The Open University, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom
The Open University is an expert in flexible higher education that fits around your working life.
We don’t make you choose between a degree and a salary – more than 70% of our students are in full or part time work, while four out of five FTSE 100 companies have funded staff on OU courses.
Employers including IBM, The Metropolitan Police, Unilever and many more recognise the value for money we provide, while students appreciate the range of affordable routes we offer. As a result, we are the largest academic institution in the UK, with nearly 200,000 current undergraduates, postgraduates and students on validated programmes - plus almost 1.
We don’t make you choose between a degree and a salary – more than 70% of our students are in full or part time work, while four out of five FTSE 100 companies have funded staff on OU courses.
Employers including IBM, The Metropolitan Police, Unilever and many more recognise the value for money we provide, while students appreciate the range of affordable routes we offer. As a result, we are the largest academic institution in the UK, with nearly 200,000 current undergraduates, postgraduates and students on validated programmes - plus almost 1.
The Open University Alumni
Dr Larry Wolfe
Director at CandL Resources Consulting Limited
Management Consulting
Education
The Open University 2006 — 2012
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Royal Roads University 2000 — 2002
Master of Science (MSc)
Lancaster and Morecambe Polytechnic 1988 — 1990
Diploma
Liverpool J.M. University 1986 — 1988
HNC
Experience
CandL Resources Consulting Limited August 2015 - Present
Shropshire Council July 2009 - August 2015
Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead August 2001 - July 2009
CRD Environmental Services January 1995 - January 2001
Region of Hamilton Wentworth 1992 - 1995
Skills
Strategy development, Waste treatment..., Business Planning, Sustainable Development, Governance, Strategy, Report Writing, Recycling, Climate Change, Environmental..., Bereavement Services, Water Management, Water supply, Project Delivery, Bid Writing, Environmental Compliance, Wastewater Treatment, Business Strategy, GIS, Waste policy, Waste Management, Environmental Consulting, Community Engagement, Renewable Energy, Environmental Policy, Stakeholder Management, Strategic commissioning, Environmental Awareness, Energy Efficiency, Behavioural modelling, Policy, Contract Management, Environmental Issues, Government, Service redesign, Research, Wastewater engineering, Public Sector, Behavioural change, Procurement, Environmental Science, Sustainability, Financial management, Waste, Project Planning, Private Sector, Environmental Impact..., Change Management, Local Government, Management
Dr Lucy Gray
Associate Dean Learning and Teaching at The Open University
Higher Education
Education
The Open University 2001 — 2008
PhD, Social work / student writing
University of Greenwich 1998 — 2000
PGCE, Post Compulsory Education
University of Bristol 1988 — 1989
CQSW / PGCert, Social Work
University of Bristol 1983 — 1987
BSc Hons, Social Administration
King Henry V111 Coventry 1980 — 1982
Kings High School, Warwick 1975 — 1980
Experience
The Open University September 2001 - Present
The Open University, UK September 2000 - Present
North-East Worcestershire College August 1995 - September 2000
Skills
University Teaching, Psychology, Social Services, Qualitative Research, Research, Staff Development, Teaching, Coaching, Policy, Higher Education, Lecturing, Distance Learning
Dr Lucy Longhurst
Psychologist Broadcaster Writer
Mental Health Care
Education
City University London
Psychology, DPsych
City University London
Master’s Degree, Psychology
The Open University
Bachelor’s Degree, Psychology (First class)
City University London
Bachelor’s Degree, Music
Experience
Private Practice 2014 - Present
City University London September 2015 - Present
Cygnet Hospital October 2011 - Present
Shining Management 1993 - Present
The Harley Street Clinic, Cancer Centre September 2014 - September 2015
NHS (Psychodynamic/ Secondary Care) September 2012 - September 2013
Brent Bereavement Services February 2011 - September 2013
Bereavement Services, Hounslow February 2011 - February 2012
Q! Magazine 1997 - 1999
BBC Radio 5 Live 1996 - 1999
Skills
Research, Therapists, Advertising, Psychology, Voice Over, Radio Host, Counseling Psychology, Radio Broadcasting, Group Therapy, Radio Production, Academic Writing, Therapy, Digital Media, Editing, Creative Writing
Dr Marie Arndt
CEO. Freelance Educator at Learningsparks UK Ltd
E-Learning
Education
The Open University 2010 — 2012
Master's degree, Online and Distance Education, Pass
Queen's University Belfast 1991 — 1995
PhD, English
Hilderstone College: RSA/UCLES TEFL 1991 — 1991
RSA/UCLES TEFLC, Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor
Trinity College 1982 — 1983
Diploma, Anglo-Irish literature
Uppsala University 1976 — 1982
BA, Fil; political science; sociology, economics and ethnogeography
Experience
Learningsparks September 2013 - Present
Sohar College of Applied Sciences September 2012 - August 2013
Institute of Applied Technology February 2011 - November 2011
University of Reading April 2010 - November 2010
University of West London November 2004 - January 2010
Skills
Writing, Adult Education, International Education, Instructional Design, E-Learning, ESL, Distance Learning, Educational Leadership, Translation, Coaching, Literature, TESOL, Curriculum Design, Qualitative Research, Staff Development, Education Management, Moodle, Lecturing, Teaching Writing, Teacher Training, Intercultural..., E-learning, Academia, Program Management, Classroom, Faculty Development, English, Courses, Public Speaking, Higher Education, Proofreading, Academic Administration, University Teaching, Career Counseling, Research, Theory, Teaching Adults, College Teaching, Blended Learning, Mentoring, Educational Technology, Training, Teaching, Tutoring, IELTS, Linguistics, Language Teaching, Academic Writing, Teaching English as a..., Editing
Dr Marie Murphy
Counselling Psychologist at Combat Stress: The Veterans' Mental Health Charity
Health, Wellness and Fitness
Education
Glasgow Caledonian University 2010 — 2013
Doctor of Psychology, Counseling Psychology
The Open University 2003 — 2009
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Psychology, 2/1
Napier University 1990 — 1993
HND, Journalism
St David's High School, Dalkeith
St David's High School, Dalkeith
Experience
Combat Stress: The Veterans' Mental Health Charity September 2014 - Present
MRM Training Consultancy Ltd June 2013 - Present
Quality Assurance for ASIST in Scotland May 2009 - Present
Self-employed November 2005 - Present
freelance March 2004 - Present
Breathing Space May 2010 - September 2014
Sunday Express July 1997 - September 2014
Strathcarron Hospice September 2012 - September 2013
Stepping Stones Clydebank May 2011 - November 2012
Crisis Counselling December 2010 - November 2012
Skills
Facebook, Social Media, Research, Teaching, self-harm training, Event Planning, Training Delivery, Counseling Psychology, Corporate Health, Coaching, Overall Wellness, Creative Writing, News Writing, Magazines, Curriculum Development, Blogging, Wordpress, Media Relations, Upper Cervical, Team Leadership, Suicide training, Qualitative Research, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Suicide Prevention, Journalism, Counselling Psychology, Higher Education, Public Speaking, Psychotherapy, Personal Development, Training, Stress Management, PTSD, Press Releases, Newspaper, Copywriting, Mental health training, Corporate Communications, Marketing Communications, Mentoring, Psychology, Writing, Copy Editing, Content Development, Editing, Post Traumatic Stress, Mental Health, Public Relations, Event Management
Dr Michael Canning
Managing Partner & Lead Consultant, NCD Consultants
Pharmaceuticals
Education
The Open University 1995 — 1999
MBA, Technology Management
The Royal College of Pathologists 1994 — 1997
Diploma, Veterinary Pathology
Bristol Polytechnic 1989 — 1990
MSc, Information Technology
The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons 1978 — 1983
Member, Veterinary Surgery
University of Bristol 1978 — 1983
BVSc, Veterinary Medicine
Stonyhurst College, Lancashire 1974 — 1977
King George V School, Hong Kong 1970 — 1974
Glenealy Junior School, Hong Kong 1964 — 1970
Experience
NCD Consultants February 2014 - Present
Whale Shark Research Project October 2014 - October 2014
IAR Orangutan Project March 2014 - May 2014
2014 Aurora borealis Photographic Expedition January 2014 - February 2014
Novo Nordisk A/S February 2010 - December 2013
UCB Pharma 2000 - January 2010
Johnson & Johnson 1998 - 2000
Johnson & Johnson 1996 - 1998
Quintiles 1993 - 1996
Life Science Research 1990 - 1993
Skills
Biotechnology, Regulatory Submissions, FDA, Carcinogenesis, Immunology, Oncology, Regulatory Affairs, Infectious Diseases, Biopharmaceuticals, CRO, Drug Development, Pharmaceutical Industry, Lifesciences, Clinical Trials, Validation, Veterinary Pathology, Neurology, Computer System..., Toxicology, GLP, 21 CFR Part 11, Drug Discovery, R&D, Veterinary Medicine
Dr Michael Desmond Hynes
Archbishop at Order Mater Dei
Religious Institutions
Education
The Open University
Experience
dh associates ArchbishopOrder Mater Dei$
Skills
Event Planning, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Public Relations, Team Building, Public Speaking, Teaching, Leadership, Management, Microsoft Word, Social Media, Research, Strategic Planning, PowerPoint, Event Management
Dr Mohammad Ahmad
Lecturer University College London (UCL)
Higher Education
Education
Keele University 2011 — 2012
PGCE, Science (Physics) Postgraduate Level
Keele University 2010 — 2011
Cert of Higher Education, Science
The Open University 2006 — 2009
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Technology Management
Imperial College London 2002 — 2005
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Laser Sensors and Fabrication of Biological Materials
The University of Manchester 1993 — 1996
Master of Philosophy (MPhil), Fibre Lasers for Medical Applications
Quaid-e-Azam University, Islamabad 1988 — 1991
Master of Philosophy (MPhil), Theoretical Laser Physics
Government College University, Lahore 1986 — 1988
Master's degree, Solid-State Physics
University of the Punjab, Lahore 1983 — 1985
Bachelor's Degree, Double Mathematics and Physics
T.I. College, Rabwah, Pakistan 1980 — 1983
FSC, Pre Engineering
T.I. High School, Rabwah, Pakistan 1978 — 1980
Matric, Science (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology and English), A-Star
Skills
Teaching, PowerPoint, Analysis, Research
Dr Mohammed Maher Al-Jarrah
Lecturer
Human Resources
Education
London Metropolitan University 2010 — 2014
PhD in HR Management, Management Development and Training
London Metropolitan University 2010 — 2014
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Human Resources Management and Services
The Open University 2005 — 2008
Master of Science (MSc), HRM
The Open University 2005 — 2008
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Business Administration and Management, General
Havering College, London, UK. 2002 — 2005
Higher National Diploma, IT
The Open University 2002 — 2005
Bachelor's degree, Business Administration and Management, General
Experience
not shown July 2012 - Present
International Academy 2012 - Present
HR Training 2000 - 2014
Skills
Translation, Arabic, Translation Services, Multilingual, Proofreading, Time Management, Terminology, English, Trados, Editing, Business Planning
Dr Nathalie Renevier
Senior Lecturer at University of Central Lancashire (UClan)
Higher Education
Education
The Open University 2000 — 2003
MBA, business Studies
Institut national polytechnique de Lorraine 1994 — 1997
PhD, Surface Engineering - Materials
Université Paris Sud (Paris XI) 1992 — 1993
DEA Gas and Plasma, Physic
Université Paris Sud (Paris XI) 1991 — 1992
Maitrise Physic, Fundamental Physic
Université Paris Sud (Paris XI) 1990 — 1991
Licence Physic, Fundamental Physic
Université Paris Sud (Paris XI) 1988 — 1990
DEUG A, Math, Physic, Chemistry
Maison d'Education de la Legion d'Honneur 1983 — 1988
BaC D, Math, Physic, Biology
Experience
UCLAN March 2004 - Present
University of Central Lancashire 2004 - Present
Federal Mogul - Friction Products March 2003 - February 2004
Teer Coatings Limited January 1998 - March 2003
Oerlikon Balzers France July 1994 - October 1997
Oerlikon Balzers AG January 1993 - July 1994
Skills
Coatings, Materials, Research, Matlab, Manufacturing, Engineering, Six Sigma, Product Development, Process Simulation, Characterization, Lean Manufacturing, Thin Films, R&D, Physics, Nanotechnology, Science, Project Management, Materials Science
Dr Neil Hopkins
Senior Lecturer in Education at University of Bedfordshire
Higher Education
Education
UCL Institute of Education 2009 — 2012
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Philosophy of Education
The Open University 2005 — 2007
Master of Arts (MA), Philosophy
University of Bedfordshire 1998 — 2001
Bachelor of Arts (BA Hons), English Literature, First Class
Experience
University of Bedfordshire August 2013 - Present
North Hertfordshire College February 2008 - July 2013
Hertford Regional College May 2003 - February 2008
Barnet College September 2001 - June 2003
Skills
Political Philosophy, Educational Research, Organizational..., Literature, Academic Writing, College Teaching, Workshop Facilitation, Literacy, Teaching Adults, Leadership Development, Adult Education, Curriculum Design, Commercial Awareness, Higher Education, Tutoring, Adult Literacy, Mobile Learning, Blended Learning, Educational Technology, Teaching, Educational Philosophy, Lecturing, Further Education, Teacher Training, Training Delivery, Training, Educational Leadership, Observation, Distance Learning, University Teaching, Philosophy of Education, Employee Training, Pedagogy, Staff Development, Courses, Coaching, Research, Public Speaking
Dr Neil Thompson
Helping individuals and organisations to maximise their learning
E-Learning
Education
The Open University 1990 — 1992
MBA, Management
Keele University 1984 — 1990
DLitt, Well-being
Experience
Avenue Media Solutions September 2010 - Present
Avenue Consulting Ltd July 2000 - Present
Liverpool Hope University September 2006 - November 2008
Ashley Maynard Associates September 1996 - July 2000
Skills
Performance Improvement, Personal Development, Teaching, Consulting, Mental Health, Strategic Planning, Writing, Emotional Intelligence, Private Sector, Workshop Facilitation, Public Speaking, Organizational..., Staff Development, Social Services, Qualitative Research, Executive Coaching, Team Building, Change Management, Culture Change, Management, Higher Education, Management Development, Leadership Development, Management Consulting, Public Sector, Coaching, E-Learning, Versatile Writer, Research, Training Delivery, Policy, Organizational..., Training
Dr Nick Murry
Chief Sustainability Officer at Ecodesk
Management Consulting
Education
University of Cambridge 2008 — 2009
PG Cert
The Open University 2005 — 2009
PG Diploma
The Open University 2007 — 2008
PG Cert
Cranfield University 1991 — 1995
PhD
University of Reading 1989 — 1990
MSc
Newcastle University 1981 — 1984
BSc (Hons)
Hutton Grammar School 1973 — 1981
10 GSE O'Levels, 4 GSE A'levels
Experience
Ecodesk January 2013 - Present
Thames Water July 2012 - December 2012
Nick Murry Sustainability Advisory Services January 2012 - June 2012
IMS Consulting July 2011 - December 2011
Halcrow, a CH2M HILL Company 2008 - June 2011
Halcrow Group Limited 2005 - 2008
Halcrow Group Limited 1999 - 2004
Halcrow Group Limited (Sir William Halcrow and Partners) 1995 - 1999
Cranfield University (School of Agriculture, Food and Environment) - University of Maiduguri Linkage October 1991 - September 1995
Rural Business Survey 1987 - 1989
Skills
Policy, Report Writing, Project Management, Energy Efficiency, Environmental Policy, Sustainability, Environmental, Program Management, Carbon Management, Corporate Social..., Business Strategy, Climate Change, Sustainability Strategy, Environmental..., Sustainable Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Environmental Awareness, Sustainability..., Capacity Building, Environmental Impact..., Risk Assessment, Water, Sustainable Business, Sustainability Reporting, Environmental Issues, Strategy, Environmental Management, Team Leadership, Renewable Energy, Analysis, Energy, Project Planning, Sustainable Energy, International...
Dr P M Gibbons
Visiting Fellow at University of Bristol
Higher Education
Education
University of Bristol/Bath 2004 — 2011
Doctorate, Systems thinking applied to lean and six sigma
The Open University
Masters, Operations Management
The University of Manchester
Masters, Asset Management
Experience
University of Bristol 2011 - Present
Bath & Bristol University September 2004 - 2011
Various June 1984 - September 2004
Skills
Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement
Dr Paul Mason
Barrister at Doughty Street Chambers
Law Practice
Education
Kaplan Law School 2010 — 2011
BPTC, Law
BPP Law School 2008 — 2010
GDL (P/T), Law
The Open University 2004 — 2005
Master of Arts (M.A.), Criminology
University of the West of England 1991 — 1995
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Criminology
University of Southampton 1987 — 1991
Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
Experience
Doughty Street Chambers May 2015 - Present
1 Pump Court Chambers October 2012 - May 2015
The Law Commission September 2011 - August 2012
Asylum Justice 2010 - 2012
Free Representation Unit 2010 - 2012
Hafal 2010 - 2011
Cardiff University September 2004 - August 2010
Skills
Legal Writing, Criminal Law, Mediation, Public Speaking, Public Law, Litigation, Legal Assistance, Document Drafting, Legal Research, Immigration Law, Qualitative Research, Research, Criminal Defense, Courts, Human Rights, International Law, Legal Advice
Dr Rachel Duffy
Associate at NHS Improving Quality
Hospital & Health Care
Education
University of Middlesex 2010 — 2015
Doctorate in Professional Studies (March 2014 expected), Board effectiveness and strategic organisation development
OGC 2013 — 2013
Managing Successful Programmes (MSP) Practitioner
The Open University 2007 — 2009
PG Diploma in Psychology
Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development 2007 — 2007
PG Certificate in Organisational Development and Change
University of Central Lancashire 2002 — 2005
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
University of Central Lancashire 1999 — 2002
BA(Hons) Business Studies
Experience
NHS Improving Quality September 2013 - Present
NHS Institute for Innovation April 2006 - September 2013
Home Retail Group PLC March 2005 - March 2006
Enterprise plc April 2000 - March 2005
NatWest Bank September 1987 - March 1997
Skills
Governance, Performance Management, Change Management, Team Leadership, Leadership, Leadership Development, Management Consulting, Executive Coaching, MBTI, Operations Management, Business Transformation, Employee Engagement, Executive Development, Culture Change, Public Sector, Healthcare, Quality Improvement, Team Building, Service Improvement, Board Evaluation, Assessment Center, 360 Feedback, Action Learning, Workshop Facilitation, Board Development, Business Strategy, Organizational..., Research, Public Speaking, Coaching, Management Development, Strategic Planning, Process Improvement, Stakeholder Management, Psychometrics, Organizational Design
Dr Rachel Erskine
Programme Leader MA Health & Wellbeing and MSc Infection Prevention & Control at University of the Highlands and Islands
Higher Education
Education
The Open University
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Remote and Rural Health
De Montfort University 1991 — 1995
BSc (hons) Adult Nursing
Experience
University of the Highlands and Islands 2007 - Present
North Lochs Medical Practice May 1998 - May 2010
Lews Castle College UHI September 1999 - August 2007
North Harris Medical Practice August 2002 - February 2003
Fosse Health NHS Trust June 1997 - April 1998
British Nursing Agency September 1991 - April 1998
Leicester General NHS Trust September 1995 - May 1997
Skills
Leadership, Higher Education, Practice Nursing, Remote and Rural, Literature searching, Public Speaking, Nursing Education, Staff Development, Community Nursing, Project Management, Nursing, Online teaching, Student & staff support, Teaching, Research
Dr Richard Beynon
Education specialist and writer
Writing and Editing
Education
University of Sussex
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), English/Creative Writing and Authorship
University of Sussex 2007 — 2008
MA, Creative Writing and Authorship
University of London Institute of US Studies 1992 — 1994
MA, US Area Studies (Literature & Constitutional History)
The Open University 1990 — 1992
MA (Ed), Education
The University of Kent 1981 — 1984
BA, English and American Literature
Experience
Ofsted: Further Education and Skills 2007 - Present
UK May 2002 - Present
Friends Centre 2002 - Present
ALI 2002 - 2007
Skills
Workshop Facilitation, Coaching, Policy, Leadership Development, Creative Writing, Public Sector, Curriculum Design, Training Delivery, Special Education, Curriculum Development, Staff Development, Adult Education
Dr Richard L Peacocke MSc
Independent ExMilitary Mental Health Researcher.
Hospital & Health Care
Education
Bournemouth University 2006 — 2014
Doctor of Professional Practice
Bournemouth University 2002 — 2003
Post Graduate Diploma
Liverpool University 1999 — 2000
MSc
The Open University 1999 — 2000
Certificate and ENB D01
National Radiological Protection Board 1997 — 1997
Certificate
Bournemouth University 1994 — 1997
Diploma of Higher Education
The Open University 1991 — 1996
Bachelor of Science (Honours)
City and Guilds of London Institute 1992 — 1993
Certificate
Hypnotherapy Control Board 1991 — 1992
Diploma
Experience
Care Quality Commission December 2014 - Present
Social Perspectives Network February 2015 - Present
Independent July 2014 - Present
Access Dorset January 2011 - Present
Peacocke International January 1998 - Present
PoM HR Services April 2010 - Present
Dorset Healthcare University NHS Foundation Trust June 2009 - Present
Dorset Mental Health Forum February 2004 - March 2014
Dorset Community Health Services June 2007 - July 2011
HMP & YOI Guys Marsh April 1998 - November 1999
Skills
Writing, Committees, Army, Military Experience, Holistic Health, Mental Health, Policy, Coaching, Investigative Psychology, Military, Outstanding..., Mentoring, Tactics, Deadline Oriented, Cross-functional Team..., Treatment, Forensic and Biological..., Psychology, Leadership, Training, Training Delivery, Management, Intelligence, Risk Management, Healthcare, Security Clearance, Self-starter, Change Management, Investigative Research, Public Speaking, Leadership Development, Business Development, High Level Of..., Research, Clinical Supervision, Hypnotherapy
Dr Richard Scott
Clinical Psychologist, Dept. of Neuropsychology, St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Hospital & Health Care
Education
University of Surrey 2010 — 2013
PsychD - Pass, Clinical Psychology
Northumbria University 2008 — 2009
MRes, Psychology, Pass: Commendation
The Open University 2001 — 2006
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Psychology
Cramlington High School 1986 — 1992
Experience
St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust February 2015 - Present
Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust September 2013 - February 2015
NHS Surrey and Borders Partnership April 2013 - September 2013
NHS Surrey and Borders Partnership October 2012 - March 2013
NHS Surrey and Borders Partnership April 2012 - September 2012
NHS Surrey and Borders Partnership October 2011 - March 2012
NHS Surrey and Borders Partnership October 2010 - September 2011
Dr Robert Beadel
Senior Educational Psychologist at Buckinghamshire Educational Psychology Service
Education Management
Education
University of Nottingham 2008 — 2012
Doctorate, Educational Psychology
University of Nottingham 2001 — 2002
Master’s Degree, Educational Psychology, Distinction
The Open University 1994 — 1998
Bachelor’s Degree, Psychology, First Class Honours
University of Birmingham 1994 — 1998
Master’s Degree, Special Education: Emotional and Behaviour Difficulties, Distinction
Goldsmiths, University of London 1978 — 1983
Bachelor’s Degree, Education and Physical Education, Honours
Experience
Buckinghamshire Educational Psychology Service January 2004 - Present
Buckinghamshire Educational Psychology Service September 2002 - December 2003
Romans Field School September 1999 - August 2001
Romans Field School September 1996 - September 1999
Romans Field School January 1990 - September 1996
Rushmead School September 1984 - January 1990
Skills
Psychological Assessment, Staff Development, Learning Disabilities, Educational Psychology, Mental Health, Special Education, Adolescents, Child Development, Teaching, Psychology, Teacher Training
Dr Robert Dalziel
Participatory Research Officer at Healthwatch Dudley
Public Policy
Education
The Open University 2001 — 2004
PhD, Tenants and Residents Associations and Council Collaboration: Rhetoric and Reality
The Open University 1997 — 2000
M.Sc, Development Management, Merit
Hull University 1992 — 1993
Pg.Dip, Industrial Psychology
The Open University 1984 — 1992
B.Sc, Psychology
Experience
Healthwatch Dudley April 2013 - Present
University of Birmingham, Institute of Local Government Studies February 2005 - July 2011
Open University October 2001 - December 2004
Skills
Research Design, Public Policy, Policy, Analysis, Communites and..., Lecturing, Policy Analysis, Qualitative Research, Politics, Research, Involvement and..., Report Writing, Quantitative Research, Data Analysis, Partnerships
Dr Robert Trott EngD, MSc, FBCS
Director of Quality Assurance at ipaccess
Telecommunications
Education
University College London, U. of London 2004 — 2013
Doctor in Engineering (Eng.D), Quality Assurance for the Communications Industry, Pass
The Open University 1993 — 2000
MSc, Computing and Manufacturing
Experience
ipaccess July 2011 - Present
ip.access April 2006 - August 2011
Avaya September 2005 - April 2006
Aeroflex 2003 - 2005
Skills
Testing, Test Automation, Software Development, Unix, Electronics, Embedded Systems, Software Engineering, Process Improvement, Linux, Mobile Devices, Test Planning, Embedded Software, Software Design, Integration, System Testing, Product Management, Lean Manufacturing, Software Quality..., Scrum, Software Project..., Automation, Quality Assurance, System Architecture, RF, Telecommunications, Agile Methodologies
Dr Sally Hartley
Freelance Consultant Researcher and Visiting Research Fellow Open University
Research
Education
The Open University 2009 — 2012
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Development Economics and International Development
The University of Manchester 2007 — 2008
Master's degree, Development Management
Islington College of Further Education 2001 — 2002
Certificate in Counselling Studies and Skills
University of the West of England 1994 — 1998
Bachelor's degree, Business Studies
Experience
The Open University January 2013 - Present
Various international development agencies May 2007 - Present
Co-operative College 2009 - 2015
The Open University January 2009 - September 2013
Restless Development September 2003 - March 2007
Skills
Project Management, Economics, Sustainable Development, Entrepreneurship, Strategy, Community Outreach, Africa, Policy Analysis, Strategic Planning, Quantitative Research, SPSS, Research, Policy, Proposal Writing, Research Design, NGOs, Nonprofits, Analysis, Human Rights, Community Development, Program Evaluation, Workshop Facilitation, International..., Government, Qualitative Research, Fundraising, Climate Change
Dr Sapna Somani
Lecturer and Teacher Mathematics
Education Management
Education
Institute of Education, University of London 2013 — 2014
PGCE Secondary Mathematics
APM Group Limited 2012 — 2012
PRINCE2 Practitioner
The Open University 2011 — 2011
Postgraduate Certificate in Project Management
The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda 2002 — 2006
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Applied Mathematics
Aptech Ltd. 1996 — 2000
Advanced Diploma in Computer Applications
Experience
JFS July 2014 - Present
The Open University in London September 2007 - Present
Hatch End High School & Bentley Wood High School September 2013 - June 2014
Royal Academy of Engineering February 2010 - July 2012
Royal Academy of Engineering January 2008 - August 2009
Achieve Learning September 2006 - January 2008
M. S. University of Baroda December 2001 - May 2006
Skills
Hindi, Coaching, Applied Mathematics, Lecturing, Project Planning, Project Management, Project Coordination, LaTeX, Time Management, Policy, Higher Education, Matlab, Stakeholder Management, Research, Physics, Event Management, Statistics, Resource Management, Fluid Dynamics, Strategic Financial..., PRINCE2, Engineering Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Management, Multilingual, Multicultural, Teamwork, Data Analysis, Distance Learning, Coordination, Analysis, Teaching, Program Management, Financial Reporting, Science, E-Learning, Change Management
Dr Sarah Rogers
Research & Development Manager, The Royal Mint
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
Education
The Open University 2012 — 2015
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
University of Sussex 1987 — 1993
DPhil, Polymer Science
Highworth Grammar School
Experience
The Royal Mint June 2015 - Present
Advanced Insulation Systems April 2009 - June 2015
Hexion Specialty Chemicals June 2007 - April 2009
Hexion Specialty Chemicals June 2003 - June 2007
BP March 1997 - June 2003
Cray Valley (Total) September 1993 - February 1997
Skills
Polymers, SAP, Spray Foam Insulation, Foam, Manufacturing, NPI Management, Inorganic Chemistry, Oil/Gas, Technical Support, Colloids, Polymer Composites, Team Leadership, Polyurethane, Thermal Insulation, Adhesives, Emulsion Polymerization, Change Management, Coatings Technology, Six Sigma, Business Process..., New Business Development, Chemistry, Raw Materials, Additives, Chemical Engineering, R&D, Product Development, Composites, Process Safety, Fire Protection, Process Optimization, Plastics, Coatings, Polymer Chemistry, Elastomers, Polymer Characterization, Oil & Gas, Catalysis, Paint, Polymer Science, Insulation, Materials Science, Materials, Resin, Project Management, Oil & Gas Industry, Corrosion, Process Engineering
Dr Sarah Slater
Senior Lecturer Computer Science at University of Wolverhampton
Education Management
Education
The Open University 2013 — 2013
Introduction to Counselling, Counselling, Pass
The University of Wolverhampton 2002 — 2010
PhD, AI, Psychology and Simulation
The University of Wolverhampton 2000 — 2003
MSc, Computer Science
Birmingham City University 1993 — 1997
B.Eng(Hons), Software Design for Engineering Systems
The Open University
Psychology
Experience
University of Wolverhampton October 2012 - Present
University of Wolverhampton August 2010 - October 2012
University of Wolverhampton February 2008 - July 2010
University of Wolverhampton February 2002 - January 2008
Stourbridge College 2000 - 2001
PC World 1998 - 2000
Various 1996 - 1998
Skills
University Teaching, Unity3D, Game Design, Management, Game Programming, C, Video Games, Higher Education, Project Management, Game Development, Computer Science, Digital Media, JavaScript, Teaching, Lecturing, Research, Animation, Artificial Intelligence
Dr Sarah-Louise Quinnell
Product Manager EMEA at CogBooks
E-Learning
Education
The Manchester Metropolitan University 2015 — 2016
MSc, Psychology (Conversion)
University of Derby 2014 — 2015
University Certificate, Psychology
The Open University 2012 — 2014
Master of Arts (MA), Online and Distance Education
King's College London, U. of London 2004 — 2010
PhD, Geography
University of Sussex 2003 — 2004
MSc, Social Research Methods (Human Geography)
University of Sussex 2002 — 2003
MA, Environment, Development & Policy
University of Sussex 1999 — 2002
BA (Hons), Geography & Environmental Studies with Development Studies
Experience
CogBooks June 2015 - Present
Dr Senad Telalbasic MD GMP MPH PG Cert Bus Admin
Senior Clinical Fellow in Ear Nose and Throat Surgery at NHS Hampshire
Medical Practice
Education
The Open University 2010 — 2016
Master of Business Administration, Business Administration
Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow 2015 — 2015
Diploma in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery (DO-HNS)-I, Otolaryngology & Head and Neck Surgery
The Open University 2010 — 2011
Postgraduate Certificate in Business Administration, Business Administration
King's College London, U. of London 2008 — 2010
Master of Public Health, Public Health
Medical University Graz 1996 — 2003
Doctor of Medicine (MD), Medicine
University of Graz 1995 — 1996
Certificate for German language proficiency, German language, Level C1
University of Sarajevo 1991 — 1994
Certificate for completing three years of training in Dentistry, Dentistry
Gymnasium for Mathematics, Physics and Computer sciences 1987 — 1991
Computer Hardware Technician, Mathematics, Physics and Computer sciences, Merit
Experience
NHS Hampshire January 2015 - Present
Independent April 2014 - Present
Novartis July 2013 - Present
Medacs Healthcare February 2013 - Present
Independant Consulting October 2012 - Present
Medacs Healthcare January 2010 - February 2013
Abed Graham Healthcare Strategies Ltd September 2012 - October 2012
NHS March 2012 - September 2012
KAGES Hospital Network in Austria September 2005 - November 2008
Medical University Graz December 2004 - October 2005
Skills
Management of acute..., Clinical Research, Business Administration, Development and..., Otology, Healthcare, Ear, Nose and Throat..., Rhinology, Business & Medicine, Internal Medicine, Epidemiology, Healthcare Finances, Benign swellings and..., Healthcare Information..., Medical Devices, Program Management, Hospitals, Health needs assessment, Health Policy, Research, Medical Education, Head & Neck Oncology, Healthcare Management, Healthcare Consulting, Quality Improvement of..., Paediatric ENT, Medical Research, Audit of clinical and..., Clinical Trials, Health Economics, Healthcare strategy, Hospital Management, Public Health, Healthcare trends...
Dr Shirley Macdonald
Psychologist/Psychotherapist
Mental Health Care
Education
The University of Manchester 1991 — 2010
Advanced Diploma in Counselling, MA, DCouns, Counselling
The Open University 1988 — 1993
Bachelor of Science (BSc hons), Psychology, 2
Experience
Beechwood Cancer Care registered charity 2009 - Present
Serenity Counselling & Psychotherapy Service 1995 - Present
Bolton Behaviour Support Service (Bolton LEA) September 2000 - September 2009
Bolton Council April 1981 - September 2000
Skills
Psychology, Therapists, Social Services, Stress Management, Life Transitions, Psychotherapy, Hypnotherapy, EMDR, Reiki, Mindfulness, Adults, Self-esteem, Phobias, Anger Management
Dr Sofia Efstratiou
Consultant psychiatrist (locum)
Hospital & Health Care
Education
Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece 1990 — 2015
Bachelor's Degree
The Royal College of Physicians 2014 — 2014
RCP Educational Supervisor and Accreditation
The Open University 2013 — 2014
Mary Seacole Programme, Leadership in Healthcare I, Postgraduate certificate in Healthcare leadership
Oxford College, UK 2011 — 2012
Professional diploma, CBT, Merit
Democritus University of Thrace 2003 — 2008
PhD, Psychiatry, Excellent
Democritus University of Thrace -Alexandroupolis University Hospital, Greece. 1999 — 2005
CCT, General adult psychiatry
University of Ioannina Medical School, Greece. 2000 — 2004
MSc, Principles and Applications of Social Psychiatry, Excellent
Democritus University of Thrace
Experience
Inpatients & HTT - Surrey & Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust April 2014 - Present
The Open University November 2013 - October 2014
Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust August 2011 - March 2014
Avon and Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust September 2010 - August 2011
Psychiatric Hospital August 2006 - August 2010
Democritus University of Thrace, Greece. May 2003 - June 2008
Private practice 2005 - 2006
Democritus University of Thrace November 1999 - December 2004
Skills
Mental Health Counseling, Nursing, Clinical Research, Dual Diagnosis, Psychological Assessment, Psychiatry, Treatment, Clinical Supervision, Mindfulness, Psychotherapy, CBT, Neuropsychology, Forensic Psychiatry, Healthcare, Psychopharmacology, Mental Health, Neurology, Life Transitions, Counseling Psychology, Medical Education, Adolescent Psychiatry, Stress Management, Anger Management, Psychodynamic..., Neuroscience, Family Therapy, EMDR, Therapists, Group Therapy, Stress, Motivational..., Post Traumatic Stress, Medicine, Addiction Psychiatry, Clinical Psychology, Community Mental Health, Geriatric Psychiatry, Forensic Psychology, Treatment of depression, Psychoanalysis, Child Psychiatry, Adolescents, Prevention, Psychology, Adults, Behavioral Health, Psychological Testing, Interventions, Cognition, Hospitals
Dr Stephan Natynczuk
Fresh air, fresh thinking, fresh future. Uniquely blending solutionfocused coaching and counselling with adventure.
Professional Training & Coaching
Education
University of Worcester 2015 — 2016
Executive MBA Leadership and Management, Enjoying it immensely!
University of Worcester 2013 — 2015
Postgraduate Diploma in Management Studies
BRIEF 2011 — 2012
Solution Focused Brief Therapy
The Open University 1997 — 1999
PGCE, Science
Oxford University 1986 — 1990
Doctor of Philosophy, Animal behaviour and semiochemistry
King's College London, U. of London 1983 — 1985
Biochemistry
Kingston University 1978 — 1981
Applied Science, Biochemical Analysis
Stopsley High School, Luton, and Luton Sixth Form College.
Experience
Refresh - Coaching September 2014 - Present
The My Big Adventure Trust September 2014 - Present
My Big Adventure CIC 1993 - Present
Skills
Executive Coaching, Youth Development, Change Management, Staff Development, Adventure, Training practitioners..., Program Facilitation, Experiential Education, Business Coaching, Personal Development, Canoe expeditions and..., Entrepreneurship, Team Building, Mountaineering, Emotional Intelligence, Adventure Travel, Preventing burnout in..., Adventure Therapy, Experiential Learning, Canoeing, Coaching, Teaching, Interventions, Rock Climbing, Workshop Facilitation, Adventure Education, Leadership, Employee Engagement, Cave Leader training, Action Learning, Business Strategy, Expedition training, Fundraising, Business training for..., Solution Focused Brief..., Kayak, Solution Focused, Therapists, Outdoor Education, Training, Mountain Leader, Marketing Strategy, Bespoke business..., Outdoor Recreation, Outdoors, Solution-focused..., Leadership Development, Ski, Training Delivery, Counseling Psychology
Dr Tina Rae
Professional and Academic tutor at University of East London
Writing and Editing
Education
University of East London 2007 — 2010
Doctorate in Applied Educational and Child Psychology, Psychology
Institute of Education London 2001 — 2002
Msc, Professional Educational Psychology
The Open University 1997 — 1999
Dip Psych, Psychology
The Open University 1996 — 1998
MA(Ed), Education and special needs
UCL 1994 — 1995
RSADipSpLD, Specific Learning Difficulties
University of Surrey 1984 — 1985
PGCE, Education
University of Warwick 1980 — 1983
BA(Hons), Philosophy and Literature
London College of Music 1979 — 1980
ALCM, Singing
Experience
University of East London September 2010 - Present
Training and consultancy September 1999 - Present
Ealing Special educational needs service for schools September 1995 - August 2001
Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea September 1993 - August 1995
London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham September 1985 - August 1993
Skills
Mental Health, Emotional Intelligence, Published Author, Speakers, Academia, Child Development, Stress Management, Career Counseling, Psychological Assessment, Personal Development, Motivational..., Teacher Training, Organizational..., Curriculum Design, Research Design, Training, Public Speaking, Educational Psychology, Training Delivery, Coaching, Leadership Development, Lecturing, Instructional Design, University Teaching, Teaching, SPSS, Educational Leadership, Psychometrics, Staff Development, Educational Technology, Classroom, Clinical Research, Editing, Psychology, Qualitative Research, E-Learning, Curriculum Development, Career Development, Tutoring, trainer, Adult Education, Learning Disabilities, Adolescents, Research, Higher Education, CBT, Special Education, Interventions, Executive Coaching, Early Childhood...
Dr Ute Navidi
Independent International Consultant; editor; public speaker; writer; sociologist
Nonprofit Organization Management
Education
Birkbeck, U. of London 1991 — 1996
Ph.D., Political Sociology
The Open University 2000 — 2003
Professional Certificate (Management), Management (Open University Business School)
City University London 1975 — 1978
B.Sc. Hons., Sociology and Economics
Experience
Institute of Imagination May 2015 - Present
British Council May 2015 - Present
International Play Association February 2015 - Present
MDPI November 2013 - Present
European Commission 2003 - Present
Hillingdon Play Association September 2013 - Present
Freelance 2012 - Present
International Play Association June 2005 - Present
London South Bank Uni. Weeks Centre for Social & Policy Research, Research Project Advisory Grp January 2004 - Present
Tokyo Play March 2012 - Present
Skills
Leadership, Editing, Strategy, Child Abuse Prevention, Fundraising, Project Planning, Training, Business Strategy, Strategic Communications, Event Planning, International Event..., NGOs, Policy Analysis, Qualitative Research, Charities, Corporate Social..., Community Development, Analysis, Workshop Facilitation, Evaluation, Stakeholder Engagement, International..., Public Sector, Research, Board Governance, International Networking, Social Entrepreneurship, Leadership Development, Change Management, Event Management, Sustainability, Project Management, Volunteer Management, Public Speaking, Non-profits, Writing, Report Writing, Impact Evaluation, Community Engagement, Strategic Planning, Business Planning, Organizational..., Policy, Public Policy, Diversity & Inclusion, Capacity Building, Program Management, Nonprofits, Proposal Writing, European Union
Dr Vladimir (Vlad) Sljapic
UK based, MBA qualified head of EMEA business unit of a large inkjet printing equipment manufacturer
Industrial Automation
Education
The Open University 2005 — 2010
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Business Administration, Management and Operations
The University of Birmingham 1999 — 2005
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Nanotechnology
The University of Birmingham 1998 — 1999
Master of Science (MS), Engineering/Industrial Management
Univerzitet u Novom Sadu 1992 — 1998
Bachelor of Engineering (BEng), Mechanical Engineering
Experience
Domino Printing Sciences November 2009 - Present
Domino Printing Sciences July 2007 - November 2009
Domino Printing Sciences April 2006 - July 2007
Domino Printing Sciences August 2004 - April 2006
University of Birmingham October 2000 - October 2003
Skills
Solution Selling, Business Planning, Multilingual, International Business, Strategic Leadership, Management, Sales Operations, Continuous Improvement, Variable Data Printing, Leadership Development, Change Management, Start-ups, Global Talent..., Negotiation, Engineering, International Sales, Capital Raising, Cross-cultural Teams, Product Marketing, Product Management, Marketing Strategy, International..., Business Development, Nanotechnology, Strategic Planning, Contract Negotiation, Digital Printing, Sales, Account Management, B2B, Sales Management, Team Management, Sales Process, Capital Equipment, Leadership, MBA, Operations Management, New Business Development, Project Management, Team Leadership, Marketing Management, Strategy, Key Account Management, Organizational..., Talent Management, Manufacturing, Inkjet, Business Strategy, Cross-functional Team..., Building High...
Dr Zoë Cookson
♣ Providing project, change and commissioning solutions to the public and third sector ♣ Interim Manager ♣
Management Consulting
Education
The University of Birmingham
BSocSci, Political Science, First Class
University of Warwick
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Politics
The Open University
Postgraduate Certificate in Humanities, English, Distinction
Coventry University
Diploma in Public Services Leadership
The University of Birmingham
Postgraduate Certificate in Health Care Commissioning
Experience
ZJC Change Management Ltd. 2013 - Present
Worcestershire County Council September 2010 - March 2013
Worcestershire County Council September 2009 - August 2010
Worcestershire County Council January 2007 - September 2009
Worcestershire County Council June 2005 - December 2006
South Worcestershire Community Safety Partnership 2003 - 2005
Worcester City Council 2000 - 2003
Skills
Public Sector, Stakeholder Management, Research, Management, Program Management, Staff Management, Leadership, Performance Management, Local Government, Strategy, Service Design, Corporate Governance, Establishing Strategic..., Budgets, Private Sector, Project Planning, Commissioning, Change Management, Partnership-building, Managing Project Budgets, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Governance, Mentoring Of Staff, Project Management
Dr. Adrian Sommer
Education
Rochville University
PhD, Biology
Nottingham University 2000 — 2002
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Environmental Biology
The Open University 1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Natural Sciences
IBN 2005 — 2007
Baubiologe, Baubiologie / Oekologie
Diverse Weiterbildungen 2002 — 2013
Zertifizierungen, IT, Business, Design und Architektur, Naturwissenschaften
Experience
Automotive Training & Consulting April 2015 - Present
Wirth EDV Beratung OHG April 2011 - April 2015
pLANBAR 2006 - April 2013
ConFexx December 2007 - April 2011
COLPOS 2003 - 2006
CENSA 2004 - 2005
Rothamsted Research 2002 - 2005
Skills
Veränderungsmanagement, Unternehmensplanung, Strategische Planung, Strategisches Management, Kontinuierliche..., Programmmanagement, Kundenzufriedenheit, Marketingstrategie, Teamführung, Unternehmensstrategie, Projektmanagement, IT Service Management, Produktionsmanagement, Consulting, Unternehmensführung, CMMI certification, Kundendienst, Change Management, Project Management, Scientific Research, Quality Assurance, Construction Management, Program Management
Dr. Alan Hayes
Associate Dean (Learning and Teaching) at University of Bath
Education Management
Education
The Open University 2005 — 2014
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Computer Science
Brunel University 1989 — 1991
Master's Degree
University of Essex 1981 — 1984
Bachelor's Degree
Our Lady's High School
Experience
University of Bath August 2013 - Present
University of Bath May 2008 - July 2013
University of Wales, Newport August 2006 - April 2008
University of Wales, Newport August 2005 - July 2006
University of Wales, Newport March 1999 - July 2005
University of Wales, Newport November 1997 - February 1999
London South Bank University September 1995 - October 1997
London South Bank University January 1992 - August 1995
GEC-Marconi September 1984 - December 1991
Skills
International..., Data Analysis, Lecturing, Algorithms, Higher Education, Qualitative Research, Teacher Training, Leadership, Educational Research, LaTeX, Social Sciences, International Education, Research, Distance Learning, Curriculum Development, Training, Academia, Programming, Educational Technology, Staff Development, Teaching, Adult Education, E-Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, Student Recruiting, Educational Leadership, Science, Computer Science, University Teaching, Instructional Design, Curriculum Design, Courses, Student Engagement, Theory, Student Affairs, Academic Administration, Pedagogy, Moodle
Dr. Andrew Power
Head of Film, Arts and Creative Technology. Tweets as @CyberAndrew
Education Management
Education
The Open University 2014 — 2016
Master's Degree, Art History
Queen's University Belfast 2008 — 2013
DGov, Governance
University of Oxford 2012 — 2012
Certificate, Art History
Athlone Institute of Technology 2010 — 2011
Certificate, Teaching and Learning
Institute of Public Administration 2007 — 2008
NUI Cert, Civil Service & State Agencies
Dublin Institute of Technology 2005 — 2008
PgDip(Mus), Music
University of Strathclyde 1990 — 1993
MBA
Trinity College, Dublin 1993 — 1993
Master of Arts (MA)
Dublin Institute of Technology 1984 — 1988
Dip(Eng) BSc(Eng), Engineering
The High School, Rathgar 1978 — 1984
Experience
IADT: Dun Laoghaire Institute of Art, Design and Technology September 2012 - Present
Furious Tribe May 2011 - December 2012
IADT: Dun Laoghaire Institute of Art, Design and Technology January 2005 - August 2012
National College of Ireland September 2007 - August 2011
SmartForce June 1996 - December 2004
Intel June 1994 - May 1996
Digital Equipment Corporation September 1988 - May 1994
Skills
Training, Lecturing, Public Administration, Social Media, Project Management, Leadership, Educational Technology, Staff Development, Qualitative Research, Instructional Design, Start-ups, Blended Learning, Nonprofits, E-Learning, Public Policy, Multimedia, Business Planning, Academic Writing, CRM, Entrepreneurship, Change Management, University Teaching, Higher Education, Teaching, Strategic Planning, Project Planning, Research, Distance Learning, Management
Dr. Anne Kennelly
Teacher at Kerry ETB (Education & Training Board)
Primary/Secondary Education
Education
National University of Ireland, Maynooth
Doctor of Education (EdD), Adult and Community Education
The Open University
Master of Arts in Education, Adult Learning & Training, Language & Literac, Developing Inclusive Curricula
Vancouver Art Therapy Institute
Advanced Diploma in Art Therapy for people with a Masters Degree, Art Therapy
Experience
none September 2007 - Present
Kerry ETB February 2000 - Present
Kerry ETB February 2000 - Present
Skills
Creative Arts, Mindfulness, Art, Art Therapy, Group Therapy, Counseling Psychology, Adolescents, Play Therapy
Dr. Charles Mount
Project Archaeologist & EIS Consultant with 20 years’ experience of heritage assessment
Architecture & Planning
Education
University College Dublin 2010 — 2010
Diploma in EIA and SEA Management, Environmental Impact Assessment, Strategic Environmental Assessment, Planning
The Open University 2000 — 2003
MBA, Management
University College Dublin 1992 — 1997
Ph.D., Archaeology
University College Dublin 1987 — 1989
MA, Archaeology
University College Dublin 1984 — 1987
BA, Archaeology, Greek and Roman Civilization
Experience
Bord na Móna December 2009 - Present
Dr. Charles Mount Heritage Services September 2009 - Present
Irish Concrete Federation July 2003 - Present
The Heritage Council June 1996 - July 2003
The Archaeological Survey of Ireland 1991 - 1996
University College Dublin 1989 - 1991
Skills
Blogging, Environmental Consulting, Field Work, Conservation Issues, Research, Project Coordination, Expert Witness, Impact Assessment, Consultancy, Tender Management, Teamwork, Procurement, Environmental Science, Cultural Heritage, Mitigation, Historic Preservation, GPS, Tenders, Cultural Resource..., Contract Management, Report Writing, Knowledge Management, History, ArcGIS, Time Management, Archaeology, Environmental Impact..., Budgeting, Project Planning, GIS, Environmental, Excavation, Environmental Awareness, Committees, Group Presentations
Dr. Chris Tansell
KS3 CoOrdinator of Computing and ICT
Education Management
Education
The Open University 2009 — 2013
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), ICT in Education
The Open University 2006 — 2009
Master's degree, ICT in Education
Cardiff High School 2007 — 2008
GTP Programme, Secondary Education and Teaching
Newport University 2006 — 2007
PGCE, Delivery of the Baccalaurate
Newport University 2004 — 2007
PGCE, Secondary Education and Teaching
Microsoft 1999 — 2005
MCSE and MCP, Server 2000 / 2003
Buxton University 2001 — 2004
Bachelor of Science (BS), Mathematics and Computer Science, 1:2
Experience
Ousedale School September 2008 - Present
Ousedale School March 2014 - Present
Cardiff High School September 2007 - August 2008
Tonypandy Community College September 2002 - September 2007
Fairbridge August 1999 - August 2002
Fairbridge January 1998 - July 1999
Skills
Microsoft Office, Programming in Visual..., Educational Leadership, Curriculum Design, Networking, Programming in HTML, Programming in COBOL, Programming in 8086, Staff Development, Programming in C and C++, Programming in Pascal, E-Learning, MCSE 2003, MCP, Teaching, Curriculum Development
Dr. Christine Millward
Head of Student Achievement at Southampton Solent University
Higher Education
Education
The Open University 2011 — 2014
Doctororate of Education (EdD)
Open University 1999 — 2001
MAEd (Leadership & Management)
Experience
Southampton Solent Uni October 1992 - Present
Plessey Aerospace (GEC) February 1988 - October 1992
Womens Royal Naval Service (WRNS) June 1979 - October 1987
Dr. Christoph von Gamm
CEO IT Outsourcing and High Technology Executive Search and Consulting
Information Technology and Services
Education
INSEAD 2004 — 2004
CEP AEP Postgraduate, Business and Administration
Europa-Universität Viadrina Frankfurt (Oder) 2010 — 2010
Dr. phil., Interkulturelle Wirtschaftskommunikation
University of Portsmouth 2009 — 2010
MA, Sales Management
The Open University 1997 — 2001
MBA, Business Administration and Management, General
Technische Universität München 1990 — 1995
Master of Science / Dipl.-Ing Univ., Elektro- und Informationstechnik
Experience
vonGammCom Global April 2012 - Present
Cybertrue Capital Partners January 2015 - Present
European University January 2014 - January 2015
Capgemini May 2008 - March 2012
IBM January 2006 - March 2008
IBM September 2003 - December 2005
IBM January 2001 - August 2003
IBM R&D January 2000 - March 2001
IBM April 1995 - December 1999
Skills
Central Europe, MBA, Sales Management, Organizational..., Crisis Management, International Business, Selling, Contract Negotiations, Outsourcing, Turnaround, Contract Negotiation, Restructuring, Offshoring, Forecasting, Mergers, Strategy, Business Development, IT Strategy, Account Management, Sales Process, Joint Ventures, Turnaround Experience, Western Europe, Strategic Planning, P&L, Consultative Selling, International Management, People Management, Crisis Communications, Service Delivery, Negotiation, Middle East, Outsourcing Management, New Business Development, Change Management, Key Account Management, Integration, BPO, Business Strategy, Global Business..., Due Diligence, P&L Management, SLA, Strategic Sourcing, Direct Sales, Executive Search, Management Consulting, Start-ups, Israel, Coaching
Dr. Dean J. Wilkinson
Senior Lecturer in Forensic Psychology / Program Lead MSc Applied Psychology at University of Worcester
Higher Education
Education
Birmingham City University 2007 — 2012
PhD, Psychology
The Open University 2008 — 2010
Dip Psych (Open), Psychology, with Endorsement
Birmingham City University 2004 — 2007
BA(Hons), Psychology and Sociology, First Class Honours
Experience
University of Worcester November 2013 - Present
University of Worcester August 2011 - November 2013
University of Bedfordshire September 2010 - August 2011
Birmingham City University September 2008 - October 2010
Skills
Statistics, Research, Lecturing, Higher Education, SPSS, Mental Health, Theory, Forensic Psychology, Quantitative Research, Academic Writing, Criminal Law, Teaching, Psychology, Research Design, Qualitative Research, University Teaching
Dr. Deepak Sankhla
Clinical Psychologist at South Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (SEPT)
Hospital & Health Care
Education
Royal Holloway, University of London 2011 — 2014
Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, Clinical Psychology
The Open University 2007 — 2010
Master of Science (MSc), Psychological Research Methods
Anglia Ruskin University 2009 — 2010
Post-Graduate Certificate, Low Intensity Psychological Therapies, Pass
University of Reading 2003 — 2006
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Psychology and Biology (Joint Honours), 2.1
Experience
South Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (SEPT) January 2015 - Present
Camden and Islington NHS Foundation Trust September 2011 - September 2014
North East London NHS Foundation Trust August 2010 - September 2011
Cambridgeshire and Peterborough CCG April 2009 - April 2010
South Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust April 2008 - April 2009
Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust September 2007 - March 2008
Skills
Neuropsychology, Neuropsychological..., Interventions, Cognitive Assessment, SPSS, Mindfulness, Psychotherapy, Anger Management, Cognitive Analytic..., Treatment, Clinical Research, Adult Mental Health, Mental Health Counseling, Psychological..., Mental Health, Clinical Supervision, Group Therapy, Crisis Intervention, Psychodynamic..., Phobias, Health Psychology, Stress Management, Clinical Psychology, Psychological Testing, Psychological Assessment, Treatment of depression, CBT, Psychology, Self-esteem, Motivational..., Psychological Research, Therapists
Dr. Deirdre Hughes OBE
Principal Research Fellow
Research
Education
University of Derby 2005 — 2008
PhD, The UK Evidence Base for Careers Work
The Open University 1995 — 1998
Masters' degree in Education, Employment and Unemployment STudies
University West of England 1986 — 1987
Dip C.G, Career Guidance
Experience
British Journal of Guidance and Counselling January 2015 - Present
DfE/CfBT September 2014 - Present
Warwick Institute for Employment Research 2012 - Present
European Lifelong Guidance Policy Network February 2011 - Present
UK Commission for Employment & Skills 2011 - Present
University of Edinburgh 2011 - Present
DMH and Associates Ltd. May 2008 - Present
Institute of Career Guidance November 2009 - November 2011
iCeGS April 1998 - May 2008
Skills
Employee Training, European Union, Management Development, Personal Development, Performance Management, Career Counseling, Public Speaking, Report Writing, Psychometrics, Culture Change, Job Coaching, Adult Education, Research, Change Management, Government, Management Consulting, Governance, Higher Education, Training the Trainers, Executive Coaching, Stakeholder Engagement, Qualitative Research, E-Learning, Public Policy, Organizational..., Community Engagement, Public Sector, Workshop Facilitation, Nonprofits, Lecturing, Private Sector, Training, Job Search Strategies, MBTI, Stakeholder Management, Experienced Trainer, Coaching, Teaching, Career Development, Strategy, Leadership, Leadership Development, Policy Analysis, Staff Development, Policy, Local Government, Resume Writing, Interviews, Career Management, Training Delivery
Dr. Elizabeth O'Brien
Partner at O'Brien Private Office
Individual & Family Services
Education
The Open University 2014 — 2014
Post graduate study, Contemporary Issues in Science Education, Pass with merit
University of Liverpool 1997 — 2001
PhD, Biochemistry
Experience
Open University February 2013 - Present
O'Brien Private Office January 2011 - Present
Dr. Els De Geest
Consultant in Mathematics Education; Monitoring, Evaluation and Impact
Education Management
Education
The Open University
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Mathematics Education
The Open University
PGCE, Secondary Mathematics
The Open University
BSc(Hon), Mathematics
The Open University
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Open Degree
Experience
De Geest Consultancy April 2013 - Present
National Numeracy August 2014 - Present
The Open University - TESS-India Project October 2012 - Present
The Open University - PGCE 2004 - Present
University of Brighton 2013 - Present
National Centre for Excellence in the Teaching of Mathematics (NCETM) 2007 - Present
The Big Thinking Company June 2013 - Present
The Open University - T-Tel Ghana Project December 2014 - June 2015
The Open University - GEC project Sierra Leone April 2014 - April 2015
The Open University 2009 - April 2013
Skills
Mathematics, Monitoring & Evaluation, Lecturing, Educational Leadership, Leadership, Pedagogy, Adult Education, Multilingual, Secondary Education, Curriculum Design, Coaching, Higher Education, Educational Technology, University Teaching, Public Speaking, Curriculum Development, Research, Courses, Customer Service, Distance Learning, Multicultural, Staff Development, Tutoring, Dutch, Learning Management, Mathematics Education, Academic Writing, Professional..., Change Management, E-Learning, Consultants, Teaching, Training, Theory, Teacher Training, Leadership Development
Dr. Freda Owusu
Information Technology and Services
Education
The Open University
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
University of Cambridge 2003 — 2005
Master's degree
Ifs School of Finance
PGCHE
City University (GB)
Master of Science (MSc)
University of Buckingham
B.A. (Hons)
Dr. Frédéric Culot
IT Consultant at Clearstream
Computer Software
Education
The Open University 2009 — 2013
MBA, Distinction
The Open University 2011 — 2012
Postgraduate Certificate in Innovation and Knowledge Management, Merit
The Open University 2009 — 2010
Postgraduate Certificate in Business Administration, Merit
Université Joseph Fourier (Grenoble I) 2001 — 2004
Doctorate, Computer modeling applied to Physics
Experience
Logos / Clearstream March 2011 - Present
FreeBSD October 2010 - Present
KPMG October 2010 - February 2011
Intrasoft International November 2008 - October 2010
Mediametrie-eStat January 2007 - November 2008
SII / Air France April 2005 - January 2007
Skills
Mac OS X, CVS, Perl, Autotools, Linux, Subversion, Apache, HTML, Databases, CSS, OOP, C++, Software Development, SQLite, Unix, JavaScript, C, SQL, GNU Make, Python, Programming, Shell Scripting, Open Source, FreeBSD, Gdb, Operating Systems, Unix Shell Scripting, Java, Bash, MySQL, ClearCase, Gprof, Tomcat, GCC, Eclipse
Dr. Ibrahim Alzaaydi Alotaibi
PhD in Marketing Management
Marketing and Advertising
Education
The University of Hull 2010 — 2015
PhD, Marketing Communications
Leadership Management International Institution 2009 — 2009
Certification, Leadership Through Personal Goal Setting
University of Surrey 2008 — 2009
MSc, International Marketing Management, Honour, received Merit for my thesis
Arab Open University 2003 — 2008
BA, Business Administration - Systems, Honour
The Open University 2003 — 2008
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Systems Science and Theory, Honour
ALELQA Training Center 2007 — 2007
Certification, How to Make Good Presentation, 5 days workshop
Chamber of Commerce & Industry 2003 — 2003
Certification, Time Management, 5 days workshop
Institute of Public Administration 2000 — 2002
Diploma, Executive Secretary, Very Good
Skills
SPSS, Research, Business Strategy, Marketing Communications, Problem Solving, Event Management, Social Media, Team Leadership, Critical Thinking, Structural Equation..., Management Consulting, Market Research, Social Networking, Digital Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Self-driven, Strategic Planning, Data Analysis, Academic Writing, Public Speaking, Mobile Marketing, Leadership, Public Relations, Management, Strategy, Teamwork, Time Management
Dr. James Hoggett
Senior Lecturer in Criminology at University of the West of England
Higher Education
Education
University of Liverpool 2006 — 2009
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Crowd Psychology and Public Order Policing
University of Liverpool 2005 — 2006
Master of Science (MSc), Investigative Psychology, Distinction
The Open University 2003 — 2005
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Psychology, 2:1
University of Wales, Cardiff 1999 — 2001
BScEcon, Sociology, 2:1
Experience
University of the West of England February 2010 - Present
Skills
Teaching, Intelligence, Academic Writing, Psychology, Research Design, University Teaching, Lecturing, Research, Social Psychology, Science, Higher Education, Social Sciences, Criminology, Quantitative Research, Theory, Police, Adult Education, SPSS, Qualitative Research, Surveillance, Counterterrorism, Risk Assessment, Evidence, Literature Reviews, Sociology, E-Learning, Courses
Dr. John Campbell
Senior Lecturer in Nursing at University of Cumbria
Higher Education
Education
Lancaster University 1996 — 1998
MSc, Health Science
The Open University 1986 — 1991
BSc, Biology and health, 2.1
The Open University 1986 — 1990
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
York St. John University 1988 — 1989
Certificate in Education, Nurse Education, Good
Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine 1986 — 1986
Certificate in Tropical Diseases, Tropical Diseases
University of London 1982 — 1984
Diploma in Nursing
Lancaster University
Post Graduate Certificate in Pharmacology, Pharmacology, Good
Experience
NHS Senior lecturerUniversity of CumbriaSeptember 1992 - Present
University of Cumbria 1992 - Present
Dr. Jürgen Kramer
Geschäftsführer
Chemicals
Education
Technische Universität Kaiserslautern 2010 — 2011
Nano Biotechnologie
The Open University 1996 — 2000
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Technology Management
Universität Stuttgart 1973 — 1978
Promotion Dr. rer. nat., Quantenmechanik
Universität Stuttgart 1968 — 1973
Diplom Chemiker, Chemie, 1,5
Experience
Self-employed July 1999 - Present
Glunz AG July 1991 - July 1997
tesa August 1984 - June 1991
Balatros Gmbh & Co. KG June 1982 - July 1984
SONAX GmbH April 1979 - June 1982
Skills
Prozesstechnik, Technology Management, Oberflächentechnik, Klebetechnik, Anwendungstechnik, Unternehmensberatung
Dr. Kathleen Maitland
Programme Leader Mathematics at Birmingham City University
Education Management
Education
The Open University
PhD, Computing
Experience
Birmingham City University 2015 - Present
Birmingham City University September 2001 - Present
Faculty of Technology Engineering & Environment, A member of Birmingham City University 2001 - Present
Skills
Educational Technology, Data Analysis, Statistics, Curriculum Design, Big Data, E-Learning, Web Development, Distance Learning, Requirements Analysis, Lecturing, SAS, Programming, Research, Higher Education, Teaching, SAS JMP - teaching SAS..., University Teaching, Science, Analysis, CSS, Qualitative Research, Leadership
Dr. Lavinia Boyce
HR Consultant & Parttime Lecturer
Human Resources
Education
Queen's University Belfast 2003 — 2010
PhD, Management
Queen's University Belfast 2001 — 2003
CMCIPD, Diploma in HR Management
Queen's University Belfast 1989 — 1992
MSSC, Management
The Open University 1983 — 1989
Bachelor’s Degree, Biology & technology, 2.1 Hons
Experience
The Royal British Legion January 2011 - Present
QUB January 2011 - June 2011
PSNI December 1973 - September 2010
BAM 2006 - 2010
Skills
Interviews, Counseling Psychology, Training Delivery, Executive Coaching, Counselling, Talent Management, Conflict Resolution, Personal Development, Human Resources, Grievances, Coaching, Employment Law, Psychometrics, Organizational..., Recruiting, Employee Management, Change Management, Employee Relations, HR Consulting, Training, Employee Engagement, Workshop Facilitation, Performance Management, Management Development, Management, Personnel Management, Organizational..., Emotional Intelligence, Assessment Center, HRIS, Employee Training, Policy, MBTI, HR Policies, HR Strategy, Career Counseling, Leadership Development
Dr. Louise McKenna
Geschäftsführerin / Managing Director bei Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics GmbH
Hospital & Health Care
Education
The Open University 1999 — 2003
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Imperial College London 1992 — 1998
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Molecular Biochemistry
Sheffield Hallam University 1988 — 1992
BSc (Hons), Biomedizintechnik/Medizintechnik
Experience
Siemens July 2014 - Present
Siemens Healthcare October 2009 - June 2014
Siemens Healthcare October 2007 - October 2009
Siemens Healthcare October 2006 - October 2007
Siemens Healthcare October 2003 - October 2006
Siemens Healthcare March 2002 - October 2003
Siemens Healthcare February 2001 - March 2002
University of Erlangen-Nuremberg July 1998 - January 2001
Imperial College London September 1992 - July 1998
Eli Lilly and Company April 1992 - June 1992
Skills
Cross-functional Team..., Radiology, Genomics, Arthritis, team development, Service Management, Strategic Planning, Customer Service, Change Management, Product Management, Medical Devices, Healthcare, Training Delivery, Medical Imaging, Business Strategy, Process Improvement, Product Marketing, Project Management
Dr. Lynne Powell
Senior Lecturer, Sunderland University Business School, Sunderland, UK
Higher Education
Education
Northumbria University 2007 — 2010
DBA, Business Administration
The Open University 2001 — 2003
Post Graduate Certificate, Education
University of Leicester 1997 — 1999
MA, Law and Employee Relations
University of Portsmouth 1989 — 1991
PG Dip Personnel Management, Personnel Management
Tudhoe Grange Secondary School, Spennymoor 1966 — 1971
Experience
University of Sunderland 2014 - Present
New College Durham February 2014 - June 2014
Newcastle Business School, University of Northumbria September 2003 - January 2014
National Probation Service, Teesside April 2001 - September 2003
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Magistrates' Courts Committee November 1984 - April 2001
Skills
Quantitative Research, Creative Problem Solving, Higher Education, Leadership Development, Staff Development, Teaching, Innovator, Qualitative Research, University Teaching, Training, Team Oriented, Project Planning, Lecturing, Human Resources, Research, Time Management, Personnel Management, Policy, Public Speaking, Team-oriented, Organizational..., Management
Dr. Margaret Evans
Company Director of a MultiLingual Reading Scheme and soft toy designer at Marco the Malta Bus Ltd
Education Management
Education
Institute of Education 2003 — 2004
Professional Educational Psychology (Msc), Developmental and Child Psychology
University of Hertfordshire 2000 — 2003
Master of Science (MSc), Research of Child Psychology
University of Middlesex 1999 — 2001
Work Based IT (BA), Quanitative and Qualitative reasearch into Developmental and Child Psychology, First Class Honours
The Open University 1996 — 2001
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Psychology, 2:1
Queens College Harley Street 1968 — 1970
A levels, A levels Physics, Chemistry and Music
Queenswood 1960 — 1968
GCSEs, O levels
Queenswood School Herts 1960 — 1968
Dr of applied educational psychology, International School Improvement Programmes and a solution focused approach
Experience
Sellum Psychology Warrant MPPB 127 July 2013 - Present
Marco the Malta Bus Ltd 2013 - Present
Southend Borough Council Psychology Department November 2009 - Present
University of East London 2005 - 2012
Essex County Council September 2004 - December 2009
Skills
numeracy improvement, Psychological Testing, Curriculum Design, Public Speaking, Psychometrics, Early Childhood..., Leadership Development, Autism Spectrum..., Staff Development, Cognition, Workshop Facilitation, Higher Education, Adolescents, Child Development, Educational Psychology, literacy improvement, Learning Disabilities, Teaching, Psychology, whole school improvement, Educational Leadership, Special Education, advice about ASD, Interventions, Research, Personal Development, Psychological Assessment
Dr. Mark de Valk
Programme Leader Film Prod University of Winchester
Motion Pictures and Film
Education
Oxford Brookes University
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Film Practice
The Open University
MA Cultural & Media Studies
University of Plymouth
CERT-ED - PCET, Post-Compulsory Education & Training
Sheridan College
Media Arts, Film & Television
Experience
The University of Winchester July 2014 - Present
Southampton Solent University October 2004 - July 2014
Skills
Feature Films, Screenwriting, Camera, Short Films, Directing, Film, Editing, HD Video, Lecturing, Camera Operating, Final Cut Pro, Post Production, Video Editing, Television, Cinematography, Video Production, Producing, Director,..., Media Production, Documentaries, Film Production
Dr. Markus Neumayer, PG Dip Bus Admin (Open)
Managing Consultant, Associate IT Architect at IBM Global Services
Information Technology and Services
Education
The Open University Business School 2014 — 2015
Business Administration and Management, General, Master of Business Administration (MBA)
The Open University Business School 2013 — 2014
Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management, General, Master of Business Administration (MBA)
The Open University 2012 — 2013
Postgraduate Certificate in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management, General, Master of Business Administration (MBA)
TU Munich 1987 — 1996
Dr. rer. nat., Inorganic Chemistry
Experience
IBM Global Services August 2002 - Present
PwC Consulting October 2001 - August 2002
3M ESPE AG August 2000 - September 2001
3M ESPE AG May 1999 - July 2000
Novartis May 1997 - April 1999
Skills
Regulatory Requirements, IT Architecture, Swift, Enterprise Content..., Regulatory Documentation, Architectures, Chemistry, Business Analysis, Defect Management, Project Management, Intercultural Awareness, Intercultural..., Strategy, Business Process, System Architecture, Project Planning, Salesforce.com..., IT Strategy, Objective-C, Salesforce.com..., Corporate Finance, Social Media, Consulting, Document Management, IT Governance, OS X, IBM BPM, Salesforce.com, Business Process..., E-commerce, Documentum, IBM Connections, Architecture, Solution Architecture, Requirements Analysis, Governance, Salesforce.com..., Business Process..., Social Networking...
Dr. Mathias Knappe
Head of Integration & Validation Hybrid & eDrive
Automotive
Education
Universität Hohenheim 2010 — 2014
Doctor, Economics of Innovation
ESB Business School 2006 — 2008
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
Baden-Wuerttemberg Cooperative State University 2003 — 2006
Diploma, Industrial Engineering and Management
The Open University 2003 — 2006
Bachelor's Degree, Business Engineering
Experience
MBtech Group GmbH & Co. KGaA July 2014 - Present
MBtech Group GmbH & Co. KGaA July 2012 - June 2014
MBtech Consulting GmbH (Daimler AG) January 2010 - June 2012
MBtech Consulting GmbH (Daimler AG) July 2007 - December 2009
Daimler AG October 2003 - September 2006
Skills
Innovation Management, Collaborative R&D, Organizational Learning, Strategic Management, Strategic Planning, Economics of Innovation, Management, Innovation Policy, Strategy, Management Consulting, Continuous Improvement, Automotive Engineering, Automotive, Patent Analysis, Sustainable Development, Manufacturing, Lean Manufacturing, Business Strategy, Product Development, Technology Management, Process Improvement, Project Management, Consulting, Evolutionary Economics, Hybrid & E-Drive, Cooperative Learning
Dr. Oleg Konovalov, DBA, MBA
Director at Wren Publications Ltd
Food & Beverages
Education
University of Durham 2007 — 2011
DBA, macroeconomics
The Open University 2005 — 2007
MBA, Strategy, Supply Chain
The Open University 2004 — 2005
Dip Management
Experience
Wren Publications Ltd April 2014 - Present
Durham Business School January 2012 - Present
Durham University Business School October 2010 - Present
Nord Fresh Ltd. September 2011 - December 2013
PSTGU, IPGS, RANK September 2010 - December 2013
SeaForce June 2006 - July 2010
Icebrit Limited, UK July 1997 - June 2006
Russian and British organisations 1988 - 1997
Skills
Cultural Diversity, Relationship Management, Business Strategy, Cultural Awareness, Organisational Anatomy, Management Consulting, Leadership, Organizational..., Strategic Planning, Customer Service, Management, Recruiting, Start-ups, Human Resources, Strategic Thinking, Change Management, Training, Trust Building, Performance Improvement, Marketing Strategy, Performance Management, Entrepreneurship, Business Planning, Strategy, Building Relationships
Dr. Paul Bristol, PhD.
Reiki Practioner
Alternative Medicine
Education
The Open University 1998 — 2007
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), History, A
Experience
Self-employed August 2010 - Present
Systems Maintenance Ireland Ltd. June 1988 - June 2005
Skills
Holistic Health, Stress, Pain Management, Healing, Wellness, Alternative Medicine, Reiki
Dr. Peter Hipkiss
Lately Senior Academic (Course Director Business and Management Degree) at Birmingham City University (now retired)
Higher Education
Education
Birmingham City University
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Education Management
Aston University
Master's Degree, Operational Research and Systems Analysis
The Open University
Bachelor's Degree
Experience
Birmingham City University. August 2009 - Present
Birmingham City University February 2014 - September 2014
Skills
Public Speaking, Leadership Development, Curriculum Development, research, Academic Writing, Statistics, University Teaching, Courses, Research, Adult Education, Higher Education, Distance Learning, Qualitative Research, Theory, Curriculum Design, E-Learning, Lecturing, Staff Development, Public Relations, Coaching, Management, Teaching, Marketing Communications, Research Design, Teamwork, Event Management
Dr. Philip Cheung
Leader, Catalyst Network at Age UK Newcastle
Higher Education
Education
University of Southampton, UK 1987 — 1991
PhD, Phenomenology
University of Southampton 1980 — 1981
MA(Ed), Educational Researchand Innovations, Merit
The Open University 1974 — 1979
BA, Biological Sciences
Experience
Age UK Newcastle March 2013 - Present
KeyRing, Chair, Integrated Governance Group. January 2011 - March 2013 January 2011 - Present
KeyRing http://media02.linkedin.com/mpr/mpr/shrink_40_40/p/3/000/0ab/26e/19d687d.png August 2009 - Present
Newcastle Citizens Advice Bureau May 2005 - July 2009
Marie Curie Hospice, Newcastle upon Tyne, Uk July 2005 - July 2008
Marie Curie Cancer Care 2005 - 2008
The NHS Retained Organs Commission, April 2001 - March 2004
Universitybof Navarra, Pamplona, Spain January 2000 - March 2004
University of Durham, UK October 1995 - March 2004
The Further Education Funding Council, UK September 1993 - August 1997
Skills
Research Design, Personnel Assessment, health research,..., interpersonal, Research, data collection and..., in-depth interview..., General Administration, Meeting Management, Organizational..., thesis supervision for..., writing research..., Innovation, Personnel Supervision, Conference Organisation, Budget Management, Research Project..., Survey Research, Mentoring
Dr. Sabrina Cohen-Hatton
Deputy Assistant Commissioner at London Fire Brigade
Public Safety
Education
Cardiff University / Prifysgol Caerdydd 2010 — 2013
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Behavioral neuroscience
The Open University 2005 — 2009
1:1, Psychology (BSc Hons)
Middlesex University 2003 — 2005
MA, International Fire Service Development
Bassaleg Comprehensive
Experience
London Fire Brigade January 2015 - Present
Cardiff University January 2010 - Present
Chief Fire Officers Association (CFOA) April 2014 - February 2015
South Wales Fire and Rescue Service September 2001 - January 2015
National Operational Guidance Programme (LFB) October 2013 - April 2014
Welsh Government April 2012 - May 2013
Young Dragons February 2011 - April 2012
South Wales Fire and Rescue Service September 2001 - January 2011
Skills
Hazardous Materials, Fire Management, Public Safety, Strategic Planning, Stakeholder Management, Training Delivery, Community Engagement, Incident Command, CBRN, Change Management, Management, Training, Teaching, Emergency Planning, Team Leadership, In Vivo, Risk Assessment, Public Speaking, Stakeholder Engagement, Neuroscience, Command, Disaster Response, Emergency Services, Leadership, Policy, Research, First Responder, Program Management, Safety Management..., First Aid, Performance Management, Fire Safety, Operations Management, Crisis Management, Occupational Health, Leadership Development, Project Planning, Firefighting, Preparedness, Public Sector, Rescue, Strategy, Organizational..., Risk Management, Team Building, Coaching, Government, Project Management, Emergency Management, Investigation
Dr. Sherif Shaban
A confident, influential, highly adaptable and very experienced senior Interim Manager and management coach.
Management Consulting
Education
The Open University 2006 — 2010
MBA
Assiut University 1980 — 1988
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.), Medizin, M.B.B.Ch
The Open University 1992 — 1995
Bachelor's Degree, Computer-/IT-Verwaltung und -Management
Studiengemeinschaft - Darmstadt 1988 — 1989
Hardware developer, Microcomputer and processor technic
Experience
Interim Manager Online Limited January 1990 - Present
Interim Manager Online Limited January 2015 - September 2015
Festo Didactic GmbH & Co.KG April 2014 - September 2014
Festo Didactic GmbH & Co.KG November 2013 - February 2014
Hewlett Packard GmbH August 2013 - October 2013
Hewlett Packard GmbH August 2011 - August 2013
Siemens IT Solutions March 2011 - July 2011
Finance & Tourism Ministries June 2006 - December 2010
Microsoft Deutschland GmbH February 2006 - May 2006
Nile Phone Ltd. October 2003 - February 2006
Skills
Team Management, Service Management, Escalations Management, New Business Development, Business Analysis, IT Management, Business Strategy, E-business Consulting, Team Leadership, IT Audit, Change Management, Marketing Strategy, Program Management, CRM, ITIL, Business Coaching, Strategy, Operational Risk..., Business Intelligence, Business Planning, Enterprise IT..., PMO set-up, Training, PRINCE2, Gap Analysis, Executive Coaching, Agile Project Management, E-business, Crisis Intervention, PMO Development, E-commerce Consulting, IT Infrastructure..., Project Portfolio..., Process Management, PMO Design, Crisis Management, Interim Management, E-commerce, IT Outsourcing, Business Process..., Critical Thinking, Coaching, Business Transformation, PMO, Team Building, Business Process, PMP, IT Strategy
Dr. Volker Jacobs
igsrl.org
Security and Investigations
Education
University of Leicester 2014 — 2016
Master of Science (MSc), Security and Risk Management
Ruhr-Universität Bochum 2008 — 2012
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Geowissenschaften, 2
Ruhr-Universität Bochum 2005 — 2007
Master of Science (MSc), Geographie, 1
The Open University 1994 — 1999
Bachelor's degree, Social Science, 71%
Fachhochschule Bochum 1987 — 1992
Diplom-Betriebswirt, BWL, 2,6
Experience
Selbständig June 2012 - Present
Skills
Crime Prevention, Forschung, Real Property, Microsoft Office, Policy, Strategische Planung, Project Management, Korruptionsbekämpfung, Teamentwicklung, Regierung und Behörden, Geschäftsführung, Unternehmensführung, Training, Geography
Dr.Leslie McCauley
Consultant
Management Consulting
Education
Trinity College Dublin 1982 — 1984
Msc (mgmt), management
Sligo Grammar
The Open University
Ba(Hons),CertSocSci, PhD, English Lirerarure, Psycology, Social Science, Statistics
Experience
Grange Rath November 2009 - Present
Independent November 2006 - February 2012
Norish plc September 1975 - August 2005
Skills
Financial negotiator, Company start ups, Academic Tutoring, Mergers & Acquisitions, Business Strategy, Creative Problem, Consulting, Professional Mentoring, Executive Coaching, Teaching "Creativity..., Creative Problem Solving, Acquisitions and merger, Business Process..., Governance, Strategic Planning, Course writing, Managing academics, Management Consulting, Change Management, Strategic Consulting
Dragan Mandic
Owner, Mandich Catering
Food & Beverages
Education
The Open University 2004 — 2009
Tresham Coledge, De Monfort University 1993 — 1995
HND, Business/Commerce, General
Univerzitet u Sarajevu 1977 — 1981
BA, Political Science
Experience
MANDICH May 1994 - Present
Rollaway 2008 - 2009
Hampton Ices March 2005 - March 2007
MR Catering 2000 - 2002
Skills
Quantitative Analysis, Customer Relations, Property, Research, Catering, Negotiation, Small Business, Restaurants