About

I am a Senior Lecturer specializing in International Business and Management, with a research focus on how macroeconomic and institutional complexities influence international business. My primary areas of interest include Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), and their roles in advancing sustainable development. My research also examines the impact of domestic terrorism on multinational enterprises in emerging markets.

I hold a PhD in Business and Management Studies, alongside an MSc in Accounting and a BSc in Banking and Finance. As a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA), I am deeply committed to research excellence, innovative teaching, and fostering an engaging learning environment. Over the years, I have developed and delivered dynamic curricula, supervised diverse research projects, and incorporated cutting-edge technology and pedagogy to enhance student outcomes.

Beyond teaching, I am actively involved in research dissemination and academic service. I serve as a reviewer for the International Journal of Entrepreneurship and Innovation and an ad hoc reviewer for the British Academy of Management. I am also an external examiner for International Business programs. My research has been published in academic journals and presented at conferences, with a focus on FDI, terrorism, and sustainable business practices in emerging markets. As a member of the Academy of International Business and the British Academy of Management, I actively engage in global academic networks, contributing to the advancement of knowledge in my field.

Passionate about mentorship and professional development, I strive to create inclusive learning environments that empower students to navigate complex global challenges. I believe in the transformative power of education to shape resilient, innovative, and ethically driven future leaders.

Teaching

Sheffield Business School

College of Business, Technology and Engineering

Global Business, Tourism and Hospitality Management

Courses:

MSc International Business and Human Resource Management
MSc International Business and Marketing
MSc International Business Management
MSc International Business Management (Work Exp)
BA Hon International Business
BA Hon International Business with Languages
BA Hon Langs With International Business
BSc Hon Economics
BA Hon Business Economics
BA Hon Business Management
BA Hon Business and Enterprise Management
BA Hon Business and Management with Law
BA Hon Business Management and Enterprise
BA Hon Business Management and Marketing
BA Hon Business Management with Psychology 
BA Hon Business Studies
BA Hon Marketing
BA Hon Business and Marketing
BA Hon Digital Marketing
BA Hon Marketing Communications and Advertising
BA Hon Marketing with Psychology

Modules:

Principles of International Business
International Strategic Management
Research Methods for International Business
Foundations of International Business
Contemporary International Business
Understanding People and Culture
Contemporary International Management Practice
International Business Strategy and Practice
Global Business Environment

Research

• Centre for Regional Economic and Social Research
• Social and Economic Research Institute

My research primarily focuses on the intersection of international business, macroeconomic complexities, and institutional challenges. I am particularly interested in the role of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in promoting sustainable development, especially within emerging economies. My work explores how these tools can address socio-political risks, foster resilience, and contribute to the realization of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

My interests extend to understanding how socio-political risks influence international investment decisions and the broader implications for economic development. For example, in my conference presentation at the 50th AIB UK & Ireland Chapter Conference in 2024, I discussed ""Demystifying the Foreign Direct Investment and Socio-Political Risk Situation in the Nigerian Economy.""

Another project examines variations in terrorism and their firm-level implications for multinational enterprises (MNEs) in emerging economies, furthering the dialogue on risk management and strategy formulation in volatile regions.

One of my key research projects investigates the impact of domestic terrorism on multinational enterprises operating in foreign markets. This line of inquiry has culminated in the publication of-

Owens, M. D., & Johnson, E. (2024). Not gone away: how domestic terrorism impacts multinationals in foreign markets. Critical Perspectives on International Business.

Publications

Other activities

Reviewer for The International Journal of Entrepreneurship and Innovation.
Ad Hoc Reviewer for the British Academy of Management.
External Examiner for International Business programs, University of Greenwich
Active Member of the Academy of International Business (AIB) and the British Academy of Management.
Active Member of the British Academy of Management.

Postgraduate supervision

Current Doctoral Research:

"Investigating the relationship between foreign multinational enterprises (MNEs) and their external stakeholders in civil war conflict environments"