Dimitria Groutsis
Regular biography
Dimitria Groutsis is a Professor at the University of Sydney Business School (BUS). Her research interests include Employment equity and diversity, Human resources management, and Organisational behaviour. She is the Academic Director of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) Program and Professor Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at the University of Sydney Business School. Dimitria's work focuses on migration, labour mobility, and cultural diversity in the business context. She has published in peer-reviewed journals, co-edited and co-authored books, and engaged with industry partners across various sectors. She is also involved in consulting roles with organisations such as the Diversity Council Australia and the Australian Human Rights Commission.
Scholar-generated biography
Dimitria Groutsis focuses on diversity management and migration, examining the intersection of these fields through the lens of migration intermediaries, skilled migration, and international human resource management. Their research explores how migration intermediaries shape skilled migrant employment, the role of reputation in talent mobility, and the impact of immigration policies on labor markets. Groutsis also investigates the experiences of migrant elites, including overseas-trained doctors and international assignees, and the challenges faced by temporary migrant workers in sectors like horticulture and food production. Their work highlights the complexities of migration for work, including the pursuit of emancipation and recognition in the context of employment.