-Talent Management at Leadership and People Management Department. His teaching style is practice-based and learner-centered, and he sees himself as a facilitator of growth. 

Expertise and Experience 

Dr. Dorbayani is a seasoned Canadian entrepreneur, executive adviser, coach and consultant in international management and strategic leadership since 1992. His major international clients include KPMG, ThyssenKrupp, Sony-Ericson, MKB Bank and BNP Paribas. He believes in lifelong learning, and always combines theory with practice. He is a noted scholar, an award-winning author and a songwriter. 

As a goodwill Ambassador to several UN-affiliated organizations, Dr. Dorayani advocates for the Universal Declaration of Human Rights Education (UDHR) and stands for Cultural Diplomacy. He is an expert member of The Academic Council on The United Nations System – ACUNS, and taught undergrad and graduate courses at WAALM - School of Cultural Diplomacy, UK, and at Pinnacle Business School, IFSI Institution in Hungary, where he attained his full professorship. Dr. Dorbayani also represented the University of London in Central Europe, taught courses and served as an examiner and assessor for several years.  

Publications and Scholarly Activity 

Dr. Dorbayani is the author of 17 books, numerous briefings and articles:  

Dr. Dorbayani’s research interests include cultural diplomacy for social impact, culture and economic growth, cultural and public policy, management of creative projects for change, talent management and economic growth, cross-cultures and negotiation, negotiation and conflict resolution, song writing for social impact and dialogue, and research in practice and productions. 

Awards 

Professional Awards 

  • MarCom Platinum Award, 2020

    For Marketing Analysis and Studies of Fitbit Marketing Strategies.  
  • Hermes Platinum Award, 2020

    For writing ‘Cultural Diplomacy’ - The Best Book in Public Diplomacy
  • Hermes Gold Award, 2020

    For writing ‘Message Song’ - The Best Educational & Creative Content 
  • Mayor's Award, 1998, 1999 and 2000

    Three-time Mayor's Award recipient for best Coach and Instructor in Hungary, EU 

Community and Humanitarian Awards 

  • Communitas Award, 2020 

    For Raising Awareness on Ocean Pollution and Marine Life  
  • Human Rights Hero Award, 2010

    Conferred at the 7th Annual Intl. Human Rights Summit in Geneva, at the European headquarters of the United Nations. 

Education Awards  

  • Medal of Excellence for Best Assessor and Examiner, 2002

    Conferred by University of London, Examination and Assessment Council – Edexcel International. 

 

Music Awards  

  • Lit Talent Awards, New York, 2021

    Platinum Award for Best Pop Songwriter, ‘In Depth of Your Eyes’

    Platinum Award for Best Songwriter, Social Impact Song, ‘Hopes in Chain’

    Gold Award for Best Lyrics Writing, ‘Wisdom of Years’

    Gold Award for Best Rhythm, ‘In the Shadow of Sparrows’  
  • Lit Talent Awards, New York, 2022

    Platinum Award for Best Pop Songwriter, ‘Duality’

    Gold Award for Best Classical/Crossover Songwriter, ‘Morning Dove’

    Gold Award for Best Instrumental Score, ‘Aurora’ 

Volunteer Activity 

  • Promoting UN Environment Program 
  • Promoting Amnesty International Education
  • Ambassador / Educator of UN’s Universal Declaration of Human Rights 

Contact him on LinkedIn or visit his full profile page at dorbayani.com/mosidorbayaniprofile.