Study In UK: Global Institute For Women's Leadership Joins King's Business School

With Professor Heejung Chung now joining as the new Director of the Global Institute for Women’s Leadership (GIWL), the institute is now part of King’s Business School.

Professor Heejung Chung, Professor of Work and Employment has been appointed as the new Director of King's Global Institute for Women's Leadership.

While commenting on her appointment, she said, "Threats to women's rights and the rise of misogynistic views, even among younger generations, give GIWL’s work increased urgency. It’s not just about getting the few to reach top positions. It’s about changing some of the most problematic structures in our labour market and society to create an environment where women and other intersectional marginalised communities can thrive. This way society as a whole – including men - can benefit."

"King’s Business School has had a close relationship with GIWL over the years and I am very proud that we will be taking it forward in the next stage of its development and providing innovative research on the future of women’s leadership. There is a huge opportunity to engage directly with those who have the power to create change within organisations and I am looking forward to seeing the institute continue to flourish under Heejung’s leadership and that of GIWL chair Julia Gillard," said Professor Stephen Bach, Executive Dean, King's Business School.

Vice President For Research & Innovation Recognised For Engineering And Education

Professor Sir Bashir M. Al-Hashimi, the Vice President (Research & Innovation) at King's College London has been knighted in His Majesty’s New Year Honours 2025 for services to engineering and education.

Professor Shitij Kapur, Vice-Chancellor & President of King's College London commented on this recognition, "Professor Sir Bashir’s work is inspiring. Over the years he has balanced many technical achievements with good citizenship in a variety of higher education roles to make a real difference in the world. He has contributed significantly to increasing diversity within the engineering profession, and continues to do so. The entire King’s community is delighted to see Professor Sir Bashir recognised in the New Year Honours, and we wish him our warmest congratulations on this well-deserved achievement."

He has held various senior academic leadership roles over the course of his career. Other than his academic contributions, he continuously inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers. He actively promotes engineering and science among young people.

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