Dr Zahoor Ahmed Soomro
Staff profile
I have a doctorate degree in Online Business Management from the University of Central Lancashire. My research is mainly focused on identity fraud management in e-tail organisations.
- Senior Lecturer, Business Management
Tell us about your background?
I’ve explored various types of online frauds faced by large online organisations, focusing on effective management of identity fraud to develop beneficial customer relationship and control fraud losses. My publications include a holistic view of managing information security, identity fraud management, and m-commerce fraud prevention. I’m currently working on the development of a contextual framework for identity fraud management, extending deterrence theory in an identity fraud prevention context and the significance of policy management in prevention of online frauds.
What do you most enjoy about teaching?
Inspiring curiosity, sharing knowledge, and supporting learners to achieve their potential. Seeing students grow in confidence, develop critical thinking, and applying learning to real-life makes teaching rewarding and meaningful for me.
How can students benefit from your experience?
Through my practical insights, research-informed teaching, and real-world examples that bridge theory and practice. I provide structured guidance, constructive feedback, and mentorship tailored to individual needs. This approach enhances critical thinking, professional skills, academic confidence, and supports students long-term success.
What has been the highlight of your career so far?
Supporting students to achieve academic and professional success, particularly guiding postgraduate and doctoral students from enrolment to completion. Contributing to curriculum development, supervising impactful research, and seeing graduates progress into leadership roles has been especially rewarding. These achievements reflect a sustained commitment to teaching excellence, student engagement, and meaningful knowledge creation.
Why should students consider studying this course?
The DBA bridges advanced academic research with real-world business practice. You develop strategic thinking, leadership capability, and evidence-based decision-making skills, enabling professionals to solve complex organisational challenges. A DBA enhances career progression by strengthening credibility at senior and executive levels while allowing you to research issues directly relevant to your workplace. It also offers personalised supervision, intellectual growth, and the opportunity to contribute original knowledge with practical impact.
What is the best piece of advice your have for your students?
Stay disciplined, curious, and resilient throughout your journey. Choose a research topic rooted in real organisational challenges you are passionate about, as this sustains motivation over time. Engage actively with your supervisors, welcome constructive feedback, and manage your time consistently - remember a DBA is a marathon, not a sprint. Focus on producing rigorous, impactful research that contributes to practice while developing yourself as a reflective, ethical leader.