Dr. Olivia J. Pemberton

Olivia Pemberton is a Professor in the Department of International Business at International University Canada, where she teaches and mentors students across the School of Business. Her academic work focuses on global trade policy, examining how tariffs, trade agreements, and international commercial regulations shape the strategic decisions multinational organizations make about where and how to conduct business globally.

Throughout her academic career, Olivia Pemberton has developed a teaching approach that connects trade policy analysis with practical business strategy, helping students understand how changes in trade regulations directly affect business decisions around sourcing, manufacturing location, and market access. She encourages students to monitor trade policy developments as a core component of international business strategy.

In her courses, Olivia Pemberton draws on trade policy case studies, international commerce regulation frameworks, and current research in global trade strategy to help students understand the policy dimensions affecting international business decisions. Students explore topics such as tariff and trade agreement analysis, the business implications of trade disputes, strategies for navigating changing trade policy environments, and the role of international trade organizations in shaping global commerce rules.

As a Professor within the Department of International Business, Olivia Pemberton plays a leading role in shaping curriculum that prepares students for strategic roles within organizations navigating complex global trade environments. She works closely with colleagues across the School of Business to ensure that coursework reflects current developments in international trade policy and their business implications.

Olivia Pemberton is particularly committed to mentoring students who aspire to strategic roles in international business, helping them develop the policy literacy and strategic analysis skills required to anticipate and respond to trade policy changes affecting their organizations. She designs coursework that combines policy theory with practical case-based business strategy analysis.

Recognizing that many of her students are working professionals studying online, Olivia Pemberton structures her courses with accessible policy case studies, clear strategic frameworks, and consistent opportunities for applied discussion. Her approach to online teaching emphasizes developing the kind of policy-aware strategic thinking needed for leadership roles in international business.

Students who study under Olivia Pemberton often highlight her ability to connect trade policy with genuine business strategy relevance. Her long-term goal as an educator is to help students develop the strategic and policy expertise needed to advance into leadership roles within international business and global trade strategy.