BOOKS
Osula, B. (2009). Liderazgo transformador: Centrado en principios (English Translation). Lima, Peru: Puma Publishers.
Shawe, C., & Osula, B. (2008). Leadership: Made in the image of God. (in press).
Osula, B., & Shawe. C. (2008). Sailing free!: A personal devotional in times of trouble. (in press).
Osula, B., & Banks, B. (2008). Preparing for tomorrow’s world: Globalization and executive leadership development. In J. Budhraja (Ed.) (2008). Leadership development in 21st century: Creating a winning edge. ICFAI University Press, Hyderabad: India.
Osula, B. (2008). Redirecting the course of the river!: The essence of values-based leadership. In Leaders Voice … For Budding Executives. Annamalai University Press.
Osula, B., & Cazort, M. (2008). Leaders and followers in an ethical culture. In K. B. S. Kumar (Ed.) Managing change: The rising vistas. ICFAI University Press, Hyderabad: India.
BOOK REVIEWS
Osula, B. (2009, Fall). Asonzeh Ukah, (2009). A new paradigm of pentecostal power: A study of the redeemed Christian Church of God in Nigeria. Africa World Press. PNEUMA.
Osula, B. (2009). Ranger, Terence O., (Ed.) (2008). Evangelical Christianity and democracy in
Africa. Oxford University Press. Religious Studies Review 35(1), pp. 65-66.
Osula, B. (2007). Falola, T., (2005). Christianity and social change in Africa: Essays in honor of J. D. Y. Peel. PNEUMA 29(2).
ARTICLES
Osula, B. (2009). Consulting 101 - Top 10 strategies for effective consulting. In E-journal resources of the Engstrom Institute in the Executive Leadership theme section www.engstrominstitute.com. [Linked from the main page of the Christian Leadership Alliance front door to the Engstrom Institute].
Osula, B., (2009). Understanding Where the Race is Headed: Diversity and Executive Leadership. In, E-journal resources of the Engstrom Institute in the Executive Leadership theme section www.engstrominstitute.com. [Linked from the main page of the Christian Leadership Alliance front door to the Engstrom Institute].
Irvin, S., & Osula, B. (2009). Cultural awareness in intercultural mentoring: A model for enhancing mentoring relationships. International Journal of Leadership Studies, 5(1). [Download PDF]
Osula, B. (2009, February). Lacking conviction?: Leadership studies, culture and african development. The Christian Sociologist, 33(4).
Osula, B., & Upadhyay, S. (2009). Compassion, culture and business development: Exploring divergent dimensions of corporate values in India. Survey, Indian Institute of Social Welfare and Business Management, 48(3-4).
Osula, B. (2009, March). Rediscovering markets while singing in perfect harmony: Revaluing the customer as community. Regent Global Business Review, 3(1). [Download PDF]
Osula, B. (2008, August). Leaning forward: Developing transformational leaders in today’s organizations. Foundational Leadership. Published by HITS, Jakarta, Indonesia Magazine, Edition 19
Bocarnea, M. C., & Osula, B. (2008). Edifying the new man: Romanian communist leadership’s mythopoeia. International Journal of Leadership Studies, 3(2). [Download PDF]
Osula, B., & Upadhyay, S. (2008, February). Exploring the multiple dimensions of corporate values: The story of Indian corporations. The Vision: Journal of Management and Allied Sciences, 3(3). School of Management Sciences, Bengal Engineering and Science University.
Osula, B., & Banks, B. (2008, February). Preparing for tomorrow’s world: Globalization and executive leadership development. HRM Review. ICFAI University Press, Hyderabad: India.
Osula, B., & Upadhyay, S. (2008, February). Extending probity in a global economy: Corporate governance in international business. Global CEO Journal. ICFAI University Press, Hyderabad: India.
Osula, B., & Cazort, M. (2007, November). Leaders and followers in an ethical culture. HRM Review. ICFAI University Press, Hyderabad: India.
Osula, B. (2007, Fall). Toward a more inclusive view of leadership. The Christian Sociologist.
Grace-Odeleye, B., & Osula. B. (2007, Spring). The role of forgiveness in the leadership practices of women leaders in higher education. Advancing Women in Leadership.
Osula, B., & Glenn, S. (2003). Bringing space down to earth: Diversity and the entrepreneurial spirit. Redhotcurry.com. http://www.redhotcurry.com/money/luton_entrepreneurs.htm
ADDITIONAL PAPERS/ABSTRACTS/PUBLICATIONS
Osula, B. (2009). We live in interesting times. Editorial, Journal of Practical Consulting, 3(2). [Download PDF]
Osula, B. (2008, August). Zip, zing, and consulting success. Editorial, Journal of Practical Consulting.
Osula, B. (2008). Guest Foreword in Udoh-Grossfurthner, S. (2008). Pathways of life: A collection of poems. Leicester, UK: Troubador Publishers.
Osula, B. (2007). Making the right moves: Leadership in a multicultural society. Presented at London Metropolitan University, London, UK. Published by DEMOS UK.
Osula, B. (2007, May). Roots, rock, rebel: Exploring biblical leadership: Reclaiming the barricade. Presented at the Biblical Perspectives in Leadership Research Roundtable. Virginia Beach, VA.
Bocarnea, M. C., & Osula, B. (2007). Leadership that was supposed to transform: The Romanian communist leadership’s myth of the new man. Presented at 2007 International Academic Symposium on Value-Based Leadership. Stellenbosch University, Cape Town, South Africa.
Osula, B., & Tjiong, W. (2006). Christian leadership in a multi-ethnic society: Issues of content and design. Presented at the Conference on Higher Learning, Montego Bay, Jamaica.
Bocarnea, M. C., & Osula, B. (2006). Servant leadership and spirituality: Love as resonance between leaders and followers. Presented at the 2006 International Academic Symposium on Value-Based Leadership. Stellenbosch University, Cape Town, South Africa.
Osula, B., (2006). Critical thinking. A 10-part DVD Series. Adapted for Blackboard Content. Produced in collaboration with Regent University's Center for Teaching and Learning.
Osula, B. (2004). The making of effective leadership. Taped interview for Crystal Clear Radio, Bermuda.
Osula, B., (2004). The role of creativity in problem-based learning (PBL). Presented at the 15th International Conference on College Teaching and learning. Tallahassee, FL.
FUNDED RESEARCH IN PROGRESS
Fresh Fire: Global Perspectives in Education.
WORKING PAPERS
Osula, B. (2007). Ethics, power, and the pastorate.
Osula, B. (2007). Diversity and leadership in HR development.
Osula, B. (2005). When rebel leadership matters: Going in search of moral leadership. Questions of meaning and interpretation.
Osula, B. (2004). Singlehood, leadership and the church.
Osula, B., & Henkel, H. (2004). The role of the hero in the development of leadership and Western Civilization: David and Odysseus as ideals of Hebrew and Greek leadership.
Osula, B. (2003). Thinking aloud: Thoughts on singlehood and leadership.
Osula, B. (2003). Christian leadership in a multi-ethnic society.
Osula, B. (2002). The leadership task: Developing a post-structural framework.
PRESENTATIONS
Osula, B. (2009). The power of critical thinking. Faculty Workshop. Regent University School of Undergraduate Studies, Virginia Beach, VA, August 8.
Osula, B. (2009). Building a world-class church. Second Calvary Baptist Church. Norfolk, VA, July 31.
Osula, B. (2009). Creating a world-class organization. Impact Series 2009. Center for Effective Organizations. Regent University, Virginia Beach, VA, June 11.
Osula, B. (2009). Global leadership: A panel. Master’s Residency. School of Global Leadership & Entrepreneurship. Regent University, Virginia Beach, VA, May.
Osula, B. (2009). Critical thinking. Doctoral Residency. School of Global Leadership & Entrepreneurship. Regent University, Virginia Beach, VA, May.
Osula, B. (2009). Consulting practice: Issues and perspectives. School of Global Leadership & Entrepreneurship. Regent University, Virginia Beach, VA, May.
Osula, B. (2009). Global issues in leadership: Poverty. Doctoral Residency. School of Global Leadership & Entrepreneurship. Regent University, Virginia Beach, VA, May.
Osula, B. (2009). Unfinished business: Orientation. Doctoral Residency. School of Global Leadership & Entrepreneurship. Regent University, Virginia Beach, VA, May.
Osula, B. (2009). Whose life are you living?: The urgency of leadership. Redeemer Christian Church of God, Bowie, MD, April 18.
Osula, B. (2009). God will finish the work. Council of Graduate Students (COGS) Devotional – Regent University, Virginia Beach, VA, March 11.
Osula, B. (2009). How now shall we teach & learn? Roundtable Discussion with GLE Faculty. RUGlobal, Global Learning for Christian Leadership Initiative. Library Auditorium. Regent University, Virginia Beach, VA, February 26.
Osula, B. (2009). The fierce urgency of now!: Leadership, diversity and new possibilities for the nation. Naval Air Station (NAS) Oceana, Virginia Beach, VA, January 29.
Osula, B. (2008). The forest and the trees: Moving from “what” to “who” in search of authentic leadership. Roundtable presentation. International Leadership Association (ILA), Los Angeles, CA, November 12-15.
Osula, B. (2008). Which way Africa?: Charting a forward leadership course- Nigeria at the crossroads. Panel Presentation. International Leadership Association (ILA), Los Angeles, CA, November 12-15.
Osula, B. (2008). First steps. Transformational Leadership and Team Development. Department of Court Services, Government of Bermuda, June 10.
Osula, B. (2008). Interview. Special Correspondent. The Royal Gazette. Bermuda, June 9.
Osula, B. (2008). [A.N. Title] Leadership Workshop. Men’s Day. Midland Heights, Bermuda, June 7.
Osula, B. (2008). Crossroads. Sermon at Midland Heights Church, Bermuda, June 7.
Osula, B. (2008) Bolivia Presentations, May.
Osula, B. (2008). 2nd Service. Sermon IES Church, Jakarta, Indonesia, April 26.
Osula, B. (2008). Crossroads! 1st Service Sermon IES Church, Jakarta, Indonesia, April 26.
Osula, B. (2008). Contentment: The gift of being reborn. Sermon IES Church, Jakarta, Indonesia, April 26.
Osula, B. (2008). The final frontier: The call of teaching. Keynote Address at “Teaching With Style” Seminar for 1200 Jakarta Teachers and Leaders. Jakarta, Indonesia, April 26.
Osula, B. (2008). Presentation on Community Development to D.Min. students. Transformational Leadership Module for graduate students. HITS Jakarta, Indonesia, April 26.
Osula, B. (2008). Leadership measurement. Transformational Leadership Module for graduate students. HITS Jakarta, Indonesia, April 26.
Osula, B. (2008). Building strength from within: Transformational leadership and team development. Transformational Leadership Module for graduate students. HITS Jakarta, Indonesia, April.
Osula, B. (2008). Sounds of silence: Transformational leadership and listening. Transformational Leadership Module for graduate students. HITS Jakarta, Indonesia, April 26.
Osula, B. (2008). Leading effective change. Transformational Leadership Module for graduate students. HITS Jakarta, Indonesia, April 26.
Osula, B. (2008). Inspiring followers. Transformational Leadership Module for graduate students. HITS Jakarta, Indonesia, April 25.
Osula, B. (2008). Developing followers: The fine art of follower development. Transformational Leadership Module for graduate students. HITS Jakarta, Indonesia, April 25.
Osula, B. (2008). The objectives of transformational leadership. Transformational Leadership Module for graduate students. HITS Jakarta, Indonesia, April 25.
Osula, B. (2008). Discovering authentic leadership. Transformational Leadership Module for graduate students. HITS Jakarta, Indonesia, April 25.
Osula, B. (2008). The components of transformational leadership. Transformational Leadership Module for graduate students. HITS Jakarta, Indonesia, April 25.
Osula, B. (2008). The central task of transformational leadership. Transformational Leadership Module for graduate students. HITS Jakarta, Indonesia, April 24.
Osula, B. (2008). Mapping the course: The art of transformational Leadership. Transformational Leadership Module for graduate students. HITS Jakarta, Indonesia, April 24.
Osula, B. (2008). The significance of power, trust, and communication in leadership. Transformational Leadership Module for graduate students. HITS Jakarta, Indonesia, April 24.
Osula, B. (2008). The heart of the matter: Finding your leadership center. Transformational Leadership Module for graduate students. HITS Jakarta, Indonesia, April 24.
Osula, B. (2008). Unveiling leadership: Principles and questions. Transformational Leadership Module for graduate students. HITS Jakarta, Indonesia, April 24.
Osula, B. (2008). Making the connection: Notes on beginning leadership. Transformational Leadership Module for graduate students. HITS Jakarta, Indonesia, April 24.
Osula, B. (2008). Globalization and popular culture: Cross-cultural lessons. Society for Cross-Cultural Research (SCCR) 2008. LePavillon Hotel, New Orleans, LA, February.
Osula, B. (2007). Steppin’ up! Leadership Presentation at Christian Love Baptist Church, Irvington, NJ, November.
Osula, B. (2007). City voices. Leadership Forum. Dallas, TX, November.
Osula, B. (2007). Panel Participant. El Lider que el Peru Necesita III, A Leadership Conference. Lima, Peru, November.
Osula, B. (2007). Esuchando el Seguidor - Listening and Followership. El Lider que el Peru Necesita III, A Leadership Conference. Lima, Peru, November.
Osula, B. (2007). Teniendo Conversaciones. El Lider que el Peru Necesita III, A Leadership Conference. Lima, Peru, November.
Osula, B. (2007). Leadership and team development. St. Philip Neri Parish Church, Houston, TX, October.
Osula, B. (2007). From perspiration to inspiration: Project research designs. D.Min. Orientation. Regent University, Virginia Beach, VA, October.
Osula, B. (2007). Sanctified saints-impure prophetesses: A cross-cultural reflection on gender and power in two Afro-Christian spirit-privileging churches. Paper Presented by Deidre Crumbley. Respondent. Women in Pentecostal-Charismatic Leadership Colloquium. Spring Series. Regent University, Virginia Beach, VA, June.
Osula, B. (2007). Issues in leadership: The poverty challenge. DSL Residency. The Founders Inn and Spa, Virginia Beach, VA, May.
Osula, B. (2007). Roots, rock, rebel: Exploring biblical leadership, reclaiming the barricade. Biblical Perspectives in Leadership Research Roundtable. The Founders Inn and Spa. Virginia Beach, VA, May.
Osula, B. (2007). Performance measurement: Leading from where you are and helping people get where the ministry wants them to be. Regent-Project Bridges Seminar. First Baptist Church of Glenarden, Landover, MD, April.
Osula, B. (2007). Listening to the follower: Leading from where you are and helping people get where the ministry wants them to be. Regent-Project Bridges Seminar. First Baptist Church of Glenarden, Landover, MD, April.
Osula, B. (2007). Reciprocity in ethical behavior. 11th European Business Ethics Network – UK Conference & 9th Ethics and Human Resource Management Conference. Ain’t Misbehaving?: Organizations, Ethics and Misbehaviour. The Business School, Cheltenham, UK, Aril 12-13.
Osula, B. (2007). Radio Interview. BBC Radio Nightwaves London, UK, March.
Osula, B. (2007). Making the right moves: Leadership in a multicultural society. Keynote Speaker, Speech on Leadership, Culture, and Diversity at London Metropolitan University, London, UK, March.
Osula, B. (2007). Board Development. Consultant Presentations. TSN. The Founders Inn and Spa, Virginia Beach, VA, February.
Osula, B. (2007). Our exploding future. Mailer Education Day 2007. Keynote Speaker, Hampton Roads Postal Customer Council. Hilton Norfolk Airport, Norfolk, VA, February.
Osula, B. (2007). You’ve got a right to the tree of life: The biblical foundations of an empowered attitude. Respondent. Paper Presented by Cheryl Townsend Gilkes. Women in Pentecostal-Charismatic Leadership Colloquium. Spring Series. Regent University, Virginia, VA, February.
Osula, B. (2007). Give me a place to stand and I will move the world. Keynote Speaker, LEAP Academy University Charter High School. Camden, NJ, February.
Osula, B. (2006). Board development and fundraising strategies. Consultant Presentations. TSN. Founders Inn & Conference Center, Virginia Beach, VA, November.
Osula, B. (2006). African Leadership Panel. Respondent. International Leadership Association Conference. Chicago, IL, November.
Osula, B. (2006). Qualitative-quantitative designs in research projects. Guest Presenter, Regent University, Virginia Beach, VA, October.
Osula, B. (2006, October). Women and leadership: Redefining the vanguard. Paper presented by Karen Kossie-Chernyshev. Respondent, Fall Symposium: Historical Perspectives. Regent University, School of Divinity, Virginia Beach, VA.
Osula, B. (2006). Crossroads. Presenter, Rosedale SDA Church, Guelph, Canada, June.
Osula, B. (2006). Communications and effective leadership and leadership audit. Presenter-Facilitator Senior Leadership Team Staff Development Retreat. Part of “Vision Quest” Virginia State University Office of Development, Staff Retreat. Renaissance Portsmouth Hotel & Waterfront Center, Portsmouth, VA, June.
Osula, B. (2006). Christian leadership in a multi-ethnic society: Issues of content and design. Conference on Higher Learning, Montego Bay, Jamaica, June.
Osula, B. (2006). My career as a sociologist. Career Presentation, Centennial Collegiate Vocational Institute. Guelph, Ontario, Canada, April.
Osula, B. (2005). Open your mind: Learning to think critically. Food for Thought Lunch Series. Regent University, Virginia Beach, VA, January 24.
Osula, B. (2004). Shared meanings: Going in search of effective communication. Staff Development Workshop, Regent Student Housing, Virginia Beach, VA, September.
Osula, B. (2004). Many are called, few are effective: Stumbling blocks and stepping stones. (A One-Act Play). Panel Presentation, Ph.D. Residency. School of Leadership Studies. Regent University, Virginia Beach, VA, August.
Osula, B. (2004). Walking through life blindly: A meditation on our times. Keynote Speaker, DuPont Hotel, Wilmington, DE, June.
Osula, B. (2004). The role of creativity in problem based learning. 15th International Conference on College Teaching and Learning, FL.
Osula, B. (2004). The discipline of contentment. Keynote Speaker, Singlehood Conference, Newbold College, Berkshire, UK, March.
Osula, B. (2004). Moving forward: Supplementary education, participation and action. Keynote Speaker, Education Conference, Birmingham, UK, February.
Osula, B. (2004). Christian leadership in a multi-ethnic society. D.Min. Module Presentation. Regent University, School of Divinity, Virginia Beach, VA, March.
Osula, B. (2004). Workshop Facilitator, Partnerships - National Conference: Supplementary Schools – The Way Forward. Botanical Gardens, Birmingham, UK, February.
Osula, B. (2004) Keynote Address, National Conference: Supplementary Schools – The Way Forward. Botanical Gardens, Birmingham, UK, February.
Osula, B. (2003). People, diversity and society: Creating a balance. MCCE Conference, Luton University, England.
Osula, B. (2002). Rebel with a cause: The making and unmaking of true leadership. Leadership Forum Series, Alexandria, VA.
CONFERENCES
International Leadership Association (ILA), Los Angeles, CA, November 12-15, 2008.
Autonomous Learning World Caucus, Linton Lodge, Oxford, UK, March 9 – 13, 2008.
Society for Cross-Cultural Research (SCCR) 2008. LePavillon Hotel, New Orleans, LA.
El Lider que el Peru Necesita III, A Leadership Conference. Lima, Peru, November 8 – 10, 2007.
Autonomous Learning World Caucus – Exeter College and Linton Lodge; Oxford University, Oxford, UK, March 25 – 29, 2007.
International Leadership Association – Chicago, IL, November, 2006.
World Futures Society: Creating Global Strategies for Humanity’s Future. Sheraton Center Toronto Hotel. Toronto, Ontario, Canada, July 28 – 30, 2006.
Christian Leadership in a Multi-Ethnic Society: Issues of Content and Design. Conference on Higher Learning, Montego Bay, Jamaica, June 2006.
The Role of Creativity in problem-Based learning (PBL). 15th International Conference on College Teaching and learning, FL, March 29 - April 2, 2004.
"MCCE 2003" Multicultural Conference on Competitiveness and Enterprise: A Celebration of Diversity - Luton University, Luton, Bedfordshire, UK, November 24, 2003.
CONSULTANCIES
MAP-International
MAP-Bolivia – Evaluation of Integrated Health Promoters and Other Programs, Cochabamba and Chilimarca Bolivia. May 22 - 28, 2008.
Dollar Tree Stores
Metropolitan Police Service
A Caribbean Government Client
TSN
SAP Bureau Worldwide
Education Policy, Systems Structures; Global Leadership; Organizational Change, Institutional Management; Community Involvement, Mobilization; Leadership Development; Service Learning, Human Resource Management, Capacity Planning; Urban-Rural Development; Performance Management; Youth Arts Development; Team Building, Learning Strategies; Project Monitoring; Training the Trainer; Quality Assurance; Cultural Diversity; Mentoring; Entrepreneurial Development; Curriculum Policy, Planning; Policy Analysis; Learning Audit; Recruitment Training, Stress Management; Monitoring and Evaluation.
COURSE MATERIAL
Osula, B. (2007). Cross-cultural and Global Leadership Issues: Africa
Osula, B. (2007). Charlatan or God’s Champion? Consulting A Way to Impact Others
Osula, B. (2007). Issues in Leadership: The Poverty Challenge
Osula, B. (2006). Leadership Consulting
Osula, B. (2005). Unfinished Business
Osula, B. (2004). From Perspiration to Inspiration: Qualitative Research Methods
Osula, B. (2004). Consulting: A Way To Impact Others
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