Assoc Prof Dr mba agwu, Al Akhawayn University ,Ifrane Morocco
Dr. Agwu, Mba Okechukwu is a distinguished Nigerian academic and researcher, born on November 4, 1965, in Asaga-Ohafia, Abia State. He is currently based in Enugu, Nigeria, and is married with three children. With extensive contributions to the field of management sciences, Dr. Agwu is known for his robust academic background and his dedication to excellence in teaching, research, and safety culture in industrial operations. His professional affiliations with prestigious institutes such as the Nigerian Institute of Management and the American Association of International Researchers further establish his influence in the academic and industrial research community. Passionate about safety systems and performance management in Nigeria’s construction and energy sectors, Dr. Agwu has consistently focused on impactful research that addresses real-world challenges.
👨🎓 Profile
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🎓 Education
Dr. Agwu’s educational journey is both impressive and comprehensive. He began at Ogui Primary School, Enugu (1970–1976), earning his FSLC with Credit, followed by a WASC First Division from National Secondary School, Ntueke (1976–1980). He obtained an HND in Business Administration & Management from the Institute of Management and Technology, Enugu (1986–1990), and a Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration from ESUT (1992–1993). He later earned his MBA (1999–2000) and completed his academic pursuit with a Ph.D. in Management from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (2005–2008). His academic trajectory is marked by consistent excellence and progressive specialization in management science.
💼 Experience
Dr. Agwu has a wealth of professional experience in academia, corporate training, and industrial research. He has served as a lecturer and academic supervisor across undergraduate and postgraduate levels, particularly in business administration, safety management, and organizational behavior. His teaching and supervisory experience is complemented by his role in delivering faculty development programs and workshops on safety, leadership, and organizational performance. His knowledge has also been applied in consultancy roles, particularly in the construction and oil sectors where safety and human capital development are critical. His years of professional service reflect strong project management, policy development, and international collaboration capacities.
🔬 Research Interests
Dr. Agwu’s research interests are centered on safety culture, organizational performance, risk management, behavioral science, and community development. His work often intersects management theory with real-world applications in Nigeria’s energy and construction sectors. He explores how safety compliance, hazard analysis, and workforce behavior influence productivity and social responsibility. He is especially interested in integrating safety management systems into corporate strategies for sustainable development, particularly in volatile regions like the Niger Delta. His multi-disciplinary focus aims at improving human welfare and institutional effectiveness through empirical research and practical implementation.
🏆 Awards and Certifications
Dr. Agwu is a certified Member of the Nigerian Institute of Management (Chartered) and the Nigerian Institute of Safety Professionals (NISP). He also holds membership in the American Association of International Researchers and the International Research and Development Institute. In addition to completing Part 1 of the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria, he has received numerous certificates of participation in workshops focused on evolving trends in management and safety sciences. These certifications reflect his continuous commitment to professional development and global best practices in research and teaching.
📚 Publication Top Notes
Verbal communication challenges of Nigerian workmen in foreign construction companies in Nigeria,
The economic implication of HSE best practices compliance in selected construction companies in Nigeria,
Impact of safety management system on the workforce in the Bonny NLNG construction project,
Safety culture in the construction industry – a reciprocal determinism perspective,
Cultural dynamics of safety management systems in Nigeria,
Impact of job hazard analysis in organizational performance,
Stress management in the Nigeria LNG Project,
Integrating safety and social responsibility in Nigeria,
Solid waste management in Port Harcourt: A behavioral perspective,
Employees’ safety culture and performance in Shell BTIP,