— OUR TRAINERS
Specialists Who Have Done the Work
CIABT programmes are delivered by trainers drawn from academia and industry, each teaching in their own field of practice.
Human Resource Management
Procurement & Supply Chain
Immigration & Compliance
Finance & Investment
Accounting & Payroll
Leadership & Management
Trainer Directory
Eight professionals, five of them PhD-qualified, across finance, payroll, human resources, leadership, procurement and immigration compliance. Full profiles follow below:
Dr. Poonam Yadav — PhD — Business Management, Leadership & Organizational Development
Dr. Zulfiqar Ali Imran — PhD — Corporate Finance, Investment Management & Financial Analysis
Dr. Hamza Ajmal — PhD Finance, MSc Finance, MBA — Corporate Finance, Investment Analysis, Financial Modelling & Risk Management
Ghulam Mustafa Siyal — BBA; NPI-qualified — Canadian Payroll, Accounting, Bookkeeping & Microsoft Office
Muhammad Imran — CIPP, CIPM — Procurement, Supply Chain Management & Strategic Sourcing
Aisha Awan — BSc, MHA, RCIC-IRB — Canadian Immigration, Regulatory Compliance & Business Administration
Jessica Simnovec — PhD, Human Resource Management — Human Resource Management, Employee Relations & Performance Management
Dr. Abdullah Ejaz — Founder — Accounting, Corporate Finance, Leadership & Professional Development
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT EDUCATOR & CORPORATE TRAINER
Dr. Poonam Yadav
PhD
Dr. Poonam Yadav is an experienced academic and management educator with over 14 years of teaching experience. She specializes in management education, professional development, and practical business learning. Her teaching experience includes Canadian post-secondary institutions, including MacEwan University and NorQuest College in Alberta.
EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) — RK University, India (2012–2017).
• International credential assessment through Alberta IQAS.
• Focus: management education, leadership development and organizational effectiveness.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
• MacEwan University, Edmonton — Post-secondary teaching experience.
• NorQuest College, Alberta — Faculty of Business, Environment & Technology.
• 14+ years of teaching experience in management-related subjects and student development.
CORPORATE TRAINING EXPERTISE
Dr. Yadav brings extensive management teaching experience to professional and corporate training programs, with a focus on management principles, leadership development, and organizational effectiveness.
Her training approach emphasizes practical learning, critical thinking, communication, and the application of management concepts to workplace challenges.
She supports the professional development of managers, team leaders, and business professionals through engaging, learner-centred training.
FINANCE & INVESTMENT SPECIALIST
Dr. Zulfiqar Ali Imran
PhD
Dr. Zulfiqar Ali Imran is an experienced finance academic, researcher, and business educator with international teaching and research experience. He currently serves at Sohar University in Oman and previously held an academic appointment at the University of Lahore, Pakistan. His expertise includes corporate finance, investment management, financial markets, portfolio diversification, and applied financial research.
EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
• PhD — Universiti Utara Malaysia, Malaysia (2017–2020).
• Research specializations: financial economics, investment strategies, stock market behaviour, portfolio diversification and financial performance.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
• Sohar University, Oman — Current academic appointment in finance and business-related teaching and research.
• University of Lahore / Lahore Business School, Pakistan — Former Associate Professor of Finance.
• Published academic research in financial markets, investment management and portfolio diversification.
CORPORATE TRAINING EXPERTISE
Dr. Imran specializes in corporate finance, investment management, financial analysis, and strategic financial decision-making, connecting research and financial concepts with business challenges.
His training focuses on financial performance evaluation, investment analysis, portfolio diversification, risk management, and evidence-based financial decision-making.
He offers research-informed professional development for finance professionals, managers, business executives, and organizations seeking stronger analytical capabilities.
CORPORATE FINANCE SPECIALIST & FINANCIAL ANALYST
Dr. Hamza Ajmal
PhD, MSc, MBA
Dr. Hamza Ajmal is a finance professional, senior analyst, and researcher with international academic qualifications and expertise in financial analysis, quantitative research, and evidence-based decision-making. He holds a PhD in Finance from the University of Waikato, New Zealand, an MSc in Finance from Swansea University, United Kingdom, and an MBA from the University of Central Punjab, Pakistan. He serves as a Senior Analyst at Accident Compensation Corporation and Principal Investigator at Te Punaha Matatini, New Zealand.
EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Finance — University of Waikato, New Zealand.
• Master of Science (MSc) in Finance — Swansea University, United Kingdom.
• Master of Business Administration (MBA) — University of Central Punjab, Pakistan.
• Specializations: corporate finance, financial economics, financial analysis, investment management, risk management, quantitative analysis and applied financial research.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
• Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC), New Zealand — Senior Analyst, with experience in analysis, data interpretation, performance evaluation and evidence-based decision-making.
• Te Punaha Matatini, New Zealand — Principal Investigator, involved in quantitative and interdisciplinary research and analytical modelling.
• International academic background and applied financial research experience.
CORPORATE TRAINING EXPERTISE
Dr. Ajmal specializes in corporate finance, financial management, investment analysis, financial risk management, and strategic financial decision-making.
His training focuses on financial statement analysis, financial modelling, capital budgeting, investment appraisal, financial forecasting, quantitative analysis, and data-driven decision-making.
Combining doctoral-level finance expertise with senior analytical responsibilities and research leadership, he offers advanced, research-informed training for finance professionals, managers, and executives.
PAYROLL SPECIALIST & ACCOUNTING TRAINER
Ghulam Mustafa Siyal
BBA
Ghulam Mustafa Siyal is a business educator, payroll professional, and entrepreneur with experience in post-secondary teaching, payroll training, accounting, and Microsoft Office applications. He combines academic knowledge with practical business experience to deliver career-focused training.
EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) — Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT), Edmonton.
• National Payroll Institute (NPI) — Payroll-qualified professional.
• Specializations: Canadian payroll, accounting, bookkeeping and Microsoft Office.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
• Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT) — Instructor in career-focused business education.
• Heritage College, Calgary — Payroll Instructor, delivering payroll-related courses.
• Ciyal Properties — Owner and entrepreneur, with experience in business operations and administration.
CORPORATE TRAINING EXPERTISE
Ghulam Mustafa Siyal specializes in Canadian payroll, accounting, bookkeeping, and Microsoft Office training, helping professionals develop practical workplace skills.
His training focuses on payroll calculations, statutory deductions, payroll compliance, accounting fundamentals, and the effective use of Microsoft Excel, Word, and other Office applications.
Combining teaching experience at NAIT and Heritage College with entrepreneurial experience, he offers practical, industry-relevant training for employees, business owners, and administrative professionals.
PROCUREMENT & SUPPLY CHAIN SPECIALIST
Muhammad Imran
CIPP, CIPM
Muhammad Imran is an experienced procurement and supply chain management professional with over 14 years of industry experience in the Middle East. He specializes in strategic procurement, sourcing, contract negotiations, supplier relationship management, and supply chain operations.
EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
• University of Central Punjab, Pakistan — Higher education studies (2007–2010).
• Certified International Procurement Professional (CIPP).
• Certified International Procurement Manager (CIPM).
• Additional professional training: Supply Chain Foundations, Project Management, Time Management and Task Prioritization, and Competition Law Compliance.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
• Alkhorayef Industries Company, Saudi Arabia — Procurement and supply chain management experience.
• 14+ years in procurement, purchasing, supplier management, sourcing and supply chain operations in the Middle East.
• Experience in supplier evaluation, contract negotiation, procurement planning and operational efficiency.
CORPORATE TRAINING EXPERTISE
Muhammad Imran specializes in procurement management, strategic sourcing, supply chain operations, and supplier relationship management, helping professionals strengthen purchasing decisions.
His training focuses on contract negotiations, supplier evaluation, procurement planning, cost reduction strategies, and supply chain efficiency.
Drawing on over 14 years of international procurement experience and CIPP/CIPM qualifications, he provides industry-oriented learning for procurement officers, purchasing managers, and executives.
CANADIAN IMMIGRATION SPECIALIST & CORPORATE TRAINER
Aisha Awan
BSc, MHA, RCIC-IRB
Aisha Awan is a Canadian immigration professional, entrepreneur, and business leader with an academic background in science, healthcare administration, and immigration law. As the owner of Ivolve Immigration Inc., she combines professional expertise with entrepreneurial experience to support individuals and organizations navigating Canadian immigration processes.
EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor of Science (BSc).
• Master of Health Administration (MHA).
• Graduate Diploma in Immigration and Citizenship Law — Queen's University, Canada (2023–2024).
• Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC-IRB) — Professional designation.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
• Ivolve Immigration Inc. — Owner and immigration consultant.
• North America Institute of Training and Development — Professional affiliation.
• Immigration consulting, regulatory documentation, client advisory services and business management.
CORPORATE TRAINING EXPERTISE
Aisha Awan specializes in Canadian immigration procedures, regulatory compliance, professional ethics, and immigration-related business practices.
Her training approach emphasizes immigration documentation, client communication, regulatory awareness, and practical problem-solving for immigration consulting and related services.
Drawing on immigration qualifications, healthcare administration education, and entrepreneurship, she offers practical learning opportunities for business professionals and administrative teams.
HUMAN RESOURCES & EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP
Jessica Simnovec
PhD, Human Resource Management
Jessica Simnovec is a human resources and educational leadership specialist with approximately 20 years of experience in post-secondary education and related professional roles. Her work spans institutional leadership, staff development, and organizational management, supporting professional growth, mentoring, and career development.
EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Human Resource Management.
• Experienced professional in post-secondary education and educational administration.
• Background in institutional leadership, staff development, and organizational management.
• Experience supporting professional growth, mentoring, and career development.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
• Approximately 20 years of experience in post-secondary education and related professional roles.
• Experience in educational leadership and institutional operations.
• Associated with the Academy of Healthcare Services.
• Experience supporting staff coaching, mentoring, and faculty development.
• Involvement in professional development workshops and organizational improvement initiatives.
CORPORATE TRAINING EXPERTISE
• Leadership and Management Development.
• Organizational Development and Team Building.
• Coaching, Mentoring, and Staff Development.
• Educational Leadership and Institutional Management.
• Workplace Communication and Employee Engagement.
• Career Development and Professional Readiness.
• Faculty Training and Professional Development.
• Organizational Performance and Continuous Improvement.
Work With Our Trainers
To discuss a programme with any of our trainers, or to request a customised corporate programme built around your team, contact CIABT and we will match you to the right specialist
Canadian Institute for Applied Business Training
Applied Software, Finance & Executive Leadership Training led by Dr. Abdullah Ejaz—University Educator, Researcher & Corporate Trainer
Dr. Abdullah Ejaz, (PhD, MSc, MBA, BCOMM)
Phone: +1 780-318-0989
Email: nccbt2026@gmail.com
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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