Ali Hirji

Ali Hirji is the Head of Operations at The Open University, where they drive the operational strategy for Paid Short Courses and Microcredentials while managing a multi-million-pound budget. They previously held various roles at The Open University, including Senior Manager for Management Information and Processes, where they led significant improvements in student retention and satisfaction. Prior to this, Ali gained valuable experience as a Commercial Analyst at BSH UK & Ireland and as a Finance Analyst at General Electric Intelligent Platforms. They earned a Master of Business Administration from The Open University, supplementing their extensive professional expertise with a solid educational foundation in business and management.