University of Sunderland appoints pro vice-chancellor

The University of Sunderland has appointed Dr Alex Hope as its new pro vice-chancellor (Faculty of Business and Technology).

An award-winning educator, researcher and academic leader, Dr Hope brings extensive experience in responsible business, sustainable development and business ethics. 

He joins from Northumbria University, where he is currently associate pro vice-chancellor (international and educational partnerships) in the Faculty of Science and Environment.

Dr Hope is internationally recognised for his research and advisory work, holding positions with the United Nations Principles of Responsible Management Education (PRME), Business in the Community (BITC) North East and the Chartered Association of Business Schools.

He will take up his new role at Sunderland in the new year.

Dr Hope said: “I’m absolutely delighted to be joining the University of Sunderland as pro vice-chancellor for the Faculty of Business and Technology. 

“Sunderland’s mission resonates deeply with my own values as a leader and educator. 

“This is a university with a clear sense of purpose, a strong civic ethos, and a real opportunity to shape the future of business and technology education in the North East and beyond.

“I’m excited to get started and to work with colleagues across the Faculty and University to build something bold, distinctive, and impactful.”

Professor Helen Driscoll, deputy vice-chancellor (Education) at the University of Sunderland, added: “I am delighted to welcome Dr Alex Hope as pro vice-chancellor (Faculty of Business and Technology). 

“He has a wealth of relevant expertise and experience of leadership across a wide range of portfolio areas from the various roles he has held at Northumbria.

“Alex will lead the Faculty of Business and Technology and will have university-wide strategic leadership responsibilities for apprenticeships and skills, supporting our ambitions for further growth and excellence.”

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