Teaching &
Educational Programs
Innovative Curriculum. Engaging Delivery.
Real-World Relevance.
As a university professor, curriculum designer, and consultant, I bring dynamic, experience-driven instruction to the classroom—both in person and online. With a unique blend of academic rigor and entrepreneurial insight, I develop and deliver programs that prepare students and professionals for leadership in today’s fast-moving business world.
Custom Course Development
Designing undergraduate and graduate-level courses in entrepreneurship, marketing, management consulting, and strategic leadership—aligned with institutional goals and learning outcomes.
Guest Lecturing & Speaking Engagements
Delivering engaging, story-rich lectures and workshops on topics such as entrepreneurial mindset, business model innovation, global consulting practices, and leadership under pressure.
Curriculum Innovation & Program Design
Partnering with deans, department chairs, and academic teams to create future-focused programs that reflect market needs and global business trends.
Virtual Learning Optimization
Adapting content for hybrid or online formats to maximize student engagement, interaction, and measurable outcomes.
Case-Based & Experiential Learning
Creating immersive projects, case competitions, and real-world simulations that bridge the gap between theory and practice.
Mentorship & Academic Coaching
Supporting students and emerging scholars with career development, capstone projects, and applied research in entrepreneurship and consulting.
Research
Giddarie, Mark A., "Identification of Entrepreneurial Competencies in I-Corps Site Teams at the University of South Florida" (2021). USF Tampa Graduate Theses and Dissertations.
https://digitalcommons.usf.edu/etd/8781
https://digitalcommons.usf.edu/etd/8781
Rogers, S. E., Miller, C. D., Flinchbaugh, C., Giddarie, M., & Barker, B. (2021). All internships are not created equal: Job design, satisfaction, and vocational development in paid and unpaid internships. Human Resource Management Review, 31, 100723. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.hrmr.2019.100723
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Education isn’t just about content—it’s about transformation. I help institutions deliver that
transformation with purpose, clarity, and a deep commitment to excellence.