. Jean Gamester

I’m lead educator on our project management microcredential and teach leadership, creativity and innovation. I also supervise MBA and HRM Masters students as they work on their final dissertations and am a student experience manager, supporting students and tutors to achieve their goals.  

My practice background is in leading transformation programmes and interim management across a variety of sectors.  I am also a volunteer leader for an international not-for-profit, which has included serving on the international board.  My doctoral research is in the area of practitioner development. 

I was a student in the OU a long time ago and always wanted to teach here.  I got my chance in 2019, starting very part time with one module, but over time it became my main role. I stayed because I appreciate our social purpose of being here for everybody and because I like the people.  I love teaching and research – I get a great buzz out of delivering tutorials, discovering new things in inquiry and get enormous satisfaction in seeing people grow.