Chika Ike
Head of Programs at Nigerian University of Technology & Management (NUTM)
Saïd Business School, University of Oxford
Nigeria
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Head of Programs at Nigerian University of Technology & Management (NUTM)
Experienced program manager with a strong background in tertiary education, startup ecosystem and venture support. Proven expertise in program design and execution, process improvement, stakeholder management, and digital product development.
Experience
Nigerian University of Technology & Management (NUTM)
Head of Programs
June 2024 - Present
Oversee operational aspects of launching undergraduate and postgraduate programs in technology and management
Coordinate infrastructure readiness projects
Collaborate with faculty to design course content and delivery methods
Establish objectives and KPIs for program assessment
Ensure compliance with academic standards
Manage stakeholder relationships
Nigerian University of Technology and Management
Head of Programs
June 2024 - Present
As Head of Programs, I oversee the operational aspects of launching three undergraduate and three postgraduate
programs in technology and management. My responsibilities include coordinating infrastructure readiness
projects, collaborating with faculty to design course content and delivery methods, establishing objectives and
KPIs for program assessment, and developing SOPs and process documents. Additionally, I ensure compliance
with academic standards, manage stakeholder relationships, and lead program evaluation and continuous
improvement initiatives to maintain the highest educational quality
Nigerian University of Technology & Management (NUTM)
Scholars Program Manager
August 2022 - September 2024
Spearheaded the design, management, and delivery of the NUTM Scholars Program (NSP)
Designed effective modules addressing curriculum, faculty recruitment, mentoring, and partnership development
Built and maintained a network of mentors, advisors, investors, and industry professionals
Supervised budgeting and financial management
Established KPIs for program assessment
Organized events and networking opportunities
Nigerian University of Technology and Management
Program Manager
August 2022 - May 2024
I spearheaded the design, management, and delivery of the NUTM Scholars Program (NSP), a comprehensive
one-year postgraduate fellowship in Technology, Entrepreneurship, Management, and Design. The NSP operates
as a business incubator that guides participants through the entire business development life cycle, from ideation
to crafting sustainable MVPs.
Pan-Atlantic University, Lagos (PAU)
Program Coordinator
January 2018 - July 2022
Led planning, execution, and evaluation of course delivery
Collaborated with internal teams and external partners
Coordinated project planning and stakeholder communication for student ventures
Managed program budgets and cost reduction
Conducted assessments and implemented changes for program effectiveness
Education
University of Lagos
Graduated in 2022
Certificates & Badges
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Projects
NUTM Scholars Program
•https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/189ECCco32kzVyWtxlbWfW071KaP_5aso?usp=sharingProgram Manager
Scholars Program Coordination and Venture Incubation (October 2022 – September 2024)
Successfully coordinated the Nigerian University of Technology and Management's flagship Scholars Program, mentoring and managing 50 young professionals over two years. Spearheaded the incubation of 16 innovative startup ventures, providing guidance on strategy, resource allocation, and milestone achievement. Oversaw program operations, ensuring smooth execution of workshops, mentoring sessions, and pitch events, while fostering collaboration among participants and stakeholders. Delivered impactful results through process optimization and stakeholder engagement, empowering young leaders to drive transformative solutions.
Languages
English
Professional
Skills
Data Analysis
Program Management
Team Management
Risk Analysis and Management
Training and Development
Stakeholder Relationship Management