Dr. Okeoma John-Paul OKEKE
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I am a Senior Lecturer in Management (Strategy and Operations) and Research Methods with over ten years’ experience in UK higher education and international Transnational Education (TNE). I currently serve as the University’s Global Partnership Lead for MDIS Dushanbe, Tajikistan, overseeing strategic academic collaboration, quality assurance, and partnership development. I also act as the University’s REF 2029 Impact Case Study Lead for UoA 17/24 (Business and Tourism), driving the development of impact narratives aligned with institutional research strategy. My academic leadership experience includes Programme Manager roles for the Global MBA at De Montfort University, Kazakhstan, the DBA Programme, and BA Business Management at the University of Wales Trinity Saint David, all delivered with strong academic and student outcomes. I hold a BSc in Business Management, an MA in Management, and a CIM Professional Certificate. My doctorate focused on Human Resource Management and Knowledge Management. I am a Senior Fellow of Advance HE (SFHEA), a Certified Management and Business Educator (CMBE), an ILM Endorsed Coach, and hold both ALTHE and PGCert HE qualifications. I have supervised over 11 doctoral completions and examined more than 35 doctoral candidates. I serve on key academic committees and act as an External Examiner at Coventry and Bedfordshire, ensuring alignment with QAA standards. My teaching and interest spans across strategy, HRM, entrepreneurship, marketing, leadership, transnational education (TNE), knowledge transfer partnerships (KTP), and professional development, reflecting a strong commitment to academic excellence, impact, and institutional citizenship.