Nusrat-Jahan-Abubakar (PhD)
Director, University Relations Directorate
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An enthusiastic, hardworking, result-oriented and self-motivated individual with more than eighteen years of experience in Lower, Junior and Higher education management, academic records management, and student/faculty support.
I am an excellent communicator as well as an excellent team builder and team leader.
Publications
| No. | PUBLICATION |
|---|---|
| 1 | Abubakar, N. Sighn, G. Mohammed, I. Development of Total Quality Management Framework for Higher Education Institutions in Ghana- A Case Study of Three Public Universities -Asian Journal of Management. ISSN 0976-495X (Print), 2321-5763 (Online) Vol 9(1): |
| 2 | Abubakar, N-J, Luki, B.N. A review of Total Quality Management in Higher Education in Ghana – Proceedings of INCEDI 2016 Conference Accra, Ghana. ISBN: 978-9988-2-3994-7. Pp:717 - 731 |
| 3 | Abubakar, N-J, Djaba, G. T, Luki, B.N. E-Procurement in Public Second Cycle Schools in Ghana – Proceedings of INCEDI 2016 Conference Accra, Ghana. ISBN: 978-9988-2-3994-7. Pp:658 – 666 |
| 4 | Amoah, A. Abubakar, N. Sikayena, I. Koomson, Investigating into factors accounting for the effective implementation of reverse logistics in Ghana. International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Development, Vol 4, Issue No. 6 |
| 5 | Amoah, A. Abubakar, N. Sikayena, I. Investigating into factors for cognitive dissonance (post purchase regrets). International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Development Online ISSN: 2349-4182, Print ISSN: 2349-5979, Impact Factor: RJIF 5.72 |
| 6 | Luki, B.N, Abubakar, A. Dispute Settlement in the Oil and Gas Industry: Why is International Arbitration Important? - Journal of Energy Technologies and Policy. ISSN 2224-3232 (Paper) ISSN 2225-0573 (Online) Vol.6, No.4 |
| 7 | Luki, B.N, Abubakar, N. Carbon Dioxide Capture And Storage (CSS) Technology As A Climate Change Mitigation Option: What Are The Legal And Regulatory Frameworks For Its Deployment? - Journal of Energy Technologies and Policy. ISSN 2224-3232 (Paper); ISSN 2225-0573 (Online). Vol. 5, No. 10 . |
| 8 | Ujakpa, M. Arora, R. Abubakar, N. Agblewornu, V. Dick Sagoe, C. Application of Virtual Learning Technologies in Teaching and Learning in Tertiary Institutions in Ghana. KIE Conference Instabul, Vol III |
| 9 | Arora, R, Ujakpa, M.M, Nooni, I.K, Fianko, S.K, Hammond, S.O, Luki, B.N & Abubakar, N. Non-monetary Incentive (NMI) as a Motivating Factor to Improve Job Performance in the Ghanaian Construction Industry: A case of Justmoh Limited – Aussie-Sino Studies, Vol. 2, Issue No. 1 |
| No. | PUBLICATIONS UNDER REVIEW |
|---|---|
| 1 | Abubakar,N. Sighn, G. Quality Assurance Frameworks for Higher Education Institutions: The Case of Public Universities in Ghana/ Realities of Quality Assurance Frameworks for Higher Education Institutions in Developing Countries(Africa). International Journal of Applied Environmental Sciences (IJAES). |
| 2 | Abubakar, N. Sighn, G. Barriers to the Uptake of TQM in Ghana: A Case Study of Public Universities in Ghana/ Barriers to the Uptake of TQM: A Case Study of Public Universities in Ghana. International Journal of Applied Environmental Sciences (IJAES). |
| 3 | Abubakar, N. Sighn, G. Efficacy of TQM Framework in Public Universities in Ghana. International Journal of Applied Environmental Sciences (IJAES). |
Qualifications
| DATE | DEGREE/QUALIFICATION | INSTITUTION |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 – 2020 | PhD (Management and Commerce) | Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences, Bangalore India |
| 2019 – 2020 | Master of Arts (Public Relations) | Ghana Institute of Journalism, Ghana |
| 2011 - 2012 | MSc Supply Chain Management | Coventry University, Coventry, United Kingdom |
| 2004 - 2006 | B.A Integrated Development Studies | University for Development Studies, Wa Campus, Ghana |
| 1997- 2000 | Three-year Post-Secondary Teachers’ Certificate | Tamale Teacher Training College, Tamale, Ghana |
Professional Training
| Three-year Post-Secondary Teachers’ Certificate (Teacher’s Cert A) 1997- 2000 Tamale Teacher Training College, Tamale, Ghana |
| Professional Certificate in project management 2016 Ghana Technology University College |
Positions Held
| Secretary/Member of the Planning Committee of the GCTU Top 100 Achievers Awards (November 2022) Ghana Communication Technology University |
| Secretary/Member of the Planning Committee of the GCTU Top 30 Achievers Awards (August 2022) Ghana Communication Technology University |
| Member, Committee to Investigate Alleged Fraudulent and Discriminatory HR Practices, Suppression of Academic Rank and Examination Leakages and Misconduct at GCTU (August 2022) Ghana Communication Technology University |
| President, GAUA – GCTU Chapter (August 2022 - ) Ghana Communication Technology University |
| Secretary/Member of the Rebranding, Marketing and Sponsorship Committee of GCTU (July 2022) Ghana Communication Technology University |
| Member, Administrative Procedures Handbook Development Committee (July 2022) Ghana Communication Technology University |
| Secretary, Conditions of Service Framework and Allowances Schedule Committee (February 2022) Ghana Communication Technology University |
| Member, Evaluation Panel for the Procurement of Goods – Printing of GCTU Paraphernalia/Souvenirs (January 2022) Ghana Communication Technology University |
| Member, Evaluation Panel for the Procurement of Goods – Production of Scrolls for Graduation (January 2022) Ghana Communication Technology University |
| Secretary, GCTU Registrar Search Committee (January 2022) Ghana Communication Technology University |
| Acting President, GAUA – GCTU Chapter (2021 – 2022) Ghana Communication Technology University |
| Chairperson, Investiture Planning Committee (October 2021) Ghana Communication Technology University |
| Member, Re-Constituted Statutes Review Committee (October 2021) Ghana Communication Technology University |
| Member, Governing Council 2020 – present Ghana Communication Technology University |
| Member, GCTU Council Sub Committee (Monitoring and Implementation Committee) Ghana Communication Technology University |
| Member, GCTU Registrar Search Committee (August 2020) Ghana Communication Technology University |
| Chair (2019-2020) Association of Senior Administrators (ASMAG) Ghana Technology University College |
| Member, Interim Governing Council (November 2018) Ghana Technology University College |
| Co-chair of Ghana Technology University College, Takoradi Campus committees: Disciplinary, Academic, Students’ affairs, Admissions, Research and publications, Graduate school, Exams/Timetable/Graduation, Quality assurance committee |
| Member, Academic Board Committee (2018 – present) |
| Member, Appointment and Promotion Committee – Senior Member (September 2019 – date) Ghana Technology University College |
| Acting Chair (2019) Association of Senior Administrators (ASMAG) Ghana Technology University College |
| Vice Chair (2018-2019) Association of Senior Administrators (ASMAG) Ghana Technology University College |
| Member, Research Committee (October 2018) Ghana Technology University College – Takoradi Campus |
| Member, Subject Assessment Board (2016-2017) Ghana Technology University College/Coventry University |
| Member, Program Assessment Board (2016-2017) Ghana Technology University College/Coventry University |
| Member of administrative and academic staff interview panel (2013 – 2021) |
| COMMUNITY SERVICE |
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| Member of the Governing Body (September 2022) Nusrat Jahan Ahmadiyya College of Education, Wa |
| Member of the Appointments and Promotions Committee of the Governing Body (September 2022) Nusrat Jahan Ahmadiyya College of Education, Wa
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| Member of the Procurement Committee of the Governing Body (September 2022) Nusrat Jahan Ahmadiyya College of Education, Wa
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| Leader, IT Training program committee (2016-2018) Ghana Technology University |College, Takoradi Campus Provision of voluntary training on information technology for both first and second-cycle schools in the Western Region
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| Board member (2018) Integrated Development Associates of Ghana (IDAG), Ghana Chapter
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| Board member (2018) The Ebenezer Learning Center Foundation (TELCEF) Provision of awareness and education on autism
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| Women Fellowship Secretary, Ahmadiyya Muslim Mission (Lagna Immailah) 2000 |
Research Areas
Conference/Seminars/Workshops
| SEMINARS/CONFERENCES ATTENDED |
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| Special Speaker at a Seminar of the Women’s Commission (WoCom) – GTUC Takoradi titled “Teach Me” (November 2016) |
| Training on Total Quality Management as a tool in enhancing academic Quality in the 21st Century |
| Training on People and Leadership Management by GTUC
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| Training on Advanced Project Management
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| Training on Customer service in a university setting
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| Training on Dynamic Team building
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| Training on leadership and supervision |
| Research Clinics training to chaperon our research skills
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| Conference: Institute of People’s Management, 2015 Annual General Conference, The Role of the leader in the 21st century (in South Africa) |
| Team Lead, MS RamqA\Sz6aiah University of Applied Science to India (2015) |
Honours/Awards
| AWARDS / HONOURS |
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| Appreciation for Meritorious Service and Efforts Towards the Payment of Refund of Staff Salaries, Ghana Communication Technology University |
| Best Satellite Campus for 2016 (Takoradi Campus), Ghana Technology University College |
| Adjudged as the Best Manager for 2015 (Acting Head, Takoradi Campus), Ghana Technology University College
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| Best Satellite Campus for 2015 (Takoradi Campus), Ghana Technology University College
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