Behnam Karami
London
Summary
Business Lecturer with a Master of Business Administration (MBA) and a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL). Delivers engaging lectures and seminars across Business, Hospitality, Finance, and Marketing modules. Designs comprehensive module guides and assessments, supporting student success through tailored academic support and feedback.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Business lecturer & Module Leader (Full-time)
University of East London
London
11.2024 - Current
- Delivering lectures and seminars across Business, Hospitality, Finance, and Marketing modules in higher education.
- Undertaking module leadership responsibilities for Business and Hospitality modules.
- Designing module guides, assessment briefs, and teaching materials aligned with academic standards.
- Conducting marking, moderation, and standardisation in line with university regulations.
- Providing academic support, assessment feedback, and pastoral guidance to students.
- Updating curriculum content in line with academic and industry developments.
- Utilising VLEs, including Moodle and Turnitin, to support teaching, assessment, and blended learning.
- Collaborating with academic teams to support programme delivery and quality assurance.
Business lecturer (Part-time)
London College of Contemporary Arts
London
09.2024 - Current
- Delivering Business modules, including Management, Marketing, Finance, and Hospitality.
- Developing and updating lesson plans, teaching materials, and course content.
- Delivering EAP and ESP modules for Business and related disciplines.
- Designing and grading assignments, examinations, and academic projects.
- Providing academic support, assessment feedback, and guidance to students.
- Participating in curriculum development and departmental activities.
- Utilising Canvas VLE to support teaching, assessment, and blended learning.
Business Lecturer
Aspire People Academy
London
12.2023 - 07.2024
- Delivered Business, Finance, and Accounting courses in line with curriculum and academic standards.
- Facilitated engaging face-to-face and online learning sessions.
- Developed lesson materials, assessments, and learning resources for diverse student needs.
- Maintained student records and collaborated with academic teams to support student engagement and progression.
- Provided constructive feedback and academic support to enhance student performance and achievement.
Business Lecturer and Module Leader
Azad University of Tehran
04.2013 - 08.2023
- Delivered undergraduate and postgraduate Business, Management, and Marketing modules.
- Undertook module leadership responsibilities, including planning, delivery, and assessment coordination.
- Developed teaching materials and assessments aligned with academic and industry standards.
- Supervised postgraduate dissertations and supported academic research activities.
- Utilised virtual learning platforms to support teaching, assessment, and student engagement.
- Provided academic guidance, feedback, and pastoral support to students.
Business Lecturer
Sama University of Tehran
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Taught modules for undergraduate and postgraduate students.
- Developed teaching materials and maintained the VLE.
- Designed assessments, monitored submissions, and provided feedback.
- Offered academic and pastoral support.
- Contributed to evaluations, accreditation, and quality improvements.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy - Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)
Allameh Tabataba'i University
01-2019
Master of Arts - English Language Teaching
Razi University of Iran
01-2010
Master of Business Administration -
London Metropolitan University
09-2024
Skills
- Lecturing and Seminar Delivery
- Module Leadership
- Curriculum Design and Development
- Assessment, Marking, and Feedback
- Quality Assurance and Moderation
- Academic Research and Dissertation Supervision
- Student Engagement and Pastoral Support
- Blended and Online Learning
- Virtual Learning Environments (VLEs)
- Moodle, Canvas, and Turnitin
- Academic Administration
- Communication and Presentation Skills
- Leadership and Team Collaboration
- Problem Solving and Critical Thinking
- Time Management and Organisation
Publications
- Interlanguage Pragmatics in Academic Context: The Realization of University Students' Pragmatic Acquisition and the Impact of Specialized Textbook Tasks on Shaping Their Pragmatic Competence, PhD Dissertation, Allameh Tabataba'i University, 2019
- Pragmatic Competence Development: Demystifying the Impact of Task Types and EFL Students' Perceptions, Issues in Language Teaching (ILT), 8, 1, 279-302, 2019
- University Undergraduate Students' Compensation Strategies in Academic Context, Master's Dissertation, Razi University, 2010
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Business lecturer & Module Leader (Full-time)
University of East London
11.2024 - Current
Business lecturer (Part-time)
London College of Contemporary Arts
09.2024 - Current
Business Lecturer
Aspire People Academy
12.2023 - 07.2024
Business Lecturer and Module Leader
Azad University of Tehran
04.2013 - 08.2023
Business Lecturer
Sama University of Tehran
01.2011 - 01.2013
Doctor of Philosophy - Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)
Allameh Tabataba'i University
Master of Arts - English Language Teaching
Razi University of Iran
Master of Business Administration -
London Metropolitan University