Michael K. Muchiri

Associate Professor, Department of Management

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Associate Professor, Department of Management

Dr Michael Muchiri is an Associate Professor in the Department of Management, College of Business, Alfaisal University. 

 

Michael holds a PhD in Management from the University of New England, Australia. Michael’s primary research interests focus on positive forms of organizational leadership, employee thriving at work, workplace safety and employee well-being. 

 

His research has been published in internationally recognized outlets including Journal of Organizational Behavior (ABS 4; ABDC A*), Human Relations (ABS 4; ABDC A*, FT50), Journal of Occupational and Organizational Psychology (ABS 4; ABDC A), Journal of Business Ethics (ABS 3; ABDC A, FT50), Journal of Knowledge Management (ABS 2; ABDC A), and Personnel Review (ABS 2; ABDC A). 

 

Michael also has several book chapters published by internationally recognized outlets including the American Psychological Association. 

 

Michael’s research has consistently been presented at the Academy of Management Annual Meetings (US). 

 

In 2012, 2014 and 2016, Michael was awarded Top Reviewer by the Academy of Management Annual Meeting, US. 

 

Michael is on the Editorial Board for Personnel Review (ABDC A, Scimago Q1) and Leadership & Organization Development Journal (Scimago Q1). 

 

Michael has also received substantial research funds, including funding from the City of Melbourne Council (Victoria, Australia), Small Business Victoria (Victoria, Australia), and the Department of Local Government, Planning, Sports and Recreation (Queensland, Australia). 

 

Further, Michael has supervised to completion several PhD students in the field of Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management. 

 

Prior to joining Alfaisal University, Michael held continuing academic positions at RMIT University (Australia) and CQ University (Australia) and was a Visiting Researcher at the University of Queensland (Australia). At RMIT University, Michael was the Inaugural Program Manager for the Master of Human Resource Management and was an Assessor for the Australian Research Council. 

 

Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&user=_iQfF08AAAAJ#  

 

ORCID: http://orcid.org/0000-0001-6816-8350  

 

Scopus: https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=42962021300  

 

Researcher ID / Web of Science: https://www.webofscience.com/wos/author/record/D-1929-2018  

 

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-muchiri-phd-34179b46/  

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Linking leadership and authentic followership to organizational outcomes in Kenya: a conceptual model, Journal of Global Business Issues, Vol. 8, 17 – 26.

Journal ,
Muchiri, M. (2014). Linking leadership and authentic followership to organizational outcomes in Kenya: a conceptual model, Journal of Global Business Issues, Vol. 8, 17 – 26.

Conflict at Multiple Levels: Transformational Leadership and Followers’ Cultural Orientation, in N. M. Ashkanasy, K.A. Jehn & O.B. Ayoko, (Eds.), Handbook of Research in Conflict Management, Edward Elgar Publishing, UK, pp. 440-458

Book Chapter ,
Ayoko, O., & Muchiri, M. (2014). Conflict at Multiple Levels: Transformational Leadership and Followers’ Cultural Orientation, in N. M. Ashkanasy, K.A. Jehn & O.B. Ayoko, (Eds.), Handbook of Research in Conflict Management, Edward Elgar Publishing, UK, pp. 440-458. UK: Edward Elgar Publishing. https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.4337/9781781006948.00038

Linking abusive supervision to employees’ OCBs and turnover intentions: the role of psychological contract breach and perceived organisational support

Journal Article ,
Ahmed, E., & Muchiri, M. (2014). Linking abusive supervision to employees’ OCBs and turnover intentions: the role of psychological contract breach and perceived organisational support. Contemporary Management Research, 10(2), 147-164. https://doi.org/10.7903/cmr.11518
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https://doi.org/10.7903/cmr.11518

Linking demographic diversity to organisational outcomes: the moderating role of transformational leadership

Journal Article ,
Muchiri, M., & Ayoko, O. (2013). Linking demographic diversity to organisational outcomes: the moderating role of transformational leadership. Leadership & Organization Development Journal, 34(5), 384-406. https://doi.org/10.1108/LODJ-11-0086 (ABDC B)
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https://doi.org/10.1108/LODJ-11-0086

The role of leadership processes and societal culture in knowledge management’, paper presented at the African International Business and Management (AIBUMA) Conference, Nairobi, Kenya, July 12 -13 2013.

Conference Paper ,
Muchiri, M. (2013). The role of leadership processes and societal culture in knowledge management’, paper presented at the African International Business and Management (AIBUMA) Conference, Nairobi, Kenya, July 12 -13 2013. African International Business and Management (AIBUMA) Conference, Nairobi, Kenya. Presented at the. (Original work published 2013)

Transformational Leadership and Meaningful Work

Book ,
Walumbwa, F. O., Christensen, A. L., & Muchiri, M. (2013). Transformational Leadership and Meaningful Work . In B. J. Dik, Z. S. Byrne & M. F. Steger (Eds.), Purpose and Meaning in the Workplace. (pp. 197-215). Washington, DC, US: American Psychological Association. https://doi.org/10.1037/14183-010

Entrepreneurial orientation and leadership: A review, model and research agenda, , paper presented at the Small Enterprise Association of Australia and New Zealand

Conference Paper ,
Muchiri, M. (2013). Entrepreneurial orientation and leadership: A review, model and research agenda, , paper presented at the Small Enterprise Association of Australia and New Zealand . Small Enterprise Association of Australia and New Zealand 26th Annual Conference. Presented at the. Sydney, Australia: Small Enterprise Association of Australia and New Zealand .

Transformational and social processes of leadership as predictors of organisational outcomes

Journal Article ,
Muchiri, M., Cooksey, R., & Walumbwa, F. (2012). Transformational and social processes of leadership as predictors of organisational outcomes. Leadership & Organization Development Journal, 33(7), 662-683. https://doi.org/10.1108/01437731211265241 (ABDC B)
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https://doi.org/10.1108/01437731211265241

Leading conflict across multiple levels and cultures: A research agenda’. Paper presented during the 25th Annual Conference of the International Association for Conflict Management, July 11-14, 2012, Stellenbosch, South Africa.

Conference Paper ,
Muchiri, M., Ayoko, O., & Ayoko, O. (2012). Leading conflict across multiple levels and cultures: A research agenda’. Paper presented during the 25th Annual Conference of the International Association for Conflict Management, July 11-14, 2012, Stellenbosch, South Africa. Annual Conference of the International Association for Conflict Management, Stellenbosch, South Africa. Presented at the. (Original work published 2012)

Linking transformational leadership and authentic followership to commitment, citizenship behaviours and follower performance’. Paper presented during the African International Business and Management (AIBUMA) Conference, Nairobi, Kenya, July 12 -13 2012

Conference Paper ,
Muchiri, M. (2012). Linking transformational leadership and authentic followership to commitment, citizenship behaviours and follower performance’. Paper presented during the African International Business and Management (AIBUMA) Conference, Nairobi, Kenya, July 12 -13 2012. African International Business and Management (AIBUMA) Conference, Nairobi, Kenya. Presented at the. (Original work published 2012)

Servant Leadership and Safety Citizenship Behavior: Examining Mediating and Moderating Processes

Conference Paper ,
Walumbwa, F., Aryee, S., Muchiri, M., Di Milia, L., & Cooksey, R. (2012). Servant Leadership and Safety Citizenship Behavior: Examining Mediating and Moderating Processes. Academy of Management - US. Presented at the. (Original work published 2012)

Leadership in context: a review and research agenda for Sub-Saharan Africa

Journal Article ,
Muchiri, M. (2011). Leadership in context: a review and research agenda for Sub-Saharan Africa. Journal of Occupational and Organizational Psychology, 84(3), 440-452. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.2044-8325.2011.02018.x (ABS 4, ABDC A, SJR Q1)
Google scholar Link
https://doi.org/10.1111/j.2044-8325.2011.02018.x

Examining the effects of substitutes for leadership on performance outcomes

Journal Article ,
Muchiri, M., & Cooksey, R. (2011). Examining the effects of substitutes for leadership on performance outcomes. Leadership & Organization Development Journal, 32(8), 817-836. https://doi.org/10.1108/01437731111183757 (ABDC B)
Google scholar Link
https://doi.org/10.1108/01437731111183757

Gender and managerial level differences in perceptions of effective leadership

Journal Article ,
Muchiri, M., Cooksey, R., Di Milia, L., & Walumbwa, F. (2011). Gender and managerial level differences in perceptions of effective leadership. Leadership & Organization Development Journal, 32(5), 462-492. https://doi.org/10.1108/01437731111146578 (ABDC B)
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https://doi.org/10.1108/01437731111146578

Leadership behaviours and entrepreneurial attitude as predictors of business outcomes within business incubators: a conceptual model'. In the proceedings of the 25th Annual Australian and New Zealand Academy of Management Conference (The Future of Work an

Conference Paper ,
Muchiri, M. (2011). Leadership behaviours and entrepreneurial attitude as predictors of business outcomes within business incubators: a conceptual model’. In the proceedings of the 25th Annual Australian and New Zealand Academy of Management Conference (The Future of Work an. Annual Australian and New Zealand Academy of Management Conference (The Future of Work and Organisations), Wellington, New Zealand. Presented at the. (Original work published 2011)

Examining the effects of transformational leadership in Indonesia and Australia'. In proceedings of the 12th Malaysia-Indonesia International Economics, Management and Accounting Conference (Borderless Economy: Opportunities and Challenges for Businesses

Conference Paper ,
Muchiri, M., & Meiliani, M. (2011). Examining the effects of transformational leadership in Indonesia and Australia’. In proceedings of the 12th Malaysia-Indonesia International Economics, Management and Accounting Conference (Borderless Economy: Opportunities and Challenges for Businesses . Management and Accounting Conference (Borderless Economy: Opportunities and Challenges for Businesses in Southeast Asia), Bengkulu, Indonesia. Presented at the. (Original work published 2011)

The role of leadership in managing individuals' career anchors: a theoretical perspective'. In proceedings of the 12th Malaysia-Indonesia International Economics, Management and Accounting Conference (Borderless Economy: Opportunities and Challenges for B

Conference Paper ,
Muchiri, M., & Meiliani, M. (2011). The role of leadership in managing individuals’ career anchors: a theoretical perspective’. In proceedings of the 12th Malaysia-Indonesia International Economics, Management and Accounting Conference (Borderless Economy: Opportunities and Challenges for B. Management and Accounting Conference (Borderless Economy: Opportunities and Challenges for Businesses in Southeast Asia), Bengkulu, Indonesia. Presented at the. (Original work published 2011)

Leading through social processes: some findings from public sector organisations

Conference Paper ,
Muchiri, M. (2011). Leading through social processes: some findings from public sector organisations. Australian and New Zealand Academy of Management. Presented at the. Wellington, New Zealand: Australian and New Zealand Academy of Management. (Original work published 2011)

An exploration of relationships among enhancing adaptability leadership, innovation competences and operational effectiveness: the role of trust and power". In proceedings of the 12th Malaysia-Indonesia International Economics, Management and Accounting C

Conference Paper ,
Muchiri, M., Ferrer, M., Santa, R., & Meiliani, M. (2011). An exploration of relationships among enhancing adaptability leadership, innovation competences and operational effectiveness: the role of trust and power". In proceedings of the 12th Malaysia-Indonesia International Economics, Management and Accounting C. Management and Accounting Conference (Borderless Economy: Opportunities and Challenges for Businesses in Southeast Asia), Bengkulu, Indonesia. Presented at the. (Original work published 2011)

Linking demographic diversity to organisational outcomes: some preliminary findings, in the proceedings of the 25th Annual Australian and New Zealand Academy of Management Conference

Conference Paper ,
Muchiri, M. (2011). Linking demographic diversity to organisational outcomes: some preliminary findings, in the proceedings of the 25th Annual Australian and New Zealand Academy of Management Conference. Australian and New Zealand Academy of Management . Presented at the. Wellington, New Zealand: Australian and New Zealand Academy of Management. (Original work published 2011)

‘Exploring the interplay between leadership and innovation competences and their influence on organisational outcomes’. Paper presented during the 11th CINet Conference, Zürich, Switzerland, 5-7 September 2010.

Conference Paper ,
Muchiri, M., Ferrer, M., Santa, R., & Di Milia, L. (2010). ‘Exploring the interplay between leadership and innovation competences and their influence on organisational outcomes’. Paper presented during the 11th CINet Conference, Zürich, Switzerland, 5-7 September 2010. CINet Conference, Zürich, Switzerland. Presented at the. (Original work published 2010)

Using hierarchical item clustering to establish the dimensionality of the multifactor leadership questionnaire. International Journal of Organisational Behaviour, Vol.15 No.1, pp. 1-14.

Journal ,
Muchiri, M., & Cooksey, R. (2010). Using hierarchical item clustering to establish the dimensionality of the multifactor leadership questionnaire. International Journal of Organisational Behaviour, Vol.15 No.1, pp. 1-14. .

Examining Key Factors when Attracting and Retaining Skilled and Professional Migrants to Regional Areas: The Case of the Australian Central Queensland Region. In International handbook of Academic Research and Training, proceedings of Intellectbase Intern

Conference Paper ,
Muchiri, M., Ferrer, M., Medhekar, A., & Santa, R. (2010). Examining Key Factors when Attracting and Retaining Skilled and Professional Migrants to Regional Areas: The Case of the Australian Central Queensland Region. In International handbook of Academic Research and Training, proceedings of Intellectbase Intern. International Handbook of Academic Research and Training. Presented at the. (Original work published 2010)

Using hierarchical item clustering to establish the dimensionality of the multifactor leadership questionnaire’. Paper accepted for presentation during the Australian and New Zealand Academy of Management Annual Conference to be held in Adelaide, Australi

Conference Paper ,
Muchiri, M., & Cooksey, R. (2010). Using hierarchical item clustering to establish the dimensionality of the multifactor leadership questionnaire’. Paper accepted for presentation during the Australian and New Zealand Academy of Management Annual Conference to be held in Adelaide, Australi. Australian and New Zealand Academy of Management Annual Conference to Be Held in Adelaide, Australia. Presented at the. (Original work published 2010)

Societal culture as a moderator of the impact of leadership on organizational effectiveness: a conceptual model, paper presented during the Australian and New Zealand Academy of Management Annual Conference

Conference Paper ,
Muchiri, M. (2010). Societal culture as a moderator of the impact of leadership on organizational effectiveness: a conceptual model, paper presented during the Australian and New Zealand Academy of Management Annual Conference. Australian and New Zealand Academy of Management (ANZAM) . Presented at the. Adelaide, Australia: Australian and New Zealand Academy of Management. (Original work published 2010)

Examining the impact of substitutes for leadership on organizational performance’. Paper accepted for presentation during the Australian and New Zealand Academy of Management Annual Conference to be held in Adelaide, Australia, 7-10 December 2010.

Conference Paper ,
Muchiri, M., & Cooksey, R. (2010). Examining the impact of substitutes for leadership on organizational performance’. Paper accepted for presentation during the Australian and New Zealand Academy of Management Annual Conference to be held in Adelaide, Australia, 7-10 December 2010. Australian and New Zealand Academy of Management Annual Conference to Be Held in Adelaide, Australia. Presented at the. (Original work published 2010)

Examining the impact of substitutes for leadership on organizational performance, paper presented during the Australian and New Zealand Academy of Management Annual Conference

Conference Paper ,
Muchiri, M., & Cooksey, R. (2010). Examining the impact of substitutes for leadership on organizational performance, paper presented during the Australian and New Zealand Academy of Management Annual Conference. Australian and New Zealand Academy of Management (ANZAM) . Presented at the. Adelaide, Australia: Australian and New Zealand Academy of Management. (Original work published 2010)

Book review of "Managing training and development in South Africa (4th edn), by BJ Erasmus, PVZ Loedolff, T Mda and PS Nel 2006", Journal of Management & Organization, Vol. 15 No.1, pp.135-136.

Journal ,
Book review of "Managing training and development in South Africa (4th edn), by BJ Erasmus, PVZ Loedolff, T Mda and PS Nel 2006", Journal of Management & Organization, Vol. 15 No.1, pp.135-136. (2009).

Managing training and development in South Africa (4th edn), by BJ Erasmus, PVZ Loedolff, T Mda and PS Nel (2006)

Journal Article ,
Muchiri, M. (2009). Managing training and development in South Africa (4th edn), by BJ Erasmus, PVZ Loedolff, T Mda and PS Nel (2006). Journal of Management & Organization, 15(1). https://doi.org/10.1017/S1833367200002959 (Original work published 2009)
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‘Thematic analyses of employee perceptions of leadership: Further support for the construction of effective leadership within local councils of Australia’. Paper presented on 4th December 2009 during the annual ANZAM Conference, in Melbourne, Australia.

Conference Paper ,
Muchiri, M., & Cooksey, R. (2009). ‘Thematic analyses of employee perceptions of leadership: Further support for the construction of effective leadership within local councils of Australia’. Paper presented on 4th December 2009 during the annual ANZAM Conference, in Melbourne, Australia. ANZAM Conference, in Melbourne, Australia. Presented at the. (Original work published 2009)

A Very Short, Fairly Interesting and Reasonably Cheap Book About Studying Leadership by Brad Jackson and Ken Parry 2008" Journal of Management & Organization, Vol. 14 No. 5, p. 594-596.

Journal ,
Muchiri, M. (2008). A Very Short, Fairly Interesting and Reasonably Cheap Book About Studying Leadership by Brad Jackson and Ken Parry 2008" Journal of Management & Organization, Vol. 14 No. 5, p. 594-596. https://doi.org/10.1017/S1833367200003084

A Very Short, Fairly Interesting and Reasonably Cheap Book About Studying Leadership by Brad Jackson and Ken Parry

Journal Article ,
Muchiri, M. (2008). A Very Short, Fairly Interesting and Reasonably Cheap Book About Studying Leadership by Brad Jackson and Ken Parry. Journal of Management & Organization, 14(5). https://doi.org/10.1017/S1833367200003084 (Original work published 2008)
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‘Leadership viewed through double lenses: An examination of transformational leader behaviours and social processes of leadership and their impact on key organisational variables within Australian local councils’.

Conference Paper ,
Muchiri, M., & Cooksey, R. (2008). ‘Leadership viewed through double lenses: An examination of transformational leader behaviours and social processes of leadership and their impact on key organisational variables within Australian local councils’. . ANZAM Conference, in Auckland, New Zealand. Presented at the. (Original work published 2008)

‘Examining communities of interest to achieve ‘best-fit’ governance in Central Queensland’. Paper presented at the 2008 SEGRA Conference (18th- 20th August), in Albury NSW, Australia.

Conference Paper ,
Muchiri, M. (2008). ‘Examining communities of interest to achieve ‘best-fit’ governance in Central Queensland’. Paper presented at the 2008 SEGRA Conference (18th- 20th August), in Albury NSW, Australia. SEGRA Conference, in Albury NSW, Australia. Presented at the. (Original work published 2008)

Characterizing sustainable regions through communities of interest: an opaque sociology? TASA / SAANZ Joint Conference 2007 - Dec 4 –7.

Conference Paper ,
Muchiri, M. (2007). Characterizing sustainable regions through communities of interest: an opaque sociology? TASA / SAANZ Joint Conference 2007 - Dec 4 –7. TASA SAANZ Joint Conference . Presented at the. (Original work published 2007)

Examining the leader’s characteristics and interactive behaviours and factors substituting for leadership in the determination of perceived organisational commitment, citizenship behaviours and efficacy’.

Conference Paper ,
Muchiri, M. (2004). Examining the leader’s characteristics and interactive behaviours and factors substituting for leadership in the determination of perceived organisational commitment, citizenship behaviours and efficacy’. ANZAM PhD Colloquium at Monash University. Presented at the. (Original work published 2004)

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