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Kaduna Business School

Dr. Isaiah O. Obande, Ph.D.

Dr. Isaiah O. Obande, Ph.D.

Business Management, Entrepreneurship and Research

Background

Dr. Isaiah Obande is a dedicated academic and researcher specializing in business administration, entrepreneurship, and statistical analysis. With over seven years of teaching and research experience, he has contributed significantly to the development of knowledge in his field through scholarly publications, workshops, and impactful teaching roles. Dr. Obande’s areas of expertise include business innovation, technological sustainability, and strategic risk management.

Key Attributes:

  • Skilled educator and mentor with demonstrated excellence in student engagement.
  • Researcher with multiple publications in learned journals, focusing on sustainability and SME performance.
  • Adept in statistical software applications for research and data analysis.

Philosophy: Empowering businesses and students through innovative solutions and knowledge dissemination to achieve sustainable growth.

Areas of Expertise

  • Business Administration and Management
  • Entrepreneurship and Innovation
  • Statistical and Econometric Analysis (SPSS, EVIEWS, STATA)
  • Research and Publication Writing

Education

  • Ph.D. Business Administration, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria (2018 – 2023)
  • M.Sc. Business Administration, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria (2014 – 2016)
  • B.Sc. Business Administration (Second Class Lower), Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria (2006 – 2010)

Key Publications and Presentations

Articles in Learned Journals

  1. Gonji, P.B., Zamdayu, D.M., & Obande, I.O. (2020). Knowledge Sharing and Strategic Risk Tolerance in the Banking Sector. Journal of Science, Technology, Mathematics Education (JOSTMED), 16(3).
  2. Gonji, P.B., Dapim, K.M., & Obande, I.O. (2021). External Debt and its Impact on the Nigerian Economy. Discovery, 57(304), 345-352.
  3. Kolo, S.N., Ibrahim, H., & Obande, I.O. (2022). Firm-Specific Factors and the Growth of Insurance Firms in Nigeria. Discovery, 58(322), 1141-1146.
  4. Obande, I.O., Karwai, S.A., Aminu, M.I., & Musa, T.B. (2023). Technological Innovation and SMEs Performance in Zaria Metropolis: The Moderating Role of Sustainability. Kaduna Business and Management Review.
  5. Obande, I.O., Karwai, S.A., Aminu, M.I., & Musa, T.B. (2023). Learning Orientation Dimensions and SMEs Performance in Zaria Metropolis. Kaduna Marketing Review.

Monographs

  1. Obande, I.O. (2010). Communication as a Tool for Marketing Consumer Goods in Nigeria: A Case Study of PZ Cussons Nigeria.
  2. Obande, I.O. (2016). Impact of Mobile Commerce Services on the Performance of Small and Medium Enterprises in Nigeria.
  3. Obande, I.O. (2023). Creativity, Technological Innovation, Learning Orientation, and SMEs Performance in Nigeria: Moderating Role of Sustainability.

Conference Papers

  1. Obande, I.O., Aliu, J.N., Suleiman, R.A., & Nuhu, G. (2024). Learning Orientation and Performance of Manufacturing SMEs in Nigeria: The Moderating Role of Sustainability. 1st International Conference for Faculty of Social and Management Sciences, Greenfield University Kaduna.
  2. Obande, I.O., Abdulmumin, B., Mailafia, L., & Hassan, U.N. (2024). Technological Innovation and Performance of Small Agric-Businesses in Nigeria: The Moderating Role of Sustainability. 1st International Conference for Faculty of Social and Management Sciences, Greenfield University Kaduna.
  3. Obande, I.O., Abdulmumin, B., Mailafia, L., & Hassan, U.N. (2024). Impact of Mobile Commerce Services on the Survival of Small and Medium Enterprises in Nigeria: A Proposed Model.

Global Engagements

  • Participant, Transparency and Accountability Workshop, ANAN/FINCAD, Kaduna (2018)
  • Speaker, After Graduation: What Next? Workshop, SAFAA/ABUSRC, Zaria (2008)

Honors, Awards, Professional Memberships

  • Best Teaching Staff, St. John de Baptist Nursery and Primary School, Akamkpa, Cross River State (2011/2012 Session)
  • Dedicated Corp Member, Primary Health Care Department, Akamkpa LGA, Cross River State (2011)
  • Member, Institute of Industrial Security and Safety of Nigeria (Certificates: HSE II and HSE III)

Professional Experience

Academic Roles

  • Lecturer I, Business Administration Department, Greenfield University (2023 – Present)
    • Courses taught: AMS 101, IRP 221
  • Lecturer II, Business Administration Department, Greenfield University (2021 – 2023)
    • Courses taught: GST 223, BUA 307, SSC 201
  • Assistant Lecturer, Greenfield University (2019 – 2020) & Michael and Cecilia Ibru University (2017 – 2018)

Additional Roles

  • E-Tutor, BUAD 823 Business Environment, ABU Distance Learning Center (2016 – Present)
  • Instructor, SPSS, EVIEWS, and STATA, FINCAD Center of Excellence (2016 – Present)
  • Course Adviser, Greenfield University (2022 – 2024)
  • Head of Department, Business Administration/Finance, Greenfield University (2019 – Present)

Computer Skills

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel)
  • Expertise in statistical software: SPSS, EVIEWS, STATA
  • E-Learning and courseware development

Language Skills

  • Fluent in English, Idoma, and Hausa

Interests and Activities

  • Reading inspirational books
  • Networking and engaging with people
  • Traveling