Lilia Mantai

Dr Lilia Mantai is an academic at The University of Sydney Business School, where she serves as Academic Director, Digital Postgraduate Programs, and Academic Lead, Course Enhancement. Her research interests include higher education, curriculum and pedagogy, learning sciences, and the impact of AI on skills and jobs. She has extensive experience in learning and teaching, academic development, and curriculum design. Dr Mantai has contributed to global guidelines on doctoral education and collaborates with experts in Australia and Europe. She is an Associate Editor for the Higher Education Research and Development (HERD) Journal and serves on the Executive of HERDSA. Her work has been published in top higher education and business journals, and she supervises Master's and PhD students.

Dr Lilia Mantai is a Senior Lecturer at The University of Sydney Business School, specializing in doctoral education, higher education, and undergraduate research. Her work explores the experiences of early doctoral students, the challenges of implementing research-based learning for undergraduates, and the role of social support in doctoral journeys. She investigates academic career progression, the impact of neoliberalism on doctoral candidates, and the development of research skills. Her research also addresses innovative teaching methods, such as object-based learning and postdigital co-design in higher education. Dr Mantai's publications highlight the importance of belonging, identity, and institutional support in shaping academic and research trajectories.