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Speaker Profile

Professor Aminu Mamman has a strong educational background and extensive international experience in academia and management. He earned an MBA and a Ph.D. in Management from Cardiff University in the UK, and he currently serves as a Professor of Development Studies at the University of Manchester. Professor Mamman has also held numerous visiting professorships worldwide. He is an active member of several academic and professional organizations, including Australian Human Resource Institute, Academy of Management, Association of International Business; Australia-New Zealand Academy of Management; African Academy of Management, Africa Research Group, Development Studies Association.

He has made significant contributions to the fields of management and public administration research in Africa, published numerous books and high-quality academic papers. He has advanced research on the impact of globalization on African businesses and societies, emphasizing the role of cultural and social values in business practices. He advocates for management principles based on "Ubuntu" and African-centered theories to enhance cultural identity and global influence of African enterprises.

In addition to his academic research, Professor Mamman has provided valuable academic consultation for the World Bank's research project on the impact of African culture on management and serves as a professional consultant and trustee for the African Health Care Development Trust Fund. He has led and participated in several significant international research projects, including an EU-funded project exploring the impact of globalization on business management practices in African and Arab countries.

His research and teaching focus on advancing management in developing countries. Professor Aminu Mamman has conducted extensive field research in developing countries across Africa, Asia, and the Arab regions. He has gained deep insights into development issues. His work reflects a comprehensive understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities faced by management in developing countries.