Interim Pro-Vice-Chancellor (faculty of social sciences) - Professor Paul Dobson

PA -S.Hough@uea.ac.uk.

Prof Paul Dobson is Interim Pro-Vice Chancellor for the Faculty of Social Sciences with responsibility for the overall academic and strategic leadership of the seven schools within UEA’s Social Sciences faculty.

Paul joined UEA in 2010 as Professor of Business Strategy and Public Policy and Head of Norwich Business School, where he oversaw a major expansion of the School in doubling its courses, staffing and income. Under his leadership, the School achieved considerable success in national and international rankings, underpinned by research and teaching excellence and a commitment to providing students with a truly outstanding learning experience.

As an academic expert, Paul is recognised as a leading international authority on competition and consumer policy specialising in food supply, food retailing, and public health. He has written extensively on these matters, advised numerous national and international organisations, and provided regular commentary for a wide range of media (including TV, radio, and news/trade press).

Further details can be found on Paul’s profile page.