Professor Joan Lockyer
Professor Lockyer has held senior leadership roles in higher education, managing and developing programmes across undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels. She has extensive experience in product development and testing, as well as consultancy for a range of organisations. Her career also includes work as an independent researcher, author, reviewer, and book editor, contributing significantly to the advancement of entrepreneurship education and innovation. She engages with the public, private, and third sectors, providing professional and vocational development opportunities.
Work Experience
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Professor of Entrepreneurship
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Leadership in higher education programmes and initiatives
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Product development, testing, and consultancy experience
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Independent researcher, author, academic reviewer, and book editor
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Teaching and professional development across undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels
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Engagement with public, private, and third sector organisations
Professor Lockyer is recognised as a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA), reflecting her excellence in teaching, learning, and leadership in higher education. She is also a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts (FRSA), where she contributes to social progress, innovation, and the promotion of entrepreneurial education. These fellowships demonstrate her commitment to both academic excellence and societal impact.
Educational Qualification
Her professional expertise encompasses higher education leadership, curriculum development, and the integration of entrepreneurship and innovation into educational programmes. She is skilled in product development, testing, and consultancy, and excels in academic research, publication, and peer review. In addition, she provides teaching and professional development across all levels of study, supporting both students and practitioners in public, private, and third sector organisations.
Professional Skills
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Higher Education Leadership
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Entrepreneurship Education & Innovation
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Product Development & Testing
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Academic Research, Publication & Peer Review
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Teaching & Curriculum Development (All Levels)
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Professional & Vocational Development
Joan Lockyer is a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts. She continues to contribute actively to research, publication, and professional development initiatives within higher education and beyond.