Dr. Khalil Dirani

Professor

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Biography

Khalil M. Dirani is a Professor and Department Head in Educational Administration at Texas A&M University, holding the JL & Sidney Huffines `44 Endowed Chair. Since joining Texas A&M University in 2014, he has transitioned to a leadership role from previously serving as an Assistant and Associate Professor in Human Resource Development at the University of Georgia. Dr. Dirani is recognized for his scholarly work in learning organizations, talent development, and interdisciplinary collaborations in various educational contexts. He actively contributes to the field through his participation in leadership roles such as Past-President of the Academy of Human Resource Development and being a founding member of international networks focused on knowledge sharing and capacity building. His research interests include talent development in the global economy and the impact of cultural contexts on learning and development within organizations.

Research Interests

Talent Development Learning Organizations Human Resource Development Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Experience

Professor and Department Head

2014-01-01 — Present

Texas A&M University • College Station, TX

Leads the Department of Educational Administration and oversees academic programs and faculty development.

Assistant/Associate Professor

2008-01-01 — 2014-01-01

University of Georgia • Athens, GA

Taught courses in Human Resource Development and conducted research in talent development.

Courses

Organizational Learning Professional Internship Directed Studies Training & Development Career Development Evaluation Models Research & Development Seminar

Requirements for Texas A&M University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree Baccalaureate degree in Communication or related field preferred
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Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Communication and Journalism. Ph.D. program only currently admitting. GRE is test-optional.