Andrew Tafamel
Cottingham, East Riding of Yor
Summary
As a Business Studies Lecturer, I take immense pride in my role as an academic leader, bringing over two decades of teaching experience both in Nigeria and the UK. With a PhD in Business Administration, my passion lies in subjects like Business Management, Organizational Behaviour, and Entrepreneurship. I strive to engage and inspire my students every day, creating a learning environment that is both supportive and stimulating. I focus on developing industry-relevant curricula and utilize platforms like Canvas and Moodle to enhance my teaching, whether in person or online. Above all, I am deeply committed to my students’ welfare and dedicated to contributing to their academic success in a Sixth Form College setting.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Professor of Business Administration
University of Benin, Nigeria
08.2002 - Current
- Served in the distinguished capacity of Professor of Business Administration, delivering both onsite and remote instruction at the University of Benin.
- Rendered comprehensive teaching for courses such as Strategic Management, Organizational Behavior, and Digital Business.
- Played a crucial role in mentoring and overseeing a wide breadth of research initiatives, including dissertations at various academic levels.
- Led the initiative in the meticulous design and implementation of curriculum and assessments, ensuring strict adherence to program standards.
- Managed the Moodle learning management system effectively, fostering blended learning delivery, and maintained stringent quality assurance measures.
- Championed cross-disciplinary collaboration by establishing a framework for interdisciplinary research partnerships, leading to successful grant acquisitions.
Lecturer in Business Studies
Hull College
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Assumed full-time responsibilities as a Lecturer in Business Studies at Hull College, executing comprehensive A-Level and BTEC curricula.
- Facilitated student success by creating, moderating, and providing constructive feedback on assessments, thereby fostering an engaging learning environment.
- Meticulously maintained learner progress records using MacBook technology, ensuring alignment with the standards of the awarding body.
- Championed curriculum development and innovation by actively participating in Continuous Professional Development (CPD) activities.
- Deployed the Canvas Learning Management System effectively for both hybrid and in-person course delivery, ensuring an optimal learning experience.
- Elevated student engagement and retention rates by integrating interactive digital tools and real-world case studies into the curriculum.
Adjunct Lecturer
Various Institutions in Nigeria
01.2013 - 12.2018
- Served as an Adjunct Lecturer on a contract basis for multiple institutions, specializing in Business Administration and Strategic Management.
- Played a critical role in research supervision and evaluation, ensuring academic integrity and rigorous assessment of student work.
- Championed the integration of entrepreneurial studies into the broader academic curriculum, fostering a culture of innovation and enterprise.
- Conceptualized, developed, and executed innovative teaching materials that elevated the learning experience and pedagogical outcomes.
- Steered a thorough curriculum review process, enhancing course alignment with industry standards and achieving a substantial increase in student satisfaction.
- Engineered collaborative partnerships with local businesses to create internship opportunities for students, significantly boosting employability prospects.
Education
Diploma - Education
University of Port Harcourt
12.2020
Diploma - UK
Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training (RQF) in View
05.2026
PhD - Business Administration
University of Benin
10.2012
Master's - Business Administration
University of Benin
10.2002
BSc (Hons) - Business Administration
University of Benin
10.1998
Skills
- A-Level Business & BTEC Level 3 Business Teaching
- Innovative Teaching Methods & Student Engagement
- Curriculum Design & Quality Assurance
- Canvas & Moodle LMS Proficiency
- Mentorship & Student Success Initiatives
- Industry Collaboration & Guest Lecture Coordination
- Academic and Pastoral Support
- Safeguarding, Equality and Diversity
- CPD Participation and Delivery
- Research and Consultancy in Business Administration
- Learning Management Systems
- Google Classroom
- Turnitin Plagiarism Checker
- Public Speaking
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Zoom for Virtual Teaching
- Time Management
Accomplishments
- Increased Student Pass Rates
- Reduced Administrative Workload
- Secured Student Placement Opportunities
Certification
Business Analyst
Languages
English
Timeline
Lecturer in Business Studies
Hull College
10.2023 - 05.2024
Adjunct Lecturer
Various Institutions in Nigeria
01.2013 - 12.2018
Professor of Business Administration
University of Benin, Nigeria
08.2002 - Current
Diploma - UK
Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training (RQF) in View
PhD - Business Administration
University of Benin
Master's - Business Administration
University of Benin
BSc (Hons) - Business Administration
University of Benin
Diploma - Education
University of Port Harcourt