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Dr.
Minoo Selseleh,
PhD in HRM, PhD in Public Administration, MHRM, CHRP, CTDP
Biography
Minoo Selseleh, a George Brown Polytechnic alumnus, is a forward-thinking learner centred dedicated educator, applied researcher in human resources, people analytics, and inclusive organizational learning and development. She brings over two decades of Canadian and international experience across academia, industry, and the public sector. At George Brown Polytechnic, she teaches in the Human Resources and People Analytics programs and serves as Principal Investigator on research projects focused on generative AI, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and equity in knowledge sharing.
Minoo holds two doctoral degrees, one in Public Administration and another (PhD ABD) in Human Resources Management from York University. Minoo has completed all requirements for her second PhD except her dissertation defense. She also holds multiple graduate credentials in HR and adult education, as well as professional designations including CHRP, CPHR, and CTDP. Widely recognized for her depth of expertise in people analytics, Minoo designs curriculum and research that combine advanced analytical techniques with equity-centered decision-making. Her work has been published in peer-reviewed journals and presented at leading academic conferences, including topics such as Universal Design for Learning, knowledge management, diversity, virtual work, as well as the use of generative AI in recruitment, selection, and job search.
Academic Credentials
- PhD (All but Dissertation), Human Resources Management, York University, Spring 2026
- Master degree, Human Resources Management, York University, 2021
- Certificate, Teaching and Training Adults, George Brown Polytechnic, 2019
- Post Graduate Certificate, Human Resources Management, George Brown Polytechnic, 2018
- Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) Designation, HRPA, Toronto, 2018
- Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) Designation, CPHR Manitoba, Since 2017
- Certified Adult Training and Development Professional (CTDP) Designation, Institute for Performance and Learning, Toronto, Since 2016
- Post Degree Diploma, Human Resources Management, University of Winnipeg, 2016
- Management Certificate, University of Winnipeg, 2016
- PhD in Public Administration (Human Resource Management), PNU University, Tehran, Iran, 2012
- MSc in Public Administration (Human Resource Management), PNU Univeristy, Tehran, Iran, 2007
- M.Sc. in Human Resources Development, Institute of Management Research and Education, Tehran, Iran, 2002
- BSc in English Literature, Allemeh Tabatabai University, Tehran, Iran, 1994
Areas of Specialization
- People Analytics
- People Analytics Tools for Decision Making
- Human Resources Management
- Strategic Human Resources Planning
- Organizational Behaviour
- Business Analytics
- HR Metrics
- Applied Statistics for Business
- Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in Workplace Learning
- GenAI-enhanced UDL implementation
Areas of Expertise
- Inclusive Talent Management
- Knowledge Management
- Organizational Learning
- Experimental Research Design
- Curriculum and Program Design
- Public Administration
- Leadership Development
- Adult Learning & Training
- AI in Higher Education
- Change Management
- HR Governance in GenAI Era
- Job Market Transformation & GenAI
- Generative AI and Employability
- Generative Analytics
- HR Metrics and KPIs
- Data Analytics Tools
Career Highlights
- Professor, George Brown Polytechnic, Toronto, Ontario, 2023, Present
- Tutorial Leader, York University, Toronto, Ontario, 2021- 2025
- Research Assistant, Mitacs, Toronto, Ontario, 2020
- Program Development Consultant and Course Developer, Durham College, Toronto, Ontario, 2021-2023
- Human Resources Coordinator, College of Massage Therapists of Ontario, 2019-2020
- HR Specialist, Scotiabank, Toronto, Ontario, 2018- 2019
- Human Resources Generalist, Tavanir, Energy Holding Company, Tehran, Iran, 2009-2015
- Instructor, Master’s Degree, Human Resources Management Program, Tehran University, Faculty of Management, Tehran, Iran, 2014- 2015
- Instructor, Master’s Degree, Human Resources Management Program,
- Molana Institute for Higher Education, Faculty of Management, Qazvin, Iran, January 2012
- Instructor, Undergraduate Human Resource Management Program, Payam Noor University, Tehran, Iran, 2007- 2010
- Instructor, Institute of Management Research and Education (Affiliated with the Ministry of Energy), Karaj, Iran, 2003- 2006
Other Activities
- Coached students alongside professors for the HRPA Competition, 2025, leading to a 5th place finish out of 25 colleges for George Brown Polytechnic.
- Mentoring three student researchers on the IGNITE Project, 2025
Volunteering
- Presented “Leveraging GenAI for Career Success” at ReNEW Career Readiness for Newcomers program, School of ESL and Immigrant Education, Sep 2024
- Presented “Leveraging GenAI for Career Success”, OSLT program January 2025
- Presented “Leveraging GenAI for Career Success” at ReNEW Career Readiness for Newcomers program, School of ESL and Immigrant Education, Feb 2025
- Two Conference Presentations Moderator, Centre for Business Analytics Symposium, 2024
- Presenter, “Teaching in the Era of AI: Enemy or Resource”, Winter School of HR Faculty Meeting, George Brown Polytechnic, 2024
- Webinar Presenter, “Improving AI-Based Recruitment and Selection Systems Using Data Analytics”, George Brown Polytechnic Analytics Club, 2024
- Article Reviewer, Society for Teaching and Learning in Higher Education (STLHE) Conference, 2023
- Article Reviewer, Academy of Management Conference, 2021-2022
- Article Reviewer, Administrative Sciences Association of Canada Conference, 2021-2022
- Volunteer, Organizational Health and Safety (OHS) Project Podcast, York University, 2022
- Wisdom Exchange Project, Graduate Student Volunteer, York University, Toronto, Ontario, 2021
- Continuing Professional Development Committee Member, HRPA, Toronto, Ontario, 2020- 2022
Awards
- YU Grad Studies - Student Award, York University, Toronto, 2021
- Mitacs Business Strategy Award, York University, Toronto, 2020
- YU Grad Studies - Student Award, York University, Toronto, 2020
- Organizational Effectiveness Award, George Brown Polytechnic, Annual Business Students Awards, Toronto, 2018
- Scholarship-PACE, The University of Winnipeg, Winnipeg, 2015
- Selected Translator Award, 13th and 14th Annual Festival of Graduate Students with published papers and books for translating HRM and Management books, Tehran, Iran, 2006- 2007
Publications
Journal Articles
- Selseleh, M., Fragomeni, P., & Gulseren, D. B. (2024). Universal design for learning: an integrative literature review and integrated model for organizational training and development. Human Resource Development International, 1–30. https://doi.org/10.1080/13678868.2024.2397603.
- Selseleh, M. & Mooghali, A. (2012). Designing and testing a value-based organizational model for Tavanir. Iranian Journal of Management Sciences, 6(24). Magiran.com/p1104845.
- Danaee, F., & Selseleh, M. (2010). Measuring knowledge management cycle: Evidence from Iran. European Journal of Scientific Research, 41(2). 297-309.
- Darvish, H., Kharaghani, S., & Selseleh, M. (2010). Knowledge management cycle: A case study at Institute of Management Research & Education (IMRE). International Journal of Educational Administration, 2(3). 507-519.
- Kharaghani, S. & Selseleh, M. (2010). Typology of science & technology parks with knowledge management trend. Roshd -e- Fanavari, 5(20). magiran.com/p715883
Conference Papers
- Selseleh, M. (2024). The Study of Mediating Role of Machine Learning Between Biased Datasets And Algorithms and Moderating Role of Debiased Datasets from Training Hiring Managers. Presented at the Eastern Academy of Management (EAM) Conference Annual Meeting. Taipei, Taiwan: June 17 to June 21.
- Selseleh, M. (2024). Integrating AI into Management Education. Presented at ASAC Conference. Montreal, Quebec: June 1 to June 3.
- Selseleh, M. (2023). Knowledge Discrimination Against Female Skilled Immigrants from Non-European Countries. Presented at the Academy of Management (AOM) Conference Annual Meeting. Boston, Massachusetts: August 4 to August 6.
- Selseleh, M. (2023). Cultivating Teaching and Learning in Higher Education with Learning Theories. Presented at STLHE Annual Conference. Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island: June 13 to June 16.
- Selseleh, M. (2022). Assistive Technology Application Towards More Accessible Organizational Learning. Presented at Canadian Psychological Association Conference (CPA 83rd Annual National) Calgary, Alberta: June 17 to June 19.
- Selseleh, M. & Sahebi, S. (2011) Presenting a model for assessing leadership development programs effectiveness on performance improvement. Second Training and Development Conference, Tehran, Iran.
- Kharaghani, S. & Selseleh, M. (2010) Knowledge management and the challenges of motivating knowledge workers. Second Knowledge Management Conference, Tehran, Iran. https://civilica.com/doc/89717/
- Selseleh, M. & Shariat, M. (2009) Marketing with a knowledge management Perspective. Third International Marketing and Management Conference, Tehran, Iran. https://civilica.com/doc/63678/
- Kharaghani, S. & Selseleh, M. (2009) The role and importance of applied training in engineering education. Conference on Engineering Education, Tehran, Iran.https://civilica.com/doc/61543/
- Kharaghani, S. & Selseleh, M. (2008) The role of culture in knowledge transfer and success of knowledge management cycle. Second National Productivity Conference, Tehran, Iran.
- Kharaghani, S. & Selseleh, M. (2006) The role of the science & technology collaboration in Iran’s Industrial Development. UNESCO. Regional Forum on Science and Technology Policy for Sustainable Development, Tehran, Iran.unesco.org.
Conference Presentations
- Evolved conference, Nurturing Joy and Play through AI: A Framework for Intentional Engagement in Post-Secondary Education, June 2025
- Evolved conference, GenAI as a Learning Tool in the Higher Education Classroom: Student Engagement and Satisfaction Survey, June 2025
- Selseleh, M., & Wang, J. (2024). To share or not to share: How microaggressions and intersectionality affect knowledge sharing. In Proceedings of the 84th Annual Meeting of the Academy of Management. Chicago, IL.
- Selseleh, M. (2024). The study of mediating role of machine learning between biased datasets and algorithms and moderating role of debiased datasets from training hiring managers. In The Program of the 2024 Eastern Academy of Management International, Taipei, Taiwan.
- Selseleh, M. (2024, April). Cultivating teaching and learning with artificial intelligence (AI). Paper presented at the EvolvED Teaching and Learning Conference, sponsored by the Teaching and Learning Exchange (TLX), George Brown Polytechnic.
- Selseleh, M. (2023). Knowledge Discrimination Against Female Skilled Immigrants from Non-European Countries. AOM Conference. Boston, Massachusetts, August 4 to August 8.
- Selseleh, M. (2023). Cultivating Teaching and Learning in Higher Education with Learning Theories. STLHE Annual Conference. Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island: June 13 to June 16.
- Selseleh, M. (2022). Assistive Technology Application Towards More Accessible Organizational Learning. 83rd CPA Annual National Convention. Calgary: Canadian Psychological Association (CPA).
- Kharaghani, S. & Selseleh, M. (2013). Science and technology park the manifestation of university and industry unity. 11th Congress of Cooperation among government, university, and industry for national development, Tehran, Iran.
- Selseleh, M. (2012). Corporate training: opportunities and challenges. 4th National Conference on Pathology of Organizational Training, Tehran, Iran.
Magazine Papers
- Selseleh, M. (2011). A new approach to knowledge management and knowledge-oriented employees in third-millennium organizations. Power Industry Journal, 165. magiran.com/p914279
- Selseleh, M. & Shariat, M. (2008, November). Entrepreneurship and knowledge management cycle in science and technology parks. Work & Society. http://ensani.ir/fa/article/author/19519
- Selseleh, M. & Kharaghani, S. (2005). Evaluate your organization's knowledge management cycle. Organizational Knowledge Management.
- Selseleh, M. (2005) Goal-oriented talent management. Organizational Knowledge Management.
- Selseleh, M. (2005) The principles of the Toyota Way. Organizational Knowledge Management.
HR Magazine Journal Editorial
- Editorial Team, Monthly HRM Newsletter (with 7000 subscribers). Institute of Management Research and Education, September 2003-December 2007
- Editorial Team, Organizational Knowledge Management Magazine. Institute of Management Research and Education, September 2007- December 2010
Books
- Selseleh, M. (2025). Test Bank Contributor, in Human Resources Analytics in Canada (Collins, McKie, & Soostar). Emond Montgomery Publications.
- Dehbozorgi, M., Jannatifar, A., Selseleh, M., Dortomy, M., Ahmadi, A. R., Roshandel Arbatani, T., & Gozelzadeh M. (2016). Organizational change management with 60 Managerial tips for success. Volume 2. Tehran, Iran: Rahavard. Mehr. OrganizationalchangemanagementMinooS.Volume2
- Ahmadi, A. R., Ghasemi, D. & Selseleh, M. (2015). Organizational change management with 100 Managerial tips for success. Volume 1. Tehran, Iran: Rahavard Mehr. OrganizationalchangemanagementMinooS.Volume1
- Translated 8 books in Management and HR, 2000-2009