Dr Opeoluwa Aiyenitaju
Lecturer in Information Systems Strategy
My profile
Biography
Research Focus and Contributions
Dr. Opeoluwa Aiyenitaju is a Lecturer in Business Information Systems with expertise in Digital Transformation and Organisational Outputs. She holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Information & Communication Technology from Covenant University, an MSc in Managing Information Technology, and a PhD in Information Systems from the University of Salford, along with a Postgraduate Certificate in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education Practice from the Manchester Metropolitan University.
Dr. Aiyenitaju’s research centres on Inclusive Technological Interventions for Enhancing Graduate Outcomes and Closing Awarding Gaps. She utilises Dooyeweerd’s Philosophical framework to explore the intersection of technology and organisational effectiveness, aiming to improve usability and outputs.
Educational Innovation and Leadership
Dr. Aiyenitaju developed and leads the PG Connect Digital program, which equips students with digital skills, industry connections, and credentials to enhance their employability. Her teaching includes designing content for various modules, and maintaining high student satisfaction scores.
Academic and Professional Affiliations
Currently, Dr. Aiyenitaju serves as the Year Manager for Business Technology Level 4 and the Departmental Peer-Assisted Learning (PAL) Coordinator. She has previously served as the Year Manager for Business Technology Levels 5 and 6, and as a Personal Tutor for various levels, from the Foundation Year to Level 4. She is an active member of professional organizations like The British Academy of Management and The UK Academy for Information Systems, the Chartered Association of Business Schools.
Awards and Recognition
Her dedication has earned her the Community Outreach and Impact Award (2024) and the Going Above and Beyond Award (2022). She has received accolades for her research, including Best Paper Presentation Awards and the Gold Salford Student Life Award.
Community Engagement
Dr. Aiyenitaju is committed to community service as a school governor and the Education & Engagement Manager for the Society of Black Academics, promoting educational excellence and inclusivity. Her fellowship with the Higher Education Academy highlights her commitment to advancing teaching and learning practices.
Words of wisdom
Consciously look forward and upward to a future of hope and prosperity.
Other academic service (administration and management)
- Business Technology Programme lead on Peer-Assisted Learning (PAL) Coordinator (2023 – Present)
- Year Manager: Business Technology Level 4, (2024-Present)
- Year Manager: Business Technology Level 6, (2021-2022)
- Year Manager: Business Technology Level 5, (2020-2021)
- Personal Tutor: Business Technology Foundation Year, (2019-2021)
- Personal Tutor: Business Technology Level 4, (2019-2022)
- Unit leader: Introduction to Business, Business Information Systems, Business Intelligence & Strategy
- Unit tutor: Business Intelligence & Strategy, Business Information Systems, Customer Information Management, Systems Analysis Design, Business Effectiveness, Introduction to Business
Prizes and awards
- Department of Operations, Technology, Events and Hospitality Management. Faculty of Business and Law. Staff Award for ‘Community Outreach and Impact Award’ - Manchester Metropolitan University, UK - 2024
- Department of Operations, Technology, Events and Hospitality Management. Faculty of Business and Law. Staff Award for ‘Going Above and Beyond’ - Manchester Metropolitan University, UK - 2022
- Nominated six times for the University Citizenship Award - Manchester Metropolitan University, UK - 2022
- Fellow of the Higher Education Academy- 2019 – Present
- The Duke of York Inspiring Digital Enterprise Award –Bronze Winner-2018
- Best Paper Presentation Award - Doctoral Consortium of UK Academy for Information Systems Annual Conference (UKAIS) -2017
- Best Paper Presentation Award- Salford Postgraduate Annual Research Conference (SPARC) - 2016
- Prestigious Gold Salford Student Life Award (positively impacting on student life and engaging in charity and community services) - University of Salford - 2012
Membership of professional associations
- Chartered Association of Business Schools
- Association for Information Systems (AIS)
- Association for Information Systems Women’s Network (AISWN)
- British Academy of Management (BAM)
- Fellow Higher Education Academy
- Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Champion Certificate
- UK Academy for Information Systems (UKAIS)
Personal website address
Research outputs
My research centres on the use of Information Systems. I am interested in the integration of human with technical issues and drawing attention to important aspects mostly overlooked. This reflects my interest in developing new ways of solving particular problems. I am careful to recognise the direct experience of end users with technical matters while contributing on social issues.
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Chapters in books
Edifor, E., Swenson, A., Aiyenitaju, O. (2021) 'A Virtual Reality Framework for Upskilling in Computer Programming in the Business Context.' Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality New Trends in Immersive Technology. Springer,
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Internet publications
Aiyenitaju, O. Dooyeweerd‘s Aspects in Native Language.
Aiyenitaju, O. Aspectual Analysis of what Thinkers Believe about Education and ICT. https://www.salford.ac.uk/__data/assets/pdf_file/0005/89222/RISE_feb-march-2012.pdf.
Ahmed, W., Aiyenitaju, O., Chadwick, S., Fenton, A. (2020) The Constellation Of Joe Wicks. https://medium.com/@simonchadwick_15086/the-constellation-of-joe-wicks-f546eb7bff15.
Ahmed, W., Aiyenitaju, O., Chadwick, S., Fenton, A. (2020) The Constellation Of Joe Wicks. https://medium.com/@simonchadwick_15086/the-constellation-of-joe-wicks-f546eb7bff15.
Aiyenitaju, O., Chadwick, S., Ahmed, W., Fenton, A. (2020) The social media influencer helping keep kids fit. https://medium.com/@simonchadwick_15086/joe-wicks-the-social-media-influencer-helping-keep-kids-fit-during-covid-19-33718d5b6b59.
Aiyenitaju, O. (2011) Understanding ICT in Traditional Classrooms in Nigeria. http://dooy.info/papers/.
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Journal articles
Ahmed, W., Aiyenitaju, O., Chadwick, S., Hardey, M., Fenton, A. (2024) 'The Influence of Joe Wicks on Physical Activity During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Thematic, Location, and Social Network Analysis of X Data.' Journal of Medical Internet Research, 26
Adekoya, O.D., Adisa, T.A., Aiyenitaju, O. (2022) 'Going forward: remote working in the post-COVID-19 era.' Employee Relations, 44(6) pp. 1410-1427.
Adisa, T.A., Aiyenitaju, O., Adekoya, O.D. (2021) 'The work–family balance of British working women during the COVID-19 pandemic.' Journal of Work-Applied Management, 13(2) pp. 241-260.
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Conference papers
Aiyenitaju, O., Lagoke, O. (2023) 'An analysis of change management approaches among multiple stakeholders within UK Higher Education Institutions using Kubler-Ross Change Model.' In British Academy of Management. Brighton, 1/9/2023 - 6/9/2023.
AlJanah, S., Teh, P.S., Tay, J.Y., Aiyenitaju, O., Nawaz, R. (2023) 'Minecraft as a tool to enhance engagement in Higher Education.' In Research and Innovation Forum 2022. Athens, Greece, 27/4/2022 - 29/4/2022. Visvizi, A., Troisi, O., Grimaldi, M. (ed.) Springer, pp. 465-476.
Kane, S., Aiyenitaju, O., Clements, J., Earle, I. (2019) 'Integrating the Digital iDEA Award into a First Year Skills Module for Business and Management Students.' In Chartered Association of Business School. Learning, Teaching & Student Experience Conference. Manchester, 14/5/2019 - 15/5/2019.
Aiyenitaju, O., Basden, A. (2017) 'ICT in the Classroom: A Study of Diverse Aspects.' In UK Academy for Information Systems Annual Conference (UKAIS). Oxford University, Oxford, UK, 4/4/2019 - 5/4/2017.
Aiyenitaju, O., Basden, A. (2017) 'How can we discover the diversity of issues teachers face using ICT in the classroom.' In Salford Business School’s Doctoral Symposium. Salford University, Manchester,
Aiyenitaju, O., Basden, A. (2016) 'Applying Dooyeweerd Philosophy in an Empirical Project.' In Association for Reformational Philosophy. ETF Leuven, Belgium, 15/8/2016 - 19/8/2016.
Aiyenitaju, O. (2016) 'Issues Teachers Face Using ICT in the Classroom.' In Salford Postgraduate Annual Research Conference (SPARC). 14/6/2016 - 15/6/2016.