James McGaughran
The Business School

James McGaughran

James McGaughran

Raised and educated in the United States, James completed a Bachelor’s degree at the University of Colorado (USA) as a double major in Political Science and Environmental Studies. Subsequently, he completed a Master of Strategic Leadership and Communication from Stephens College in Missouri (USA). James then travelled, worked and volunteered in India and Nepal before coming to live and teach in Vietnam, where he has been teaching for the past 7 years – and currently continues to do so with BUV.

In addition, James continues to work and consult with several initiatives dealing with sustainability and enterprising entrepreneurs in India and Nepal.

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS

  • Masters of Strategic Leadership & Communication (2015)
    Stephens College (Columbia, Missouri)      
  • TESOL Certification (2015)
    LinguaEdge, LLC. (Beverly Hills, California)
    Grade A Pass with Distinction
  • Bachelor of Arts in Political Science (2010)
    Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Studies (2010)
    University of Colorado Boulder (Boulder, Colorado)   

PROFESSIONAL APPOINTMENTS

  • British University Vietnam (BUV)
    Tutorial Leader (2021 – Current)
    IELTS (2020 – 2021)
  • RES IELTS Center (2016 – Current)
    IELTS Teacher/Trainer (Speaking, Writing, Listening, Reading)
    IELTS Task 1 and Task 2 Modal Essays (Producing Band 9 Samples)

RESEARCH AREAS

  • Sustainability
  • Education
  • Leadership
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