Derrick Ofori Donkor

Lecturer, Economics Department, GCTU Business School

  • Profile

    Derrick Ofori Donkor, Lecturer at Ghana Communication Technology University (GCTU), is an accomplished academic and professional with a focus on Economics and Entrepreneurship. He is currently pursuing a PhD in Economics at the University of Cape Coast, Ghana, where he continues to deepen his expertise in the field.

    Mr. Donkor holds a Master’s degree in Petroleum Economics and Management from Gubkin Russian State University of Oil and Gas, Moscow, and an MSc in Economics of Technology and Development from the University of Cape Coast (UCC). BA Economics from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST). He also earned a Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education from Coventry University, UK.

    Mr. Donkor has 9 years of teaching experience at the tertiary level in economics courses including, Petroleum Economics, Financial Market and Investment, Comparative Economics System, Economics of Innovation and Technology, Analysing Business and Environmental Information, Economics and Business, International Oil and Gas Trading, International Trade Economies, Hi-Tech Entrepreneurship and Principle of Entrepreneurship.

    Mr. Donkor is committed to student-centered learning, fostering dynamic environments that encourage students to take active control of their education. He initiated the University’s Entrepreneurship Club, providing students with invaluable opportunities to enhance their entrepreneurial skills and turn their ideas into successful ventures.

    As the Chair for Teaching, Learning, and Student Experience, Derrick plays a pivotal role in enhancing the overall student experience at GCTU by developing achievement-focused policies and practices. His dedication ensures that students receive the necessary support and resources for both academic and personal growth, establishing him as a leading advocate for student-centered education.

    Mr. Donkor is a chartered consultant (CIMC) and Managing Director at Xnnovate Consultancy and Lead Training and Consultancy Ltd with wealth of expertise in various fields, including Energy Economics and Management, Environmental Economics and Impact Assessment, Non-Renewable Energy, Oil and Gas Management, Intercultural Management, and Capacity building, organizational and strategic development. He has a strong track record in consultancy, training, assessment, coaching, and research, primarily in Ghana and several West African countries.

    His contributions are noted for fostering interactive learning environments, empowering human resources, and nurturing individual creativity. He is currently the Operational Head of the GCTU Team implementing the e-Transform project by the Ghana Innovation Hub (a consortium of GCTU, MDF West Africa, and BlueSpace Africa), under the Ministry of Communication, Ghana.

    As a consultant, Mr. Donkor has provided training and development services to several organizations across the African Continent, focusing on energy economics, environmental economics, and leadership in the petroleum sector.

    His consultancy work includes collaborations with Governmental Institutions and various organisations in countries like Nigeria, Sierra Leone, The Gambia, Rwanda. Mr. Donkor has also contributed to academic literature, with some publications to his name, addressing key issues in energy transition, eco-innovation, and economic growth. His work reflects a commitment to advancing knowledge in his field and addressing real-world economic challenges.

  • Publications

    No. PUBLICATION
    1 Ankrah, I., Dogah, K., Twumasi-Ankrah, S., Sackey, F. G., Asravor, R., Donkor, D. O., ... & Arthur, L. (2023). Is energy transition possible for oil-producing nations? Probing the case of a developing economy. Cleaner Production Letters, 4, 100031.
    2 Larbi-Siaw, O., Xuhua, H., & Donkor, D. O. (2023). Attaining sustainable business performance via eco-innovation under ecological regulatory stringency and market turbulence. Journal of Cleaner Production, 394, 136404
    3 Mensah, E.A, Greene, R.A, Loglo, F.S, Donkor, D.O and Bempah, S( 2019 ) An Investigation into Self-Regulated Learning in a Virtual Classroom: A Higher Education Perspective (manuscript ready, at proof reading stage)
    4 Mensah, E.A., Donkor, D.O, Owusu- Akomeah, M. & Angmor, P. L (2018) Experiencing change through Continuous Professional Development. The case of Ghana Technology University College. International Journal of Technology and Entrepreneurship, 1(1), 67-83
    5 Larbi –Siaw, O. Donkor D.O., & Dankwah G. A (2016) Capital Market Development and Economic Growth’s Pertinent Classification. African Development and Resource Research Institute Journal, Ghana Vol.26 No 1 pp 78-102 ISSN 2343-6662.
    6 Larbi-Siaw, O., Donkor, O. D. amd Kaito, T. (2016) Government Expenditure Pertaining to Economic Growth. ADRRI Journal of Arts and Social Sciences, Ghana Vol. 14, No 6(2) Pp 89 – 110, ISSN, 2026 – 5204, 30th November 2016.
    No. NEWPAPER ARTICLE
    1 Derrick Ofori Donkor and Peter Lawer (3/04/2020) “Coronavirus and the economy of Ghana” https://kasapafmonline.com/2020/04/coronavirus-and-the-economy-of-ghana/?fbclid=IwAR3c6eN_ObeVe96vcXXiHNnl5ll5iycPtr01jBN843Dh1rtO9sNL60J9Tek http://dailyheritage.com.gh/?p=27965&fbclid=IwAR3iEAgkYX9SSMHud7kU_UR202bANmYEtg43VhvZFaLHfdai2aVNvq6SoIs
    2 Derrick Ofori Donkor “Ghana’s Readiness in Modern Energy Trends”- Ghana Institute of Freight Forwarders Research Hub. August 2022

  • Qualifications (Education)

    DATE DEGREE/QUALIFICATION INSTITUTION
    2018 Post Graduate Certificate in Higher Education (PgCIHEAP) Coventry University UK
    2015 MSc, Economics of Technology and Development University of Cape Coast (UCC), Cape Coast, Ghana
    2014 Masters in Petroleum Economics and Management Gubkin Russian State University of Oil and Gas. Moscow – Russia
    2009 BA, Economics Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi, Ghana
    2008 Diploma in Financial Management Institute Of Commercial Management, Bournemouth, England
    2004 Prempeh College S.S.C.E. Certificate Kumasi, Ghana

  • Professional Training

    A four-day Teaching Skills Masterclass (TSMC) organized by Advance HE at GTUC from 2-5 March 2020
    5th May 2021. Online Training on Developing Entrepreneurial Courses at Higher Education Institutions by Universitat Leipzig.
    June 2021. Certificate in Research and Grant-writing Capacity Building, GhanaCommunication Technology University.
    22nd July 2022. Workshop on the Development of New Graduate Programmes organized by the Department of Economics at the GCTU Business School.
    22nd – 23rd November 2022. ACCESS Trainer of Trainers Workshop (2022) on Career Enhancement and Skills Support at the Kumasi Innovation Hub.
    7th – 8th November 2023. Trainer of Trainers Workshop on Capacity Building for Employability Promotion, Employability Research and University Business Linkages, Kumasi Innovation Hub.
    August 2023. Standard Course Training in Quickbooks

  • Positions Held/Served

    - 1st October 2021. Department Examination Officer, Economics Department
    - 4th April 2024. Committee Chair; Teaching, Learning and Students Experience. Business School.
    - January 2022 to April 2024. Faculty and Department Recruitment Committee Member
    2018/2019. Undergraduate Project Work Coordinator
    - 2017/2018. Member, Disciplinary Committee
    - 2021 up to date. Member, Africa Centre for Career Enhancement and Skills Support (ACCESS – GCTU Team)
    - 2020 – up to date. Member, Africa German Entrepreneurship Academy (GCTU Team)
    - Department Programs Development Committee
    - Patron for GCTU Entrepreneurship Club
    - 2018 - Ghana Innovation Hub GCTU team – Head of Operations

  • Areas of Expertise/Research

    - Petroleum Economics and Management
    - Economics of Innovation, Development and Technology
    - Entrepreneurship Growth and Development
    - Innovation, Creativity and Business Growth
    - Consultancy services
    - Business Development

  • Conference/Seminars/Workshops

    - 12th – 14th June 2017. International Conference on Education, Technology and Entrepreneurship. Florence Onnyi Auditorium, Ghana Technology University College, Accra.
    - 4th – 5th September 2018. Ghana Economic Forum 2018. “Building a Competitive Economy for Sustainable Growth”. Mövenpick Ambassador Hotel Accra Ghana
    - 29th – 31st May 2019. “International Conference on Cyber Security and Internet of Things”. Ghana Technology University College, Accra.
    - 24th -26th July 2019. “Innov8GH Conference 2019”. Ghana Innovation Hub. Accra
    - 11th – 12th September 2019. International Conference on Education, Technology and Entrepreneurship. Florence Onnyi Auditorium, Ghana Technology University College, Accra
    - 30th October 2019. Ghana Economic Forum 2019. “Sustaining, Financial, and Economic Stability; The Key Priorities.
    - A four-day Teaching Skills Masterclass (TSMC) organized by Advance HE at GTUC from 2-5 March 2020
    - Certificate in Research and Grant-writing Capacity Building, Ghana Communication Technology University, June 2021
    - Online Training on Developing Entrepreneurial Courses at Higher Education Institutions by Universitat Leipzig on May 5, 2021.
    - A two-day ACCESS Trainer of Trainers Workshop (2022) on Career Enhancement and Skills Support at the Kumasi Innovation Hub on 22-23 November 2022.
    - A one-day workshop on the Development of New Graduate Programmes organized by the Department of Economics at the GCTU Business School, Abeka on 22nd July 2022.
    - 7th June 2024. National Policy Forum on Special Economic Zones. Kempinski Hotel Accra
    - 8th August 2024. 8th International IN4IN Conference SEPT Competence Center - Leipzig University

  • Honours/Awards

    - Certificate in ACCESS Trainer of Trainers Workshop, African Centre for Career Enhancement and Skills Support, KNUST, November 2023
    - Certificate in ACCESS Trainer of Trainers Workshop, African Centre for Career Enhancement and Skills Support, KNUST, November 2022
    - Certificate in Developing Entrepreneurial Courses at Higher Education Institutes – African German Entrepreneurship Academy (AGEA), Leipzig University. May 2021.
    - Certificate in Research and Grant-writing Capacity Building, Ghana Communication Technology University, June 2021.
    - Advance HE. 5th March 2020
    - 2018 - 2019 Project work coordinator, GTUC, School of IT Business
    - Coordinator of Entrepreneurship club GTUC
    - Certificate in Technology Enhanced Learning and Teaching. 2017. Coventry UK - GTUC