Prof. Kennedy P. Modugu
Advisory Board Member
Dean, College of Management & Social Sciences
Professor of Accounting and Analytics
Wigwe University | UAE | USA | Nigeria
Year of Admission: 2026. Status: Active
Professional Overview
Prof. Kennedy P. Modugu is an internationally respected academic leader, researcher, and consultant in accounting, finance, and business analytics. He currently serves as Dean at Wigwe University, where he provides strategic leadership in academic program development, research advancement, and industry engagement.With academic and professional experience spanning Africa, the Middle East, Europe, and the United States, he has built a global reputation for integrating data analytics, sustainability, and innovation into accounting education and practice.
Areas of Expertise
Research & Scholarly ContributionsProf. Modugu has an extensive body of peer-reviewed research covering:
Academic & Institutional Leadership
Industry & Professional Impact
Awards & Recognition
Professional Affiliations
Mentorship & Global EngagementProf. Modugu has supervised numerous PhD, DBA, and MSc students across continents and has served as:
GARI Role
As an Advisory Board Member, Prof. Modugu contributes strategic leadership in business, finance, and innovation, supporting GARI’s mission to advance interdisciplinary research, strengthen institutional capacity, and bridge academia with industry.
Prof. Kennedy P. Modugu is an internationally respected academic leader, researcher, and consultant in accounting, finance, and business analytics. He currently serves as Dean at Wigwe University, where he provides strategic leadership in academic program development, research advancement, and industry engagement.With academic and professional experience spanning Africa, the Middle East, Europe, and the United States, he has built a global reputation for integrating data analytics, sustainability, and innovation into accounting education and practice.
Areas of Expertise
- Accounting & Financial Reporting
- Business Analytics & Data Science
- Sustainability & ESG Reporting
- Corporate Governance & Taxation
- Forensic Accounting
Research & Scholarly ContributionsProf. Modugu has an extensive body of peer-reviewed research covering:
- Sustainability reporting and ESG disclosure
- AI and data analytics in accounting
- Corporate governance and financial performance
- Taxation and economic development
Academic & Institutional Leadership
- Dean, College of Management & Social Sciences, Wigwe University
- Professor, HCT Business School (AACSB Accredited), UAE
- Former Head of Department and Program Leader
- Leader in AACSB accreditation initiatives
- Organizer of international academic conferences (e.g., ESG Conference 2023)
Industry & Professional Impact
- Lead Consultant, MPK Consulting
- Advisor to businesses, startups, and financial institutions
- Trainer for accountants, auditors, and finance professionals
- Contributor to public discourse on economic and financial policy
Awards & Recognition
- Excellence in Applied Research Award (2022)
- Best Paper Award – Middlesex University Dubai (2022)
- Multiple research grants and international recognitions
- Graduate Scholarship Award – University of Texas (2022)
Professional Affiliations
- Fellow, Institute of Public Accountants (Australia)
- Fellow, Institute of Financial Accountants (UK)
- Fellow, Association of International Accountants (UK)
- Fellow, Higher Education Academy (UK)
- CPA, CMA, CIPFA
Mentorship & Global EngagementProf. Modugu has supervised numerous PhD, DBA, and MSc students across continents and has served as:
- External examiner and program reviewer internationally
- Research mentor and faculty development leader
- Contributor to global academic and professional networks
GARI Role
As an Advisory Board Member, Prof. Modugu contributes strategic leadership in business, finance, and innovation, supporting GARI’s mission to advance interdisciplinary research, strengthen institutional capacity, and bridge academia with industry.