Scholarly Publications
The following are selected scholarly works authored by GIU faculty. These publications reflect the intellectual contributions and research excellence across a wide range of academic disciplines. We are proud to showcase the ongoing commitment of our academic community to advancing knowledge, innovation, and global dialogue.
Dr. Tan Kwan Hong
Provost, Dean, & Director
Nationality: Singaporean
Prof. Tan Kwan Hong is the CEO of Tan Kwan Hong Academy and holds academic roles such as a Visiting Professor at the European Institute of Management & Technology (EIMT) and an Associate Professor at European International University, among many others. With over 17 years of experience, Prof. Tan is globally recognized for his contributions to education, corporate consulting, and public speaking. He holds more than 120 academic and professional degrees across various fields and has delivered speeches to over 1.5 million people globally.
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Dr. Aida Mehrad
Director – School of Psychological Studies
Nationality: Spanish
Prof. Aida Mehrad is an accomplished Spanish academic and industrial psychologist with dual PhDs in Organizational and Industrial Psychology and Social Psychology. She specializes in organizational behavior, leadership styles, and work engagement. Prof. Mehrad has over a decade of teaching experience in international institutions, mentoring students in subjects like human resource management, strategic leadership, and research methodology. She has published 61 research papers and authored five motivational books, along with a book on organizational behavior. Prof. Mehrad is a sought-after consultant and editor for scientific journals and an experienced academic department leader, committed to advancing knowledge in psychology and management through impactful teaching and research.
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Dr. Popoola Mufutau Akanmu
Affiliated Professor & PhD Student Advisor
Nationality: Nigerian
Prof. Popoola Mufutau Akanmu is an erudite scholar with a Ph.D. degree in Business Administration. He conducted research in the field of Business Administration and Entrepreneurship. He is currently a Professor of Business Administration and PhD Student Advisor at Global Humanistic University Curacao (GHU), Lecturer at Federal Polytechnic Ayede Oyo State, Academic Leader for Accreditation Agency Curacao (AAC) and Visual Research Fellow at American Research Center in Sofia Bulgaria. He possesses requisite skill on Business Advisory, Entrepreneurship and International Business. He has supervised both undergraduate and postgraduate students and conducted several researches with 42 research publications in highly reputable journals with 265 citations. Prof. Popoola is editorial and reviewer board member in forty international reputable journals including universities based journals.He is result oriented with team-building skills and a proven leader both in academic and industry practice.
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Dr. James O. Mbakpuo
Affiliated Professor & PhD Student Advisor
Nationality: Nigerian
Dr. James O. Mbakpuo is an academic and expert in project management, serving as a lecturer at DFICU Universities, and Warsaw University of Humanities, Menedżerska Akademia Nauk Stosowanych w Warszawie and kademia WSGE. A certified Six Sigma Master Black Belt Trainer, Dr. Mbakpuo excels in leadership, client support, and strategic business practices. He holds a PhD in Innovation Economics, an MPA, an M.Sc. in Management Sciences, an MBA in Real Estate Development, an LLM in Business Law, and dual B.Sc. degrees in Management and Business Economics, demonstrating his diverse expertise across private, civic, and social sectors globally.
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