Institutional Growth Initiative
The Institutional Growth Initiative (IGI) is a research initiative at Pan-Atlantic University dedicated to advancing interdisciplinary knowledge that addresses the African entrepreneurial ecosystem’s most pressing social, economic, and institutional challenges.
At IGI, our research is at the intersection of innovation, entrepreneurship and strategy where we transform evidence into practical solutions that empower communities and drive growth and development
Through research, collaboration, and capacity building, IGI aims to serve as a hub where academic excellence meets real-world impact.
Our Focus Area
Innovation & Entrepreneurship
We partner with academia and industry to co-create knowledge and innovation.
Institutions and SMEs
We partner with academia and industry to co-create knowledge and innovation.
The School of Management and Social Sciences is pleased to announce the launch of its pioneer research initiative: The Institutional Growth Initiative (IGI).
The Initiative has been established to:
- Strengthen our research capacity,
- Attract competitive external funding,
- Build faculty collaboration with industry and international partners, and
- Position PAU as a thought leader in addressing Africa’s institutional and socio-economic challenges.
IGI will provide a platform for faculty to affiliate their research projects, pursue funding opportunities, and disseminate impactful scholarship.
Dr Glory Enyinnaya (Department of Business Administration, SMSS) serves as Academic Director.
We look forward to your active participation as we build this new platform for collaborative research and impact.
What We Do
Applied Research
We conduct rigorous, context-driven studies that inform policy and practice.
Collaborations
We partner with academia and industry to co-create knowledge and innovation.
Capacity Building
We mentor students through workshops and projects.
Knowledge Sharing
We publish papers and foster dialogue across disciplines.
Our Approach
IGI brings together diverse perspectives from economists to technologists and social scientists to produce insights that can drive measurable change. Every research project is guided by our commitment to ethics, inclusion, and impact.