Abu Bakar Uppal

IGCSE & A-Level Economics and Business Teacher

Economics Expert
10+ Years of Experience

Biography

With a decade of teaching experience at prestigious academic institutions, Abu Bakar Uppal is an accomplished educator specializing in IGCSE and A-Level Economics and Business. Holding an MPhil in Applied Economics (Magna Cum Laude, Higher Honors) from Forman Christian College, he brings both strong academic expertise and real-world insight to his classrooms.

Mr. Abu Bakar has served as a University Professor for 5 years, teaching advanced Economics courses and supervising student research, and has also published research papers in respected international universities, including Bond University. As Head of the Online Programme in the Department of Management Sciences at University of South Asia, he pioneered online and hybrid learning, modernizing teaching methods and digital tools for diverse student groups. His IGCSE and A-Level students consistently perform at an exceptional level, with 93% achieving A or A* grades, through a teaching approach focused on conceptual clarity, real-world application, and structured exam preparation.

Teaching Highlights

93%

A / A* Success Rate

10+ Years

Economics & Business Experience

MPhil Economics (Magna Cum Laude)

Qualification

International Research

Published Researcher

Subjects & Levels

Economics(IGCSE Β· O-Level Β· A-Level Β· Cambridge)
Business Studies(IGCSE Β· O-Level Β· A-Level Β· Cambridge)

Teaching Approach

Concept-to-Real-World Application:

Connects economic theory to real-world case studies and current events, helping students learn to think like economists.

Structured Exam Strategy:

Targeted past-paper practice and exam technique tailored to IGCSE and A-Level Economics and Business Studies.

Research-Informed Teaching:

Draws on his own research and university-level teaching experience to bring academic depth into every lesson.

Personalized Academic Support:

Individualized guidance that builds analytical skills, confidence, and exam readiness.

Professional Experience

Professor & Head of Online Programme (Dept. of Management Sciences)University of South Asia | 5 Years

Taught Fundamentals of Economics, Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Managerial Economics, Business Mathematics, Business Law and Statistics, while leading the Online Programme in the Department of Management Sciences and pioneering online and hybrid learning.

O/A-Level Business Studies and Economics TeacherThe City School, Shalimar Campus | August 2021 – Present

Teaches O-Level and A-Level Business Studies and Economics.

O/A-Level Economics TeacherRoots IVY | August 2021 – August 2023

Taught O-Level and A-Level Economics.

Research AssistantFC College | 2016 – 2017

Worked on the research paper β€œThe Re-Assessment of Finance-Growth Nexus, A Case Study of Developed and Developing Countries” with Dr. Shabib Haider Syed, Head of the Economics Department.

Teacher AssistantFC College | 2015 – 2016

Assisted with Microeconomics and Macroeconomics courses, including making assignments, quizzes and exams, grading, and resolving academic problems for students.

Education & Qualifications

MPhil (Applied Economics) – CGPA 3.846 (96%) – Magna Cum Laude, Higher Honors

Forman Christian College (A Chartered University)2015 – 2017

BSc Honors – Economics – CGPA 3.769 (94%) – Magna Cum Laude, Higher Honors

Forman Christian College (A Chartered University)2011 – 2015

A-Level – Economics, Mathematics & Law

Resource Academia2009 – 2011

O-Level – Economics, Business Studies & Accounting

Defence Public School2007 – 2009

Languages

English

Urdu

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