She earned her PhD in Talent Management and MSc in Human Resource Management from Brunel University London, UK. ​In 2012, she was awarded a prize of the best overall paper in Brunel Business School Doctoral Symposium, and the Creativity and Innovation Award, awarded by Saudi Cultural Bureau to her PhD exceptional research potential in 2014.Dr. Malak is an expert in the area of Talent Management. She has also been an active member in the HRM community, participating and presenting in numerous scientific and professional conferences in KSA, UAE, UK and USA.Dr Malak is currently the Dean of Student Affairs at Effat University. She is passionate about creating an interactive and enjoyable university environment that supports learning.​