Our Board members
Governance, academic leadership, and faculty excellence.
CEO’s Welcome Message to Prospective Students of The Global College Group
Dear Future Scholars,
It is with immense pride and heartfelt enthusiasm that I welcome you to The Global College Group a pioneering institution where borders dissolve, barriers fall and education becomes a right, not a privilege.
At The Global College Group, we believe that learning should be accessible to all, regardless of geography, background or circumstance. Our ethos is simple yet powerful: education without limits. In a world that is rapidly evolving, we stand firm in our commitment to inclusivity, innovation, and impact. We are not just a college; we are a movement one that champions opportunity, equity, and transformation.
Whether you are seeking to advance your career, explore new disciplines, or ignite a lifelong passion for knowledge, you will find a home here. Our programmes are designed to be flexible, relevant and globally recognised, delivered entirely online to meet the needs of today’s learners. We understand that life is complex and education should adapt, not obstruct.
As part of our community, you will be supported by dedicated academics, inspired by real-world applications and empowered to make meaningful contributions to society. We align our mission with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, especially SDG4 ensuring inclusive and equitable quality education and promoting lifelong learning opportunities for all.
So, whether you are in London, Abu-Dhabi Qatar, Zimbabwe, Lagos, Lahore or Lima know this: The Global College Group is here for you. We invite you to rise with us, to learn without limits and to shape a future that reflects your highest aspirations.
Welcome to a college where your journey matters. Welcome to The Global College Group.
Best Wishes,
Professor Gold C W Emmanuel
Founder, Group Chief Executive Officer, Chair of the Governing Board
The Global College Grou
Academic Chair’s Welcome Message to Prospective Students of The Global College Group
Dear Prospective Students,
It is a privilege to welcome you to The Global College Group, an institution built on the conviction that education must be both transformative and accessible. As Academic Chair, I am honoured to oversee the intellectual life of a community that is reshaping what learning can mean in the twenty‑first century.
At a time when the world demands adaptability, critical thinking and global awareness, our academic mission is clear: to provide programmes that are rigorous, relevant and rooted in real‑world application. We are committed to ensuring that every learner, regardless of background, geography, or circumstance, has the opportunity to engage with high‑quality education that opens doors and expands horizons.
Our curriculum is designed with purpose. Each course is crafted by experienced academics and industry professionals who understand the evolving demands of the modern world. Whether you are advancing your career, exploring new fields, or seeking to deepen your expertise, you will find programmes that challenge, inspire and empower you.
As an online global institution, we embrace flexibility without compromising academic excellence. Our learning environment is built to support your ambitions, recognising that education must fit the complexities of life, not the other way around. You will join a diverse, international community of learners united by curiosity, determination and a shared belief in the power of knowledge.
We proudly align our academic vision with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG4: ensuring inclusive and equitable quality education for all. This commitment guides our teaching, informs our values and shapes the impact we aim to make in the world.
Wherever you are, whether in London, Nairobi, Doha, Accra, Delhi or São Paulo, you are welcome here. Your aspirations matter, your journey matters and your future matters. At The Global College Group, we stand ready to support you every step of the way.
I look forward to seeing you thrive, contribute and lead with purpose.
Warm regards,
Professor David Balsamo
Chair, Academic Board
The Global College Group
Professor Lilian Ebele Chris‑Ozoko,
Professor Lilian Ebele Chris-Ozoko is a medically qualified Human anatomist and distinguished medical educator with more than two decades of progressive leadership across undergraduate and postgraduate health sciences education within the basic medical sciences. She currently serves as Professor of Anatomy and has held several senior academic appointments, including Head of Department, Associate Dean, and Faculty Representative for Quality Assurance. Across these roles, she has shaped curriculum reform, strengthened assessment systems, and advanced clinically integrated anatomy teaching within diverse international settings.
Her work extends beyond institutional boundaries through contributions to medical education development and capacity-building initiatives across West Africa and other global regions. She has provided consultancy support to universities and regulatory bodies, guiding the establishment of robust academic standards, governance structures, and evidence-informed teaching practices.
In the United Kingdom, she contributes to interdisciplinary clinical and academic initiatives in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, with particular focus on neurodevelopmental disorders and rare genetic syndromes associated with behavioural and emotional difficulties. Her work advances integrative models that bridge embryology, developmental biology, and early-life determinants of mental health within neurodiverse populations.
Professor Chris-Ozoko’s expertise spans anatomy education, digital and blended learning innovation, academic governance, and quality assurance frameworks. Her scholarship and leadership continue to influence the evolution of modern anatomy teaching, with particular emphasis on clinical relevance, learner-centred pedagogy, and sustainable educational development. She brings this breadth of experience to support the strengthening of academic standards, programme quality, and strategic institutional growth within The Global College Group.
Dr Sue Taplin, Member Academic Board
Dr Sue Taplin is a qualified Social Worker with over twenty years of experience in higher education leadership, research, and teaching. She has held multiple appointments as External Examiner for Social Work programmes across the UK, has served as an Education Quality Assurance Registrant Inspector for Social Work England, and is currently training as an External Quality Assurance Assessor for Apprenticeship Programmes with the Office for Students.
In 2021, Dr Taplin completed the Aurora Women’s Leadership Development Programme with Advance HE and is co‑author of two key textbooks on achieving professional standards in Social Work practice education in the UK.
She is currently employed as a Senior Lecturer in Social Work at the University of Winchester, UK.
Dr Taplin has been appointed to the Governing Board of The Global College Group, where she will provide strategic leadership on safeguarding, welfare, and professional standards. She will serve as Head of the Safeguarding Committee, offering oversight, assurance, and expert guidance across all safeguarding matters within CRAS, CLAPS, and the wider Group.
Dr Renée Bleau, Member Governing Board
Dr Renée Bleau is a distinguished retired academic psychologist whose career spans several leading universities across the United Kingdom, Australia, and the Middle East. She has held substantive academic posts at the University of the West of Scotland, the University of Wollongong in Dubai, and the University of Glasgow, where she contributed to the advancement of psychological science through teaching, research, and departmental leadership. A Chartered Psychologist, she has played a prominent role within the British Psychological Society, serving as Chair of both the Social Psychology Section and the History and Philosophy of Psychology Section.
Her scholarly expertise encompasses quantitative and qualitative research methods, psychometrics, and the philosophical foundations of psychological inquiry. In 2016, she served on the QAA Psychology Benchmark Statement Review Group, helping to shape the national expectations that underpin academic standards in psychology across the UK. Beyond her academic work, Dr Bleau continues to apply her psychological knowledge in service of the community as a volunteer with Cruse Scotland, supporting individuals experiencing bereavement with empathy, professionalism, and evidence‑informed care.
Dr Bleau brings this breadth of expertise, methodological rigour, and disciplinary leadership to The Global College Group Academic Board, where she plays a vital role in strengthening the organisation’s academic governance and quality assurance frameworks. Her experience shaping national benchmarks directly informs TGCG’s commitment to robust standards, while her deep understanding of research methods and psychological theory enhances the intellectual integrity of the Group’s qualification development. Through her thoughtful guidance and seasoned academic judgement, she helps ensure that TGCG’s academic vision remains rigorous, credible, and aligned with the highest professional expectations.
Dr Andrei Selleri, Member Academic Board
Dr Andrea Selleri is an independent researcher working at the intersection of literary scholarship and the legal sector. He holds a PhD in English and Comparative Literary Studies from the University of Warwick, where he also taught and conducted research across several years. His academic career includes further appointments at Bilkent University in Ankara, enriching his international perspective and deepening his engagement with nineteenth‑century literary culture.
A specialist in Victorian studies, Dr Selleri has published widely on the intellectual, cultural, and aesthetic debates of the nineteenth century. His monograph, forthcoming with Edinburgh University Press, consolidates years of research into the period’s literary criticism and its broader cultural implications. He also serves on the editorial board of the Journal of Victorian Culture, contributing to the stewardship of one of the field’s leading scholarly platforms.
Dr Selleri brings this combination of scholarly precision, editorial expertise, and cross‑sector insight to The Global College Group Academic Board, where he plays a key role in shaping the organisation’s academic integrity and long‑term intellectual direction. His deep understanding of research culture and critical methodology strengthens TGCG’s commitment to rigorous standards, while his experience in both academia and the legal profession supports the Board’s work in governance, policy refinement, and quality assurance. Through his contributions, TGCG benefits from a voice that is analytically sharp, culturally attuned, and unwaveringly committed to academic excellence.
