Professional Overview
Babatunde Ayoola Fajimi is a highly experienced consultant and researcher specializing in Industrial Education and Human Resource Management (HRM). With a career spanning over three decades, he has held significant leadership roles, including Managing Director positions across West Africa, and is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Industrial Education at the University of Ibadan.
Educational Background
- Ph.D. in Industrial Education (In view) – University of Ibadan.
- M.Ed. in Industrial Education – University of Ibadan.
- Master of Managerial Psychology – University of Ibadan.
- Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) – University of Ibadan (First Class Honors).
- Post-Graduate Diploma in Print Journalism – Nigeria Institute of Journalism.
Professional Certifications & Memberships
- Executive Leadership: Holds Master Certificates in Executive Leadership from Cornell University (eCornell).
- HR & Management: Licensed Human Resource Professional (HRPL) and member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria (CIPMN) and the Nigeria Institute of Management.
- Fellowships: Fellow of the Association of Outsourcing Practitioners of Nigeria (AOPN).
Research & Publications
- Expertise: Extensive research in youth employment, remote work wellbeing, digital technology in the workplace, and inclusive management education.
- Academic Contributions: Published numerous articles in learned journals and contributed several chapters to academic books on topics such as andragogy, community development, and digital learning.
- Global Engagement: Presented over 20 papers at international and national conferences, including events organized by the International Council for Education, Research and Training (ICERT).
Professional Experience
- Consultancy: Providing specialized consultancy in Industrial Education and HRM since 2013.
- Executive Leadership: Previously served as Managing Director for XL Management Services Ltd in Ghana and Sierra Leone.
- Corporate Roles: Held various positions including Head of People Management and Executive Assistant to the GMD/CEO at Standard Trust Bank Plc.