Soumitra Dutta resigned as dean of Oxford Saïd Business School following a five-month investigation that substantiated multiple harassment complaints against him. The university appointed Mette Morsing, a noted expert in sustainable enterprise, as interim dean. Dutta’s departure marks a significant leadership transition at a premier European business school, amplifying discussions around governance, workplace conduct, and institutional responsibility. Oxford reiterated its zero-tolerance stance on harassment and emphasized adherence to established procedures in addressing complaints.
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