Governance Structure

Global President and Chair, International Advisory Council:

The Global President and Chair, International Advisory Council serve as the ceremonial head of the Institute and its Associations. Presiding over International Advisory Council (IAC) meetings, the Global President provides strategic direction and support for the overall growth and development of the Institute and its Associations. Additionally, the Global President serves as the Chair of IBAKM® Global Business School and as the Patron of various Institute Associations, Societies, and Forums, including the Association of Business Administration and Knowledge Management Professionals (ABAKMP®), Association of Business Administration and Knowledge Management Students (ABAKMS®), and Women in Business Administration and Knowledge Management (WiBAKM®).

Global Executive Vice President and Chief Executive Officer:

The Global Executive Vice President and Chief Executive Officer hold key roles as the Director General, Chief Academic Officer, Chief Knowledge Officer, Chief Administrative Officer, and Chief Business Officer of the Institute. This position involves the effective management of operations, finance, membership services, and strategic leadership. Additionally, the Global Executive Vice President and Chief Executive Officer serve as the Chairman of the Academic and Professional Development Board (APDB), Chairman of the Management Committee (MC), Rector/Chief Learning Officer of IBAKM® Business School, Editor-in-Chief of the International Journal of Business Administration and Knowledge Management (IJBAKM®), and the Global Chairman of various Institute Associations, Societies, and Forums. These include the Association of Business Administration and Knowledge Management Professionals (ABAKMP®), Association of Business Administration and Knowledge Management Students (ABAKMS®), and Women in Business Administration and Knowledge Management (WiBAKM®).

The Global Executive Vice President and Chief Executive Officer are supported by International Advisory Council Members, Technical and Special Advisers, Management Committee Members, Academic and Professional Development Board Members, Special Assistants, Approved Standing Committees, Directorates, Heads of Units, as well as the entire global staff and members of the Institute and its Associations.

All correspondence for the Principal Officers should be directed to the Global Executive Vice President and emailed to executivevp@ibakmglobal.com.

The International Advisory Council (IAC) of the Institute and its Associations is tasked with evaluating and recommending suitable policies and a strategic development plan for the global growth of the Institute and its Associations across Africa, Asia, Australia, Europe, North America, and South America.

Membership of the International Advisory Council (IAC) includes the following:

• Principal Officers;
• Past Presidents; and
• Appointed representatives from each Continent of the World: Africa, Asia, Australia, Europe, North America, and South America.
• Legal Adviser

The Board of Governors (BoG), at its discretion, may approve the appointment and inclusion of any other person(s) whose influence, knowledge capacity, and goodwill could positively impact the global advancement of the Business Administration and Knowledge Management profession and practice.

All mails and correspondences to the International Advisory Council should be addressed to the Global Executive Vice President and Chief Executive Officer, through the Legal Adviser/Secretary, and emailed to legal@ibakmglobal.com.

The Management Committee (MC) of the Institute and its Associations is entrusted with the day-to-day strategic management, administration, and operations of the Institute and its Associations in Nigeria and globally. It ensures the timely and proper implementation of appropriate policies and programs for the development and growth of the Institute and its Associations. Additionally, it conducts surveys, develops programs, makes recommendations, and takes decisions in the overall interest of the Institute and its Associations.

The Management Committee comprises the following:

The Global Executive Vice President and Chief Executive Officer, who serves as the Chairman of the Management Committee.

The Executive Secretary & Director, Finance and Administration.

The Executive Secretary and Director, Finance and Administration coordinate the activities of the Directorates, as well as the Institute Associations, Societies, and Forums. They ensure the effective and efficient operation, management, and administration of all available resources for the optimal growth and development of the Institute and its Associations. Additionally, the Executive Secretary and Director, Finance and Administration coordinate business development, marketing, and serve as the Secretary to the Management Committee. They report to the Global Executive Vice President and Chief Executive Officer and provide administrative support to the Board of Governors, Global President and Chair, International Advisory Council, Global Executive Vice President and Chief Executive Officer, International Advisory Council Members, Technical and Special Advisers, Directors, and Heads of Departments/Units.

The Registrar

The Registrar is directly responsible for academics, course registration, student affairs and admissions, information and library services, international office, liaisons, and partnerships. The Registrar works with the Executive Secretary and the Directorates to ensure the effective and efficient operation, management, and administration of all available resources for the optimal growth and development of the Institute. Additionally, the Registrar is involved in coordinating business development, marketing, and consultancy services. They report to the Global Executive Vice President and Chief Executive Officer, providing academic and administrative support to the Global Executive Vice President and Chief Executive Officer, Management Committee Members, Academic and Professional Development Board Members, Directors, and Heads of Departments/Units.

Chief Financial Officer & Head, Internal Audit.

The Chief Financial Officer and Head, Internal Audit oversee the financial records of the Institute and its Associations, ensuring that appropriate financial reporting standards are maintained and adopted at all times.

Chief Information Officer & Director, ICT/Quality Assurance and Standards.

The Chief Information Officer and Director, ICT/Quality Assurance and Standards are responsible for maintaining, accessing, storing, and preserving all academic and professional development materials and resources, including information, databases, articles, research papers/materials, projects, books, artifacts, etc.

Director, Legal and Corporate Affairs

The Director, Legal and Corporate Affairs ensures compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations in Nigeria and the international community. They provide legal counsel and advice, scans for legal risks, and responds to legal trends that may impact the Institute and its Associations negatively. The Director, Legal and Corporate Affairs collaborates with all directorates and units to address legal aspects of the Institute’s operations, activities, and policies.

All mails and correspondences to the Management Committee should be addressed to the Global Executive Vice President and Chief Executive Officer, through the Executive Secretary and Director, Finance and Administration, and emailed to es@ibakmglobal.com.

The Academic and Professional Development Board (APDB) is tasked with the responsibility of promoting and implementing appropriate academic and professional development standards essential for the world-class training and certification of aspiring and practicing business administration and knowledge management professionals, practitioners, and consultants in alignment with the Institute’s legal mandate. The APDB consists of seasoned scholars and industry practitioners.

Membership of the APDB includes:

• The Global Executive Vice President and Chief Executive Officer (Chairman)
• Special Assistant, Business Administration
• Special Assistant, Knowledge Management
• Special Adviser, Continuing Professional Education and Development
• Special Adviser, Risk Management and Sustainability Development
• Technical Adviser, Education and Training
• Academic Planning
• Technical Adviser, Accreditation and Quality Assurance
• Technical Adviser, Examinations and Records Management
• Technical Adviser, Curriculum Development and Management
• Technical Adviser, Research and Innovation Management
• Technical Adviser, Affiliation and Partnership
• Technical Adviser, Membership and Ethics
• Technical Adviser, Licensing and Specialized Certifications
• Managing Editor, International Journal of Business Administration and Knowledge Management (IJBAKM)
• Director, Membership Services
• Director, Learning and Development
• Director, Examinations and Records
• Director, Professional Practice and Licensing
• Director, ICT, Quality Assurance, and Standards
• Director, Consultancy, Research and Development
• Director, Legal/Corporate Affairs
• Dean, IBAKM® Global Business School
• The Registrar

All mails and correspondences to the Academic and Professional Development Board should be addressed to the Global Executive Vice President and Chief Executive Officer, through the Registrar and emailed to registrar@ibakmglobal.com.

The Institute Directorates comprise the following:

Directorate of Membership Services (DMS):

The DMS is responsible for managing membership activities, the approval process for membership applications, maintaining a detailed prospect database to support Institute activities, publishing regular reports on membership status, overseeing membership recruitment efforts, coordinating member profile questionnaire changes, and managing processes for identifying member needs and gathering feedback on programs and services.

Directorate of Learning and Development (DLD):

The DLD ensures consistency in training standards across the Institute. It oversees the planning, prioritization, and development of study materials, new training programs, and initiatives. The DLD is also responsible for researching, developing, continuously monitoring, reviewing, and renewing Institute curricula for all programs and courses in line with industry requirements, global standards, and relevant regulatory agencies.

Directorate of Examinations and Records (DER):

The DER provides a functional and accessible records system, supervises and co-coordinates all Institute examinations, monitors compliance with examination rules and regulations, and oversees the communication of student academic and professional development performances. It also processes transcripts of examination results.

Directorate of Professional Practice and Licensing (DPPL):

The DPPL recommends and evaluates Business Administration and Knowledge Management Practitioners’ Licenses, handles license applications, and manages licensing and competency requirements. It oversees processes for license renewals, professional liability insurance requirements, as well as amendments and cancellations.

Directorate of ICT, Quality Assurance, and Standards (DICT/QAS):

The DICT/QAS is responsible for the operation and evaluation of the Institute’s technology infrastructure. It establishes ICT policies and systems to support the implementation of Institute strategic goals. Managing all quality assurance functions, it ensures continuous compliance with best practices and international standards in the Institute’s certifications, programs, and services.

Directorate of Consultancy, Research, and Development (DCRD):

The DCRD coordinates internal and external research and consultancy services, providing tailor-made training, seminars, conferences, and socio-economic research based on assessments and analysis.

Directorate of Finance and Administration (DFA):

The DFA provides financial oversight for the Institute, managing the entire range of financial operations. It oversees office operations, negotiates and manages project-related contracts, and handles compensation, recruitment, performance appraisals, staff training, and development activities. It also manages logistics for meetings and updates all contact information.

Directorate of Legal and Corporate Affairs (DLCA):

The DLCA ensures compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations in Nigeria and the international community. It provides legal counsel and advice, scans for legal risks, and responds to legal trends that may impact the Institute negatively. The DLCA collaborates with all directorates and units to address legal aspects of the Institute’s operations, activities, and policies.

The approved standing committees consist of the following:

• Education and Training Committee
• Membership and Ethics Committee
• Accreditation and Quality Assurance Committee
• Examinations and Records Committee
• Curriculum Development Committee
• Affiliation and Partnership Committee
• Professional Practice and Licensing Committee
• Public Relations Committee
• Conferences and Events Management Committee
• Legal and Disciplinary Committee