About Me.
An academic, thought leader, and trusted consultant in corporate environmental management and sustainable business practices, driving innovative research, education, and real-world solutions that bridge theory and practice. I aim to inspire and equip the next generation of business leaders with the knowledge and skills to implement circular economy principles and sustainable solutions in global organizations. Through collaborative international projects, cutting-edge research, impactful teaching, and strategic consulting engagements, I strive to contribute significantly to the transition towards a more sustainable and responsible business world. My goal is to leverage academic insights and practical expertise to guide organizations in implementing effective sustainability strategies, ultimately supporting the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals and fostering positive change in both academic and corporate environments.
Education
Bhavesh Sarna holds a Ph.D. in Corporate Environmental Management from the University of Jyväskylä, Finland, completed in April 2024. His educational journey includes an M.Sc. in Corporate Environmental Management from the same university, an MBA from Auckland University of Technology specializing in Business Sustainability and Operations Management, and a Bachelor's in Technology in Computer Science from Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Hyderabad, India. This diverse educational background demonstrates a strong foundation in environmental management, sustainability, and technology.
2016-2024
PhD
University of Jyväskylä
Bhavesh Sarna completed his doctoral thesis. This doctoral thesis explores the relationship between employees and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) by examining microfoundations and individual differences that impact CSR implementation. Through literature review and empirical case studies, it develops a meta-framework combining individual and organizational CSR perspectives to help organizations better understand and manage employee diversity in achieving CSR goals..
Read this thesis here.
2014-2016
MSc
University of Jyväskylä
Bhavesh Sarna completed his Master's degree in Corporate Environmental Management at the University of Jyväskylä is an AACSB, AMBA & BGA-accredited program that focuses on sustainable business practices and environmental management in corporate settings. The program offers advanced courses such as Environmental Management in Stakeholder Networks, Managing a Green Organization, and Sustainability for Global Markets, preparing students for leadership roles in implementing sustainable and responsible business strategies in global organizations.
2011-2012
MBA
Auckland University of Technology
Bhavesh Sarna completed his MBA at Auckland University of Technology, AUT Business School, in New Zealand. His MBA specialization was in Business sustainability and operations management, which aligns well with his subsequent career focus on corporate environmental management and sustainability.
2000-2004
B.Tech
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University
Bhavesh Sarna completed his Bachelor's degree in Technology (B.Tech) from Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University in Hyderabad, India, in May 2004. His specialization during the Bachelor's program was in Computer Science, which provided him with a strong technical foundation before he transitioned into the field of business sustainability and environmental management in his later studies.