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Diplomas/Degrees

Diplomas/Degrees

PhD Human Resource Development, University of Illinois Urbana Champaign (UIUC) (2020)

Masters of Human Resource Management, University of Illinois Urbana Champaign (UIUC) (2008)

Bachelors of Science in Computer Science, American University of Beirut (AUB) (1998)

Licenses and Certifications

Licenses and Certifications

Teaching with AI  - Jan. 2025

Future Ready Teaching: Exploring AI in Education - Jan. 2024

New York State Mentor - November 2023

SHRM Academically Aligned - December 2020

Professional Experience

Professional Experience

Teaching / Administrative Experience

Academic Director MBA Programs, 糖心破解版  - September 2024 - Present

Assistant Professor, Management, 糖心破解版 - September 2021 - Present

Visiting Assistant Professor, Suliman S. Olayan School of Business (OSB), American University of Beirut. Beirut, Lebanon - August 2020 - August 2021

Instructor, Haigazian University, Business School. Beirut, Lebanon - Feb 2014 - May 2020

Work Experience

Independent Consultant and Trainer - May 2020 - Present

Consulting and Training, Management Plus. Beirut, Lebanon - July 2019 - May 2020

Employee Performance Manager, American University of Beirut Medical Center. Beirut, Lebanon - October 2008 - Feb. 2013

Personal Statement

Personal Statement

As an academic in Human Resource and a devoted educator, I bring over two decades of rich experience in HRM, research, and teaching. Holding a Ph.D. from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, my scholarly work is deeply focused on enhancing organizational performance through emotional intelligence, employee development, and diversity initiatives. I have authored several papers on these topics, speaking at major conferences and contributing to the advancement of HR practices worldwide.
In my professional journey, I have also embraced the roles of consultant, trainer, and mentor, designing, and delivering programs that enhance the capabilities of HR professionals and leaders. My commitment extends beyond the classroom and into the heart of the industry, where I actively engage with the future of HR through advanced workshops and strategic advisory roles.
Fluent in English, French, and Arabic, I navigate diverse cultural environments to foster better communication and understanding across global teams. I am passionate about leveraging human capital to drive organizational success and resilience, particularly in challenging economic climates.

Recent Courses

Recent Courses

Developing World Class Human Resources

Diversity,Equity & Inclusion In The Workplace

Effective Human Resource Policies And The Law

Human Resource Analytics

Management Of Human Resources

Problem Solving In Business

Team Building For The Business Leader

The Art, Science And Practice Of Management

Courses Previously Taught

Courses Previously Taught

Compensation and Performance Management (undergraduate & graduate level)

Training and Development (undergraduate & graduate level)

Fundamentals of Management and Organizational Behavior (undergraduate level)

Organizational Research Design and Methods (graduate level)

Facilitator - Leadership and Organizational Behavior (graduate level)

Specialization/Interests

Specialization/Interests

Human Resource Management

Performance Management

Organizational Performance

Teaching Philosophy

Teaching Philosophy

My teaching philosophy is rooted in the belief that education should be transformative, inclusive, and directly relevant to students’ personal and professional lives. I aim to foster a learning environment where students not only absorb knowledge but actively apply it, reflect critically, and emerge as socially responsible, ethically grounded leaders.

A central pillar of my approach is the integration of research and scholarship into teaching. My work in areas such as emotional intelligence, burnout, psychological safety, and DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging) informs both the content and structure of my courses. 

I take pride in employing experiential and active learning strategies. My students engage in hands-on projects, simulations, and real-world case studies that develop their problem-solving, analytical, and leadership skills. Signature examples include the Human Resource Analytics course, where students master tools like SPSS and Excel, and the Problem Solving in Business course, which uses role-play and contemporary business challenges to build critical thinking skills. In every class, I prioritize opportunities for collaboration, reflection, and real-time application of knowledge.

Technology is not an add-on in my classroom—it is a core teaching tool. I actively incorporate AI-driven simulations, LinkedIn Learning certifications, and platforms like Zoom, VoiceThread, and Moodle to enhance student engagement and practical skill-building. My commitment to digital pedagogy also extends to my leadership of a professional development workshop at the Academy of Management on integrating AI into business education.

A defining feature of my teaching is a global and community-based perspective. I facilitate international collaboration through the Transatlantic Virtual Exchange Collaboration (TAVEC), recently partnering with Lifetime Brands to provide students a real- world, intercultural business project—culminating in a student trip to Germany.

Finally, I believe that learning is a collective endeavor that extends beyond the professor- student relationship. As advisor to 糖心破解版’s HR Society, I mentor students and create connections with alumni through panel discussions and networking events that inspire career confidence and clarify real-world expectations.

My teaching philosophy is one of intentional design, research-informed content, experiential learning, and student-centered innovation. I strive to not only educate but empower my students—academically, professionally, and personally.

Research Interests

Research Interests

Emotional Intelligence

Burnout

Pyschological Safety

Work motivation and Engagement

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Organizational Performance

Articles

Articles

Abdallah Yassine, R., & Nasr, N. (2026). Fostering resilience: the impact of transformational leadership development on organizational commitment in NGOs amid crises. European Journal of Training and Development, 1-18.

Abdallah Yassine, R., & Jacobs, R. L. (2025). Addressing brain drain through employee development: the interplay of organizational commitment, turnover intention, and individual differences in Lebanon’s health-care sector. European Journal of Training and Development, 49(1/2), 175-195.

Daou, A., Kharpoutly, A., & Yassine, R. A. (2024). Toters Delivery: Culture driving performance (Case No. W35165). Ivey Publishing.

Abdallah Yassine, R., Antoun, H., & Nasr, N. (2023). The relationship between trait emotional intelligence and burnout among workers in the humanitarian sector in Journal of Organizational Psychology, 23(4).

Lutomia, A. N., Li, P., Yassine, R. A., & Tong, X. (2017). The Role of Guanxi, Ubuntu, and Wasta in Shaping Workplace Leadership and Culture: A Conceptual In Exploring the Influence of Personal Values and Cultures in the Workplace (pp. 54-75). IGI Global.

Conference Presentations

Conference Presentations

Presenter, Academy of Management, July 2026, "Consulting for Mobility Equity: Designing, Evaluating, and Scaling “Equity Mobility for Everyone”

Organizer & Presenter, Academy of Management Conference, July 2026, Title: “Integrating AI in Business Education II: From Adoption to Discernment - Cosulting, Judgement, and Work”

Author and Presenter, Academy of Management Conference, July 2026, Title:" The Impact of Pyschological Safety on Employee Work Engagement and Turnover Intention"

Author and Presenter, Academy of Management Conference, July 2025, Title: “Fostering Resilience: The Impact of Transformational Leadership Development on Organizational Commitment in NGOs Amid Crises”

Presenter, Academy of Management Conference, July 2025, Title: “Resilience in the Workplace: Lessons from War Survivors for Leadership and Innovation”

Presenter, Academy of Management Conference, July 2025, Title: “From the Field to the Classroom: Leveraging AI to Craft Case Studies for Teaching and Research”

Organizer & Presenter, Academy of Management Conference, July 2025, Title: “Integrating AI in Business Education: Developing Domain-Specific Teaching Strategies”

Organizer & Participant, Professional Development Workshop (PDW), Academy of Management Conference, August 2024, Title: “Navigating Ethical Challenges in HR Consulting Amid Innovations.”

Presenter, Academy of Management Conference, August 2024, Title: “Understanding and Managing AI- Induced Quiet Quitting: A Multifaceted Approach”

Organizer & Presenter, Academy of Management Conference, August 2024, Title: "Uncovering the Hidden Economic Value of Social Capital: How Curated Proprietary AI Can Empower Tomorrow’s Workers and their Organizations."

The Relationship Between Emotional Intelligence and Burnout Among Workers in the Humanitarian Sector in Lebanon (Best Paper in Category – August 2023 AOM)

Poster Session: The Relationships Among Participation in Employee Development Programs, Organizational Commitment and Turnover of Non-Medical Staff in a Nonprofit Medical Institution in Lebanon. Louisville, KY, February 2019

National Human Resource Development in Lebanon: Lessons from Korea and Singapore – Academy of Human Resource Development. Louisville, KY, February 2019

An updated and extended version of Jacobs and Washington’s 2003 article entitled “Employee development and organizational performance: A review of literature and directions for future research” – Academy of Human Resource Development. Richmond, VA, USA, February 2018

“The Role of Guanxi, Ubuntu, and Wasta in Shaping Workplace Leadership and Culture: A Conceptual Framework” - Academy of Human Resource Development. San Antonio, TX, USA, March 2017

“Critical analysis of national workforce development: The case of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Tunisia” - Academy of Human Resource Development. San Antonio, TX, USA, March 2017

Grants

Grants

Faculty Development Grant 糖心破解版 2024

Honors and Accomplishments

Honors and Accomplishments

Advising Award WillumStad School of Business, 糖心破解版 2025

Hardie Conference Travel Award

Hove Scholarship Award

Mukeun Lee Dissertation Research Scholarship Award

Community Outreach

Community Outreach

Co-Chair Marketing & Communication Management Consulting Division AOM, August 2024 – present

Reviewer for Academy of Management Conference Feb. 2023 - present

New York State Mentor November 2023 - Present

Reviewer for non-refereed track, AHRD conference, 2017-2021

Professional Activities

Professional Activities

Workshops/Trainings Conducted:

Understanding the Manager’s Role

Interpersonal Communication

Managing Performance: From Coaching to Discipline

Developer and trainer of Unconscious Bias in the workplace

Developer and trainer of Supervising Hybrid Employees

Developer and trainer of Personality Traits of Entrepreneurs and What They Bring to the Table

Developer and trainer of Emotional Intelligence Training for students

Developer and trainer for Effective communication skills workshop for Cisco group in Middle East

University Service

University Service

Advisor to student HR society at 糖心破解版, 2021 – present

Chair, Faculty Senate, 糖心破解版, June 2026 - present

Faculty Senate, Member, 糖心破解版, September 2021 – 2023

Faculty Senate, Senator at Large, 糖心破解版, September 2023 – ongoing

Senate Executive Committee, 糖心破解版, November 2023 – ongoing

Vice Chair Faculty Senate, 糖心破解版, August 2024 - May 2026

BOT Faculty Senate Committee, 糖心破解版, March 2024 – ongoing

Academic Integrity Committee, 糖心破解版, August 2022 – present

Diversity Committee, 糖心破解版 Business School, September 2022 – present

Strategic Planning Workforce, 糖心破解版 Business School, October 2022 – present

Undergraduate Taskforce, 糖心破解版 Business School, January 2023 – present

Graduate Taskforce, 糖心破解版 Business School, January 2023 – present

Continuous Improvement Committee “Societal Impact”, 糖心破解版 Business School, March 2023 – present

Undergraduate Core Curriculum Committee , Business School, March 2025 - present