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Having a Doctorate from the London School of Economics, Professor Atul Shah is a creative pioneer in the fields of accounting, finance, leadership and diversity. He brings wide global experience and an active listening approach to business challenges, with a speaking eloquence which enthrals his students and audience, and a voice which has often been broadcast on the BBC. As author of pioneering books on banking, accounting and ethical finance, the knowledge and experience he brings is very timely for a society and planet facing a sustainability crisis. Professor Shah is inclusive and engaging in meetings, and has a wide global leadership relationship network which can be very helpful to businesses charting diverse horizons and seeking creative solutions. Photos: Courtesy of Meheer Shah

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  • Dr. Hedley Swain

    Atul is an extremely creative individual with high cultural sensitivity and an extraordinary ability to communicate and connect with people from all walks of life. A true multicultural, and a delightful, personable individual who gets things done.

    Dr. Hedley Swain

    Director (CEO), Brighton Pavillion

  • Sally Shaw MBE

    Atul is a joy to work with and a completely inspirational leader. He has helped me grow and develop as an individual and a professional and has handled this sensitive role with great care and integrity.

    Sally Shaw MBE

    Director, Firstsite

  • Ian Fraser

    Atul is a star. The talk he gave on the reasons for the failure of HBOS at the University of Edinburgh Business School, titled "Rogue Theory or Rogue Bank", was one of the most impressive and enlightening post mortems on the drivers of the UK banking crisis that I've attended.

    Ian Fraser

    Bestselling Author of ‘Shredded – Insider RBS, the Bank that broke Britain.’

  • Professor Lawrence Gordon

    Professor Atul Shah was a colleague of mine at the University of Maryland (USA) several years ago. He is very bright, hard working and an excellent teacher. In addition, he is a creative and thorough researcher. More generally, Professor Shah was a wonderful overall colleague! Indeed, I would welcome the opportunity to work with him again.

    Professor Lawrence Gordon

    Smith School of Business,
    University of Maryland

  • Dr. Binna Kandola

    Atul is a passionate and committed advocate of diversity. His work is epitomised by original thinking, intelligence and honesty.

    Dr. Binna Kandola

    Business Psychologist and
    Author, Pearn Kandola

  • Kristine Pommert

    I have known Prof. Atul Shah for many years and am extremely grateful for all he did to introduce me to the Jain diaspora and its followers in the UK, and facilitate some excellent BBC programmes on this little-known faith.

    Kristine Pommert

    former BBC World Service Producer

  • Barbara Gardner

    Diverse Ethics has added real value to the RSPCA and I would recommend Prof. Atul Shah and Diverse Ethics Ltd to any organisation that needs to expand its reach.

    Barbara Gardner

    RSPCA Trustee

  • Dr Ann Limb CBE

    Dr Atul Shah is a man of great spirit, enthusiasm and integrity.

    Dr Ann Limb CBE

    DL

  • Roy Clare CBE

    Dr Shah has been an energetic and enthusiastic Non-Executive Director of the Museums, Libraries and Archives Council, where he has added considerable value through his ethical approaches to leadership.

    Roy Clare CBE

    DL

  • Lord Prem Sikka

    Professor Atul K. Shah is very articulate, a cultural visionary and author of several pioneering books on ethical accounting and finance. His thinking, research and advice is transformational for Universities and Organisations who seek to embrace sustainable development.

    Lord Prem Sikka

    UK House of Lords

  • Mira Kamdar

    Atul is an extremely creative individual with high cultural sensitivity and an extraordinary ability to communicate and connect with people from all walks of life.

    Mira Kamdar

    Writer, New York Times and The Atlantic

  • Dr. Lynne Sedgmore CBE

    I have known and admired Atul for over ten years. He is a dedicated professional with a wide range of leadership, financial, research and teaching experience. His work on diversity and inclusion is exemplary. He brings an ethical, wise, profound and innovative approach to the world of finance. Atul is exactly the kind of pioneering spirit the world needs right now - both challenger and refresher of our outdated paradigms.

    Dr Lynne Sedgmore CBE

    Education pioneer, Leadership Coach, Author

  • Professor Inderjeet Parmar

    Ever since joining City, University of London Atul has been a generous colleague, producing prize winning research, supporting colleagues and representing us authoritatively in global media like the BBC and Financial Times. His work on cultural political economy is pioneering and highly relevant for our divided and unequal times. Atul has also always been focused on our students’ learning and personal development.

Research Publications by Prof Atul K. Shah

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Reinventing Accounting and Finance Education

For a Caring, Inclusive and Sustainable Planet. An exceptional vision for reform of a multi-billion dollar industry which places culture & ethics at the centre

‘A radical blueprint for reforming business education embracing ethics, diversity, decolonization, culture and sustainability’

Lord Prem Sikka

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HBOS Book

'Pioneering forensic analysis of the largest cultural & political fiasco in British history'.

‘An excellent analysis of the largest ever bankruptcy in British history with practical suggestions for reform.’

- Ian Fraser

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Jainism & Ethical Finance

'Timeless Wisdom on sustainable business and finance'

A blueprint for wisdom in finance that is very timely for the modern challenges of sustainability

– Professor Dan Ostas

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Inclusive and Sustainable Finance - Leadership, Ethics and Culture - True Stories from a Diverse World

‘Inclusive Finance’ draws upon diverse wisdom traditions and their current living business practices to show that not only is another world possible, it is actually hiding in plain sight.

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How We Can Help

Public Speaking

Bespoke inspirational lectures for professional audiences on topics such as Ethical Accounting & Finance, Holistic Business Education, Sustainable Business, Inclusive Leadership, Benefits of Boardroom Diversity, Cultural Wisdom in Leadership, Talent Development, Understanding the Nature and Limits of Money. Testimonial “Atul is a star. The talk he gave on the reasons for the failure of HBOS […]

Boardroom Advisory

Guidance to leaders and Boards on harnessing cultural diversity for organizational growth. This research book on Board Diversity has been profiled prominently by the NHS leadership academy and is available as a free download.  Testimonial Dr Shah has been an energetic and enthusiastic Non-Executive Director of the Museums, Libraries and Archives Council, where he has […]

Leadership Dialogues

LEADERSHIP EQUALITY  DIALOGUES – A POSITIVE WAY FORWARD The social enterprise Diverse Ethics has demonstrated significant leadership about diversity in the workplace, examples of which are: Thought leadership (through our books ‘Celebrating Diversity’, ‘Many-Sided Wisdom’ and ‘Social Cohesion’). Innovative Leadership Training through Guided Culture Tours and Cultivating a Borderless Mind. Development of the unique media […]

Borderless Mind

We live in a world of open access to information, significant opportunities for travel, and the huge possibilities for expanding our personal horizons, mentally and physically. However, prejudice and the related costs for organisations, cease to abate. This is because there are borders in the mind, created by up-bringing, education, teachers, faith,  media, and these often […]

Community Engagement Toolkit

n a Big Society, communities are central to making things happen. And fortunately, there are communities of various sizes and shapes all over Britain. From the Boy Scouts to the Evangelical Christians or the Sikhs and the Yoga School, these communities every day bring people together and inspire them to lead a better, healthier and more ethical life. […]

Research Reports

Authoritative professional reports on cultural inclusion, ethical finance, morality in business, harnessing entrepreneurial talent, media diversity, leadership training and education Example for MAZARS and NHS Leadership Academy: https://www.leadershipacademy.nhs.uk/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/NHSLeadership-BoardDevelopment-BoardroomDiversity-AnOpportunity-2012.pdf?29a19a Testimonial Professor Atul K. Shah is very articulate, a cultural visionary and author of several pioneering books on ethical accounting and finance. His thinking, research and advice […]

Prof. Atul K Shah In Action

Masala Tour Trailer

India is the country of global attention -- there is an economic boom, and this is now making it a powerhouse on the world stage. The India that lives and breathes in Britain, not just among Indian people and communities, but also among thousands of non-Indians who have fallen in love with aspects of India, is often forgotten, by-passed or ignored by the national media.

The Gathering

The Gathering is a quarterly event where online students of Claremont Lincoln University get to meet fellow classmates face-to-face and learn from a guest speaker who embodies the values of CLU. For the October 2014 Gathering we were pleased to have Atul K. Shah, an internationally noted author and economist, as our guest speaker.

LEADERSHIP & DIVERSITY - The RSPCA visits the Jains

RSPCA chiefs were welcomed at a Jain Festival at one of the faith's largest UK temples yesterday (Monday 17 September 2012) as part of an ongoing project to engage with faith communities.

Tine (Ghent University) interviews Prof. Atul Shah on migration, leadership, and education

Tine (Ghent University) interviews Prof. Atul K. Shah on his family’s migration history, community leadership, and Jainism in education. Currently teaching at City University London, Atul is an accomplished writer, lecturer and broadcaster. He has also been involved in the Jain community, setting up the influential organization Young Jains, editing Jain Spirit Magazine, and finding new ways of empowering young Jains to rise to their full potential.

Media Coverage

Diverse Ethics and the Business of Saving the Planet: A Discussion with Dr. Atul Shah

Dr. Atul K. Shah is author of Celebrating Diversity, and Boardroom Diversity – The Opportunity. He is the founder and CEO of Diverse Ethics.

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Routledge Author Page

With a track record of thirty years of professional practice, research and teaching in Accounting and Finance, Dr. Atul K. Shah is passionate about helping shape ethical business and finance practices all over the world. He is a qualified Chartered Accountant and graduate of the London School of Economics, and earned his PhD there in 1993, when he was a Research Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales.

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Professor Atul Shah is a leading expert on Business Ethics for this globally trusted media

Read all the published articles here covering a range of themes from ethical finance, to culture, faith and social responsibility.

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The Big Four and the revolving door

Finance should be a servant, but never a master. So when accountants and auditors become the story because of systemic failures and corporate malfeasance you know something has gone badly wrong.

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‘iGlobal’ Conference: Dharma really is integral to business

Dharma can be described as a code of conduct by which humans strive to lead their lives in an enlightened and inspiring manner. So, can there be dharma in business?

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Q: What did universities learn from the financial crash? A: Nothing

The global financial crash of 2008 led to bailouts that are still being borne by ordinary people all over the world through higher taxes, higher property prices and lower savings rates.

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Faith and Finance

In an investigation of faith and money, Mark Tully talks to accountant and author Professor Atul K Shah about how his Jain beliefs affect his approach to finance. 'Fear of Finance' is a TED-like talk for BBC Radio 4 on the importance of culture in financial management.

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Financial Times

The Big 4 global accounting firms are an oligopoly whose audting quality keeps failing. This is unsustainable.

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iGlobal Feature Writer

Weekly articles on various themes including ethics, sustainability, community, culture and finance

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Advising UK Parliament

Expert Witness on the Future of Auditing and Accounting

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Challenges of Indian Cultural Scholarship

Integrating both breadth and depth in scholarship, especially in a field as vast and nuanced as Indian studies, is an exceptionally demanding endeavor. Here are some key factors that help explain why and how this process is so challenging: 1. Vastness and Complexity of Indian Culture and History 2. Training and Sacrifice 3. Maintaining Authenticity […]

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