Dr. Ugbede Umoru

Senior Lecturer @ Nottingham Trent University

About

Dr Ugbede Umoru is a Senior Lecturer in International Business, Management and Strategy at Nottingham Business School and the London School of Economics, as well as an External Examinar at Coventry University. His research interest spans MNEs’ international expansion; Firm’s Performance & Strategy; International Entrepreneurship; Transnationalism; and Institutionalism. Ugbede is highly active in research, boasting a significant publication record in esteemed journals such as the Business Ethics, the Environment & Responsibility (BEER), Journal of Small Business Management (JSBM), and International Review of Entrepreneurship (IRE) among others. As an experienced Qualitative Researcher and educator with over 10 years of expertise I lead large-scale qualitative research projects and teach large groups of students across undergraduate and postgraduate International Business and global business modules. My expertise lies in solving complex research problems, exceeding and surpassing expectations as well as uncovering meaningful insights. In my role as a proficient moderator for focus groups, in-depth interviews, and seminar workshop facilitation, I excel at leading participants towards unveiling invaluable perspectives. By doing so, I ensure a deeper understanding of the audience, enabling the creation and delivery of impactful projects. I am a Fellow of Higher Education Academy (FHEA) UK, a member Chartered Management Institute (CMI) and also a member of several research and corporate groups including the Centre for International Business Strategy and Decisions (CIBSD); China-Africa research group; Academy of International Business (AIB); African Academy of Management; European Academy of Management (EURAM); and the British Academy of Management (BAM).

Country

United Kingdom

City

Greater Nottingham

Industry

Education Management

Skill

QDA Miner - Qualitative Data Analysis Software, Qualitative Research, Problem Solving, Strategy Development, Business Analysis, International Business, Global Business Development, International Management, Product Marketing, Business Strategy, Identifying New Business Opportunities, Brand Development, Enterprise Risk Management, Strategy, Teamwork, Marketing Strategy, Market Research, Management, Negotiation, Business Development

Experience

Senior Lecturer

Nottingham Trent University

2019-9 - Present · 7 yrs 1 mo

Ugbede currently leads the undergraduate International Business Environment module and MSc International Business Dual Work Placement module and as well as teaches on several modules. He also supervises doctoral candidates (PhD students) across several projects.

Lecturer

Nottingham Trent University

2017-9 - 2019-9 · 2 yrs 1 mo

Ugbede teaches on undergraduate modules including International Business Environment, International Business and Communication modules. In addition, he has had wide range teaching experience at the postgraduate level including International Marketing and Foundation for International Business and Strategy modules

Lecturer

The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)

2022-11 - Present · 3 yrs 11 mos

In this role I teach Business and Management in a Global Context and Core Management Concepts, exploring how organisations operate across borders and how foundational management theories translate into real-world decision-making. My teaching focuses on strategy, leadership, ethics, and critical thinking, with an emphasis on applying theory to contemporary global business challenges.

External Examiner

Coventry University

2024-9 - Present · 2 yrs 1 mo

Alongside my teaching, I serve as an External Examiner at Coventry University for the MSc International Business Management programme, contributing to assessment rigour, academic standards, and the continued relevance of international business curricula.

Associate Lecturer

Nottingham Business School, Nottingham Trent University

2015-9 - 2017-9 · 2 yrs 1 mo

Nottingham, United Kingdom

Ugbede teaches on undergraduate modules including International Business Environment, International Business and Communication modules.

Business Development Consultant

Premier Option Consulting International Limited

2013-9 - 2014-10 · 1 yr 2 mos

Abuja, Nigeria

Responsible for researching and analysing market and business opportunities for clients, also, product and service development.

Commercial Development Officer

Rotherham Doncaster & South Humber Foundation Trust

2013-6 - 2013-8 · 3 mos

Doncaster, United Kingdom

 Business plan development  Brand development  Sales strategy development.  Strategic Consulting  Market Research and Analysis

Consultant

Sheffield Forgemasters Steel Limited

2012-10 - 2012-12 · 3 mos

Sheffield, United Kingdom

As part of Sheffield Business School consultancy project, I serve as a consultant to Sheffield Forgemasters Steel Limited, to proffer a business solution to a division of the company that was encountering an international business challenge.

Sales Representative

HCS Recruitment Service

2012-3 - 2012-6 · 4 mos

Sheffield, United Kingdom

At HCS, customer satisfaction is top priority, thus, ability to know what the customer wants and satisfy their need.I developed the ability to communicate effectively with customers.

Education

Nottingham Trent University

International Business; Strategy; and Management

Research Areas; Internationalisation of firms; Firm’s Performance & Strategy; International Entrepreneurship; MNCs and Sustainable Development Goals; Transnationalism; and Institutionalism

Sheffield Hallam University

International Business Management

University of Abuja

Political Science

Political science and international relations department of University of Abuja with well rounded scholars, provides opportunity to acquire an in-depth study of political philosophies around the world.