Meg Hibbins

Dr Meg Hibbins’ impact is demonstrated through her leadership in education, industry engagement and applied research. As Director of the Bachelor of Management, she strengthens connections between curriculum, student experience, industry and graduate employability. Her leadership of the UTS–ICC Sydney Graduate Program has created a direct pathway from university to professional employment and was recognised with the 2025 UTS Business School Dean’s Award for Productive Partnerships.

 

Her teaching impact has been recognised nationally through a 2022 Australian Award for University Teaching Citation for Outstanding Contributions to Student Learning, alongside UTS awards for social impact and teaching excellence. Her applied research extends this impact to industry and communities through projects examining music festivals, the live entertainment economy, SXSW Sydney, event accessibility, the Australian festival landscape and agritourism. Across her work, Dr Hibbins focuses on translating academic knowledge into practical outcomes for students, industry and communities.