Profile
Dr. Farnoosh Farzaneh is an academic leader, educator and project-management professional whose experience spans higher education and international industry. At University Canada West, she contributes to departmental leadership, academic governance, curriculum development, faculty mentorship and student-success initiatives. Her interdisciplinary education combines business administration, management, engineering management and chemical engineering. As CARSA’s Deputy Chancellor, Academic Affairs, Dr. Farzaneh provides leadership for research and academic programs, scholarly standards, conferences, fellowships, awards and mentorship initiatives. She also supports academic partnerships and the engagement of researchers, universities and subject-matter experts.
Selected Accomplishments and Honours
- Serves as Assistant Professor and Program Lead, Bachelor of Commerce, at University Canada West.
- Serves as Interim Vice Chair of the Department of Quantitative Studies.
- Holds a Doctorate in Business Administration, three master’s degrees and a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering.
- Recipient of University Canada West’s Always Chase Excellence Award.
- Recipient of University Canada West’s Pat on the Back Award for service and leadership.
- Graduated with high distinction from the MBA program at University Canada West.
- Recognized as the top graduate in the Master of Engineering Management program at the University of Wollongong in Dubai.
- Has contributed to curriculum and program development at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
- Has taught more than 30 undergraduate and graduate courses across Canadian and international institutions.
- Has held leadership responsibilities in academic integrity, departmental advising, faculty mentorship and institutional committees.
- Has managed or supported international industrial and transportation projects across multiple countries.
- Has served as a keynote speaker, conference moderator, session chair and peer reviewer.