Our People

I started my career in 2000 as a Software Engineer and later served the key roles of senior software engineer, project manager, operations manager and general manager of operations, prior to becoming director operations in 2007. Where my focus was on customers, innovation, operational-efficiency, and project-management that led to significant company growth. Throughout my career, I helped large number of clients across a broad range of businesses to use IT more effectively, improve process efficiency, and make better decisions by turning business data into meaningful information. I joined Bloomsbury Institute in 2012, bringing around 15 years of industrial experience to my role with the institution. In my career, I designed various internship-programs and taught several modules in computing and business-management.

 Interests

For me, the love of innovative-technologies was instantaneous and everlasting. I turned my passion into a career as Director Operations, started as a software engineer back in 2000. In these roles, I’ve had the opportunity to do what I love while also creating IT solutions that have changed the way businesses manage data and information in their operations. I created the first (multilingual SQL designer) in 2001 for one of the largest hardware producers in the world. My research areas of interest are Technology Innovation, Emerging Technologies, Resource Management, Operational Efficiency and Project Management. In addition to reading and research, I like various sports like tennis, football, cricket, table-tennis, cycling.

Qualifications, Affiliations and Memberships

MBA, PG-Dip, BSc (Software Engineering), MBCS, FHEA

Research and Publications

Farooq U. & Papdopoulos T. (compiled by), 2017, Managing Operations and Projects, London: Pearson

Farooq U. & Khan Z. (compiled by), 2015, INTERNET AND E-BUSINESS: E-Business Environment, Strategy and Implementation, London: Pearson

Brings to the fore, transferable expertise within IT infrastructure and Network methodologies and tools, operational risk, control frameworks, corporate governance and compliance. Established a robust and dependable reputation amongst clients, partners and vendors as a trusted professional who deploys technical project management and staff utilization strategies that deliver outstanding performance. Professional accomplished in sophisticated and innovative business IT solutions and structures and recognized for sound technical, infrastructure and strategic partnerships that have resulted in successful project delivery and completion. Renowned for a natural ability to quickly assimilate the business environment; mapping that to a picture of what good support engineering can provide, motivating teams and delivering a series of roadmaps that facilitates a vision while maximizing business benefit. Creative in reaching structured solutions for, planning, controlling and closing projects and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Regardless of complexity, projects are managed and delivered within budgetary and timescale constraints.

Interests

Professionally I find scripting, Testing & implementing various IT infra tools, Automation & Solution finding.  On personal front I love motor biking, Adventurous rides, exploring my cooking skill, listening to all types of music depending on mood & time.

Qualifications

MBA, IT

Before joining Bloomsbury Institute, I held a teaching post at School of Business and Management, Queen Mary University of for about six years. I have taught Economics and Business modules to undergraduate, postgraduate and doctorate students during the last ten years in the UK. Throughout my academic career, I have been extensively involved in supervising and mentoring postgrads and research students.

In addition to teaching posts, my professional involvement revolves around organising and delivering workshops for STATA, Bloomberg, EIKON, scientific writing for researchers & postgraduate students at various levels in the UK research and academic sector. I have been involved in many conferences and workshop organising committees.

At the early stage career, I began as a Lecturer in Macroeconomics and Business in 2007. I have also been part of a project by The World Bank Educational Awareness Group, co-ventured with Government of Punjab regarding awareness of education in rural catchment areas around Lahore, Pakistan in 2007. I have also been fortunate to work with eradication project with Government of Punjab, Asian Development Bank, Lahore, Pakistan in 2006.

Interests

My professional interest includes reviewing for well-known academic Journals. Research & academic interests have been mainly focused on issues regarding international trade, regional trade policies, institutional framework, capital inflows, political economy and economic development. I investigated and analysed different aspects of international trade and business at both the macro and regional levels. As well as, trade and financial openness issues, research also includes issues connected with competitiveness, development, and lack of institutional framework. I have also carried out a substantial amount of work on various aspects of regional trade and trade agreements.

Recently, during specialisation in Learning and Teaching in pedagogical practices, I have developed an interest in small group teaching and large group teachings. My pedagogical interest also focuses on finding and improving effective methods of providing interactive and effective feedback to students at various levels.

I also enjoy travelling & exploring different cultures and heritage music across different cities and regions. I also try to make some time for painting, exploring museums and history, trekking, writing and reading.

Qualifications

• PhD in Business & Management, Queen Mary University of London, 2017.
• Other Qualifications: MS(Res), Bs (Economics & Business) & Associate fellow of HEA, STATA-certifications.
• Panel Data Economtrics Certification for STATA by Centre for Micro data and Methods and Pactice certified (CEMMAP)
• Member at the Royal Economics Society
• Member at the Centre for Globalization Research, CGR- QMUL
• Member of Chartered Management Institute

Papers

• Aman, Z and Mallick, S. ‘Trade Liberalization and Export Competitiveness in Emerging Markets: The role of institutional factors’ (working paper).
• Aman, Z and Mallick, S. ‘Does financial openness help Improve External Competitiveness: Evidence from Emerging Markets’ (working paper).
• Aman, Z and Mallick, S. ‘Explaining REER misalignment: The role of currency regimes, Financial Openness & Trade Agreements’ (working paper).

Conferences

• Conference Presentation at BFWG June-2018 “Explaining REER Misalignment: The Role of Currency Regimes, Financial Openness & Trade Agreements.”
• Conference Presentation at EEFS 2016 “Does financial openness help Improve external Competitiveness: Evidence from Emerging Markets.”
• Conference Presentation at European Economic and Finance Society 2014 “Trade Liberalization and Export Competitiveness in Emerging Markets: The role of institutional factors.”
• Conference Presentation at EEFS 2015 “Does financial openness help Improve external Competitiveness: Evidence from Emerging Markets.”
• Conference Presentation at Royal Economic Society 2015 “Trade Liberalization and Export Competitiveness in Emerging Markets: The role of institutional factors.”
• Presented at symposium 2015 at Queen Mary University of London “Trade Liberalization and Export Competitiveness in Emerging Markets: The role of institutional factors.”
• Presented at Symposium 2014 at School of Business and Management “Trade Liberalization and Export Competitiveness in South Asia”

Interests

Interested in optimizing the use of existing technologies but also in developing new technologies.  Current areas of interest include facilitating personalisation, and insightful personal development planning.

To relax, I enjoy getting out to the countryside and coasts with family and friends to walk and cycle. Lying in my garden hammock is another favourite pastime.

Qualifications, Affiliations and Memberships

• MSc Information Systems and Management
• PGCE Secondary (Design and Technology) – QTS
• BA Hons Fine Art (Photography)
• Association of Learning Technology

Research and Publications

• pPlan: a Personal Development Planning & Mentoring tool
• https://jago.active-studio.com/2018/08/02/pplan-a-personal-development-planning-and-mentoring-tool/

Starting at Bloomsbury Institute in mid-2018, I led and managed our re-brand from LSBM to the brand you see today.

I continue to manage our brand and ensure our culture, identity and value proposition is successfully communicated across internal and external channels.

I have a degree in English Literature and Art History – after graduating I used my interest in both written and visual content to begin a career in marketing. My previous roles focused on digital marketing and brand strategy.

Interests

My main interests include art and books (as you could probably guess from my degree!).

In my spare time I volunteer as Co-Chair at Blaze – a charity that supports and develops the next generation of creative producers in my hometown.

I’m a big believer in encouraging and empowering those around you and I’m inspired everyday by my family, friends and our students.

Qualifications, Affiliations and Memberships

University of Sussex: BA (Hons) English Literature and Art History

My experience at Bloomsbury Institute started 9 years ago as a Business and Management student. During my studies I had the opportunity to work on student consultancy projects to reach out to international students. After this, I discovered my passion for engaging with students and supporting them in choosing their courses.

I have visited and assisted students from different communities in different parts of the country and have attended numerous educational exhibitions. After 6 years working in the Student Recruitment and Marketing Department here at Bloomsbury Institute, I moved to the Estates and Facilities department, exploring a new side of our Institute.

Interests

Football, Netflix and food.

Qualifications

• BSc (Hons) Business and Management
• Post Graduate certificate in Business
• NEBOSH National General certificate
• IOSH Management certificate

I am also an Introduction to Business module leader, a role which I relish as it involves designing engaging materials and activities for seminars and workshops, lecturing, and  working closely with a team of lecturers to ensure the best learning outcomes for the students.

Before joining Bloomsbury Institute, I worked at other UK higher education institutions including University of Reading, University of Birmingham, University of Hull and Harper Adams University. I taught English for Academic Purposes, most often through the medium of Business, to BSc, MSc, MBA or PhD level students from a wide variety of countries, supporting them to achieve highly in the UK higher education context.

Interests

I am strong believer in lifelong learning and I am excited to be part of an institution that encourages access to higher education for students from a diversity of backgrounds. I love to facilitate student interaction and active learning in the micro-universe of our classes. In fact, finding ways to balance contributions from quieter and more assertive students has become an interest recently.

Other areas of interest are technology-enhanced learning and the design of lessons and materials which enhance students’ critical thinking, independent discussion and reflection skills.

Qualifications, Affiliations and Memberships

• BA (Hons) in English and Romanian Language and Literature – ‘Al. I. Cuza’ University of Iasi, Romania
• MA in Applied Linguistics (Translation and Interpreting) – ‘Al. I. Cuza’ University of Iasi, Romania
• Cambridge DELTA (Diploma in English Language Teaching to Adults) – International House London
• Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (undertaking)

I joined Bloomsbury Institute in 2014 as a student, completing an HND in Business and Management in 2016 and graduating from (Hons) in Business and Management in 2017. Consequently, I decided to carry on my postgraduate studies at Bloomsbury Institute, completing an MBA and graduating in November 2018. Being a previous student and MBA STAR representative at Bloomsbury Institute gave me the opportunity to improve my knowledge and skills and deal with different situations with academics. I received an award for ‘Contribution to Academic Life at Bloomsbury Institute’ in May 2018.

During my studies I worked as a volunteer at Cancer Research UK in 2015. This role allowed me to improve my communication skills and provided an excellent customer service, which helped me to conduct my previous job as Admissions Executive and my current role as Academic Administrator.

Interests

My interests vary from technology to fashion, music and sports. I have a strong interest in everything related to digital such as artificial intelligence, digital marketing, social media and data analytics. I played basketball for 10 years, reaching high levels in the top league back in Florence (Italy). I also love singing and dancing.

Qualifications, Affiliations and Memberships

• MBA
• BA in Business Management
• HND in Business Management

During my time as a student, I helped run the first Business Society and I was also a Peer Advisor and Student Rep. Before I started my studies here, I played Field Hockey at a national level and won several national tournaments. Whilst playing, I completed my Level 2 training in Coaching Hockey and I also took an apprenticeship in Railway Engineering.

In my spare time, I run an E-commerce store and help with upcoming start-ups revolving around technology to agriculture.

Interests

I actively take part in Muay Thai and I enjoy watching combat sports in general. I also love playing table tennis competitively.

I like traveling to historical places along with spontaneous camping trips. I enjoy reading books from a range of genres from historical backgrounds to sci-fi and manga.

Qualifications

BA Business Management

Interests

My main interests are reading, particularly history, gardening and walking.

Qualifications

• Master of Education (M.Ed.)
• Honours degree in Sociology and Politics
• Dip.C.G.&C.