Naomi Onumah
Legal Officer, Lecturer , Department of Accounting, Banking and Finance
Faustina Amanor-Odametey
Head, Quality Assurance and Accreditation DQAP
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Profile
Faustina Amanor-Odametey (Mrs) is a distinguished professional with a Master of Business Administration specializing in Human Resource Management from the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA). She also holds a Bachelor of Arts honours degree in Sociology with Political Science from the University of Ghana, Legon.
Beginning her career as aprofessional trained teacher, she transitioned to Ghana Telecom in 2000 after about three years of teaching experience. Her passion for Human Resource Management (HRM) has been a driving force throughout her professional journey. To bolster her expertise in this field, she has pursued numerous courses and training programs, equipping herself with the skills needed to tackle future challenges.
Beyond her professional pursuits, Faustina enjoys reading, writing, and listening to music during her leisure time. Looking forward, she harbors ambitions of transitioning into a role as a Management Consultant as she progresses in her career.
Her multifaceted background and dedication to continuous learning underscore her commitment to personal growth and professional excellence. Her journey exemplifies resilience and a steadfast pursuit of knowledge in her chosen field of Human Resource Management. She is currently a Deputy Registrar in charge of Quality Assurance and Accreditation at the Directorate of Quality Assurance and Promotion (DQAP) -
Publications
No. PUBLICATION 1 Amanor-Odametey, Faustina (2021). “A Critical Analysis of the Definition of the new Manager vis-à-vis his or her Managerial Qualities” in AshEse Journal of Business Management, Vol. 7, Issue 2, pages 205-209. ISSN: 2059-7835. 2 Amanor-Odametey, Faustina (2022). “Leveraging University Resources for Increased Revenue” in AshEse Journal of Business Management, Vol. 8, Issue 2, pages 214-218. ISSN: 2059-7835. 3 Amanor-Odametey, Faustina (2022). “African Time Use and Time Management” in AshEse Journal of Business Management, Vol. 8, Issue 1, pages 210-213. ISSN: 2059-7835. 4 Amanor-Odametey, Faustina (2021). “Catalyzing Ghana’s School Feeding Programme as a World class Model” in AshEse Journal of Business Management, Vol. 7, Issue 1, pages 200-204. ISSN: 2059-7835. No. PROPOSALS UNDER REVIEW 1 Amanor-Odametey F (2019). Proposal for the Implementation of a Student Record Digitization Project at GCTU 2 Amanor-Odametey F (2022). A Proposal for Implementing an Online Research Administration System (ORAS) at Ghana Communication Technology University (GCTU). 3 Amanor-Odametey F (2019). Proposal for a Records Management Policy at GCTU. 4 Amanor-Odametey F (2022). A Proposal for Implementing an Automated 360-degree Performance Appraisal System at GCTU. 5 Amanor-Odametey F (2021). Proposal for the Establishment of a GCTU Research Ethics Review Committee (RERC). No. PUBLICATIONS UNDER REVIEW 1 Amanor-Odametey F (2011). A Study of Job Training Practices on Organizational Performance at Cocoa Research Institute, Ghana (2005 to 2010) [MBA Research Paper]. 2 Amanor F (2004). The Teachers’ Role in Reducing the Menace of Teenage Pregnancy in Basic Schools (A Case Study of Ashiedu-Keteke sub-metropolis in Accra) [Bachelor of Arts Degree Research Paper]. -
Qualifications (Education)
DATE DEGREE/QUALIFICATION INSTITUTION - 2010 Master of Business Administration (HRM) Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA) 2000 - 2004 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) University of Ghana, Legon -
Professional Training
• Became an Associate Member of the Chartered Institute of Human Resource Management (ACIHRM) in 2023. • Completed a 3-year post-secondary qualification ('A') at St. Monica’s Training College. -
Positions Held/Served
DATE. POSITION Current Head of Quality Assurance and Accreditation at the Directorate of Quality Assurance and Promotion 2020 - 2023 Senior Assistant Registrar and Head of Administration, Directorate of Research Innovation and Consultancy (DRIC) 2019 - 2020 Senior Assistant Registrar and Head of Records, Academic Affairs Directorate: 2015 - 2018 Senior Assistant Registrar, Office of the Registrar 2011 - 2015 Human Resource Manager 2010 - 2011 Human Resource Supervisor 2005 - 2008 Course Coordinator at Ghana Telecommunication Company Limited Training School 2001 - 2005 Customer Services Representative at Ghana Telecom 2000 Finance Officer at Ghana Telecom 1997 - 1999 Assistant Superintendent teacher at Ghana Education Service -
Areas of Expertise/Research
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Conference/Seminars/Workshops
Certificate in Research Capacity Building by GCTU, 18th May to 29th June, 2021 Public University Administration by International Audit and Governance, Miita Consult, 9th – 11th October, 2019 Practical Records Management, University of Professional Studies Accra, 20th – 23rd March, 2019 Human Resource Management, London Corporate Training, 13th – 16th October, 2013 Listening skills, 5th December, 2007 Effective Customer Service in a Competitive Environment, L’aine Services Limited, 19th & 20th September, 2007 Records Management & Archives Info Admin, Laysia Info Consult, 4th – 5th June, 2007 Business Stimulation and E-Governance Workshop, Ministry of Communications, 7th – 18th May, 2007 Organizational Development Skills Training, 22nd August – 9th September, 2005 Effective Human Resource Management, School of Administration, Legon, August, 2004 -
Honours/Awards
Faustina received a citation for meritorious service during the 10th Anniversary Celebration at Ghana Technology University College (GTUC). This recognition was awarded in appreciation of her dedicated ten years of full-time employment , serving from 15th August 2006 to 15th August 2016. Her commitment and contributions during this period were acknowledged as integral to the university's progress and success.
Maxwell F. Mwinibanzora
Lecturer, Department of Management studies
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Profile
Maxwell F. Mwinibanzora, an experienced and dedicated lecturer, possesses a strong academic background and expertise in various fields such as Strategic Management, Organizational Analysis, Petroleum Law & Policy, Taxation & Finance, and integrated development & planning. His enthusiasm and commitment to academic excellence drive him to motivate and guide colleagues, individuals, and students towards achieving their goals and aspirations.
With a Master's degree in LLM Petroleum Taxation and Finance, an MSc in International Oil and Gas Management, and a BA in Integrated Development Studies, Maxwell is well-equipped to impart knowledge in his areas of expertise and interest, and continuously enhance his academic abilities. His proactive nature and logical approach to challenges enable him to perform effectively in any situation.
Maxwell is constantly seeking new opportunities to expand his skills and knowledge within academia and is eager to take on challenging roles that allow him to contribute meaningfully to the achievement of University's goals. He aspires to build a strong corporate image for the University by accumulating valuable experiences and expertise in academia, management, environment & resource management, petroleum and mineral law and policy. His desire to take on multiple roles reflects his commitment to career growth and personal development. -
Publications
No. PUBLICATION 1 Stabilization Clauses in Petroleum Agreements: Limitations and Legal Implications of a Breach
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Qualifications (Education)
DATE DEGREE/QUALIFICATION INSTITUTION 2012 – 2013 LLM Petroleum Taxation & Finance University of Dundee, UK 2011 – 2012 MSc International Oil & Gas Management University of Dundee, UK 2002 – 2006 BA Integrated Development Studies University of Development Studies, Wa -
Professional Training
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Positions Held/Served
Lecturer,Ghana Communication Technology University – 2017 – up-to-date Deputy District Registration Officer, National Identification Authority, Ghana, August - September 2013 Examination officer, Tupaso Senior High School, Upper West Region, 2013 – 2016 District Director, National Service Scheme, Wa East District, 2008 – 2011 Acting Project Coordinator, Centre for Indigenous and Organizational Devt, Upper West Region, 2002 – 2007 Examination Clerk Grade III, The West African Examination Council, 2001 – 2002 District Organizer, Nadowli, Ghana Red Cross Society, UWR , 2000 – 2011 Teacher (Non-Professional), Kaleo Secondary/Technical School, 1997 – 2001 House Master - Van Rest, Kaleo Secondary/Technical School, 1998 - 2001 Patron – Young Christian students (YCS), Kaleo Secondary/Technical School, 1997 - 2001, Patron – NCCE Club, Kaleo Secondary/Technical School, 1997- 2001 -
Areas of Expertise/Research
Organizational Development; Strategic management; Natural Resource governance; environment and resource management; Green business & sustainability; Natural Resource Conflict & Resolution, Petroleum & Mineral Law and Policy; Petroleum and Mineral Taxation; Natural Resources and Sustainable Development; Pollution of the marine environment and civil liabilities etc.
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Conference/Seminars/Workshops
Improving Global Education: Evidence of Cost-effectiveness, and Political Economy, Lecture organized by Social Science Research Council, June, 2023 Encouraging Technology Adoption in Agrarian Societies, Lecture organized by the Social Science Research Council, May 2023 JSR Virtual Paper Development Workshop - July, 2024 Professional Training Workshop on Project Management – CEPMLP, UK May, 2011 -
Honours/Awards
Elias Kodjo Kekesi
Lecturer, Department of Management Studies
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Profile
Elias Kodjo Kekesi is an Industrial and Organisational Psychologist with a passion for education, research, and consulting. He has been a lecturer at the Department of Management Studies, Ghana Communication Technology University, since September 2018. With a decade of teaching and research experience, Elias has expertise in management, HR, psychology, and organisational development. He holds a PhD in Psychology from the University of Ghana with a research focus on psychosocial hazards in emergency work.
His research interests include personality, entrepreneurship, organisational citizenship behaviours, strategic management, safety-critical organisational contexts, job insecurity, employee psychological health and wellbeing, and human resource practices in emerging markets. Elias has co-published extensively in peer-reviewed journals and received the University of Ghana/Carnegie Corporation of New York PhD Research Grant.
He is skilled in data analysis and visualization using software such as Stata, SPSS, R, MPlus, Tableau, and Power BI. Additionally, he is dedicated to coaching start-up businesses and their owner-managers as well as enhancing university-community relations. -
Publications
No. PUBLICATION 1 ojtczuk-Turek, A., Turek, D., Edgar, F., et al., …& Kekesi, E.K. (2024). Sustainable human resource management and job satisfaction. Corporate Social Responsibility and Environmental Management, 1–23.
2 Agyemang, C. B., Agyei, F., Hansen-Garshong, R., Parimah, F., & Kekesi, E. (2024). Psychosocial consequences of job loss in Ghana. Journal of Workplace Behavioral Health, 1-20.
3 Kekesi, E. K., Agyemang, C. B., & Sam, D. L. (2023). Assessing knowledge and compliance during COVID-19 in Ghana. Current Research in Ecological and Social Psychology, 100168.
4 Luguyare, S., Kekesi, E., & Agyemang, B.C. (2022). Predicting organisational citizenship behaviours among students. Legon Journal of Humanities, 32(2), 92-117.
5 Hansen-Garshong, R., Parimah, F., Kekesi, E., & Agyemang, C. B. (2023). Innovative HR practices among Ghanaian female entrepreneurs. In African Leadership: Powerful Paradigms for the 21st Century.
6 Agyemang, C. B., Kekesi, E., & Larbi, D. (2020). Locus of control and entrepreneurial intention among university students. Gender and Behaviour, 18(3), 16248-16260.
7 Damoah, O.B., Addai, A. & Kekesi, K.E. (2017). Barriers to SMEs’ participation in formal training. The Pan-African Journal of Business and Management (PAJBM), 1(1), 49-70.
8 Berko O. Damoah, O., Ashie, A., & Kekesi, K.E (2016). The propensity to participate in formal training programmes: Evidence from small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Ghana. World Journal of Entrepreneurship, Management and Sustainable Development, 12(4), 344-358.
9 Kekesi, K.E., & Agyemang, B.C. (2014). Perceived job insecurity and psychological distress: The moderating role of work values. International Journal of Management, Economics and Social Sciences, 3(1), 18-35.
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Qualifications (Education)
DATE DEGREE/QUALIFICATION INSTITUTION 2024 PhD, Psychology University of Ghana, Legon July 2011 MPhil, Industrial and Organisational Psychology University of Ghana, Legon June 2008 BA, Psychology with English University of Ghana, Legon -
Professional Training
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Positions Held/Served
DATES POSITION 2019-2022 Ho Campus Coordinator, Student Affairs,.
2022-2023 Academic year Module Leader, Strategic Management, 2022-2023 Academic year.
Member, Departmental programme review committee, Department of Management Studies
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Areas of Expertise/Research
Psychology of Work and Entrepreneurship Organizational and Consumer Behaviour Occupational Health and Safety Management Human Resource Planning and Development Organizational Change and Development Business Policy and Strategy Psychological Health and Wellbeing -
Conference/Seminars/Workshops
26th Annual South African Psychology Congress, Johannesburg, South Africa, October 12-14, 2022. 25th International Congress of the International Association for Cross-Cultural Psychology, Czeck Republic, July 27-31, 2021 32nd International Congress of Psychology, Czeck Republic, July 18-23, 2021 International Conference on Education, Technology and Entrepreneurship, Ghana, September 11-12, 2019. 4th University of Ghana Business School International Conference on Business and Development, Legon-Ghana, August 17-18, 2017. 2nd International Research Conference on Promoting Humanities Research for Development in Africa, Legon-Ghana, June 15-17, 2016. -
Honours/Awards
University of Ghana/Carnegie Corporation of New York PhD Research Grant – January 2020
Mr. Frank Boateng
Lecturer, Faculty of Computing and Information System
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Profile
Mr Frank Boateng is a lecturer and researcher in the field of information systems at Ghana Communication Technology University. He is actively involved in research activities and serves as the Department of Information Systems' representative on the Faculty of Computing and Information Systems Board, as well as the department examinations officer. He has supervised a number of undergraduate and postgraduate students’ project works and theses, respectively, and continues to supervise students’ theses. He is also a reviewing editor for the International Journal of Decision Support System Technology (IJDSST). Prior to joining the faculty, he was the Senior Information Technology Officer with the then Information Technology Support Services (ITSS) at Ghana Technology University College (GTUC).
Frank has received training from prestigious institutions like Coventry University, UK, the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA), the Admintelecom Academy, and Anglican Secondary School, all in Ghana. Currently, he is pursuing a PhD program with the Department of Information Systems with the Faculty of Accounting & Informatics (FAI) at Durban University of Technology (DUT) in Durban, Kwa-Zulu Natal, South Africa, which is further contributing to his research expertise in the fields of information systems and technology, digital transformation, the Internet of Things (IoT), libraries, and information science, among others. His transferable networking, leadership, strategic planning, and technical skills make him a valuable asset to the university.
His leadership qualities are evident in his experience of taking on supervisory roles and leading projects in academic and non-profit organizations. In these roles, he has used his strategic planning skills to develop and implement programs and initiatives that have helped committees in the department and the faculty in general in the university, as well as other organizations such as Rotary International, to achieve their objectives. He has also trained staff and volunteers, ensuring that they have the skills necessary to carry out their roles effectively.
Frank’s technical expertise in fiber optic technology, computing, and information systems management has allowed him to work on projects that require a high level of technical proficiency. He has been involved in projects related to the installation, testing, and maintenance of fiber optic systems, contributing to the development of innovative solutions in this field.
Frank is happily married to Eunice Boateng (Mrs), Senior Assistant Registrar and Head of Department Welfare and Compensation at Ghana Communication Technology University's Directorate of Human Resource and Organizational Development (HROD). They are blessed with three children: Papa Yaw Buah Boateng, Owureku Danquah Boateng, and Maame Efua Nyarko Akyere Boateng. -
Publications
No. PUBLICATION 1 Boateng, F., Aroba, O. J., & Patel, S. S. (2024). Developing an IoT Adoption Framework for Library Management for Public Tertiary Institutions in Ghana. In B. Holland & K. Sinha (Eds.), Handbook of Research on Innovative Approaches to Information Technology in Library and Information Science (pp. 233-257). IGI Global. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3693-0807-3.ch011
2 Acheampong, P., Boamah, KB., Agyeman-Prempeh, N., Boateng, F., Bediako, IA & Abubakar, R. 2021. Trust and Continuance of Mobile Payment Use Intention. Information Resources Management Journal. 34(1):19–42. doi.org/10.4018/irmj.2021010102.
3 Acheampong, P., Zhiwen, L., Hiran, K.K., Serwaa, O.E., Boateng, F. and Bediako, I.A., 2018. Examining the intervening role of age and gender on mobile payment acceptance in Ghana: UTAUT model. Canadian Journal of Applied Science and Technology, 5(2).
4 Acheampong, P., Zhiwen, L., Boateng, F., Boadu, A.B. and Antwi, H.A., 2017. Determinants of behavioral intentions of ‘Generation-Y’adoption and use of computer-mediated communication tools in Ghana. British Journal of Interdisciplinary Research, 8(1).
5 Acheampong, P., Zhiwen, L., Otoo, A.A.A., Antwi, H.A., Boateng, F. and Bediako, I.A., 2018. Determining The Mediating Effects Of Trust On E-Payment Readiness In Ghana: Consumers’perspective Analysis. Australian Journal of Economics and Management Sciences, 7(5).
6 Acheampong, P., Zhiwen, L., Antwi, H.A., Boateng, F., Akomeah, M.O. and Boadu, A.B., 2017. Engaging Constructive Modelling Concepts to Augment Supply Chain Management Decisions in Ghana's Health Sector. European Journal of Contemporary Research, 6(1).
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Qualifications (Education)
DATE DEGREE/QUALIFICATION INSTITUTION 2023 - Ongoing Doctor of Philosophy (PhD. Candidate) Library and Information Science (Durban University of Technology, South Africa) 2014 - 2016 Master of Science (MSc.) Management Information Systems Coventry University, United Kingdom 2004-2009 Bachelor of Science (BICT.) Information and Communication Technology Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration, School of Technology March, 2016 Certified Fiber Optic Technician The Fiber Optic Association, Inc. (Certified member, # CFOT 7590153)) 2004 – 2005 Certificate in Management Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration, Ghana (GIMPA) -
Professional Training
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING / ASSOCIATIONS Enterprise Vulnerability & Patch Management Certificate - 2016 Center for Professional Development (CPD), Ghana Technology University College (GTUC) Certified Fiber Optic Technician - 2016 The Fiber Optic Association, Inc. / Admintelecom Academy (Certified member, # CFOT 7590153) Certificate in Tablet PC Repairs & Laptop Expert, Chip Level - 2013 Expert Institute of Advance Technologies, New Delhi-India Certificate in Mobile Phone Technology - 2012 Alfa Institute, Mobile Repairing & Training Center, Mumbai-India Certificate in CISCO Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Booth Camp - 2010 Ghana Technology University College, Accra - Ghana Certificate in VSAT System Engineering and Installation – 2010 Certificate in Interconnection- The Economics & Regulatory Implications - 2009 African Advanced Level Telecommunications Institute (AFRALTI) Nairobi Kenya Certificate in UNIX Systems Administration - 2010 Ghana Network Operators Group (ghNOG), Accra – Ghana Member, Institute of ICT Professionals Ghana - (IIPGH) Member, University Teachers Association of Ghana – (UTAG) Internet Society (Global and Ghana Chapters) #:122679 The Fiber Optic Association, Inc., Certified member, #: CFOT 7590153 Member, Rotary club of Accra-Labone an affiliate of Rotary International and Rotary Foundation, membership #:8054862 The Rotary Foundation Committee, Member July 2019-June 2020 -
Positions Held/Served
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Areas of Expertise/Research
EXPERTISE Cloud Computing Research Information Systems research Internet of Things (IoT) Adoption Research Information Technology and Engineering Library and Information Science Research Curriculum Development -
Conference/Seminars/Workshops
2024 Department of Computer Science, Faculty of Computing and Information Systems, Ghana Communication Technology University (GCTU) - Data Science and Analytics Bootcamp and Seminar. – June 25 – 28, 2024 2024 Directorate for Research and Postgraduate Support, Durban University of Technology (DUT), SA – DUT – IREC Ethics Training Workshop: – South Africa, June 18, 2024 2023 Department of Marketing and Retail Management, Faculty of Management Sciences Durban University of Technology (DUT) – Faculty Webinar on Driving Sustainable Digital Marketing and Retail Strategies in the African Context. South Africa – November 17, 2023. 2023 Directorate for Research and Postgraduate Support, Durban University of Technology (DUT), SA – DUT – IREC Ethics Training Workshop: Fundamentals of Research Ethics. – Certificate of Attendance, South Africa, October 31, 2023 2023 Directorate of Human Resource and Organizational Development (HROD), Ghana Communication Technology University (GCTU) – Academic Peer Review Skills Seminar for Faculty Members Themed: “Academic Peer Review” – October 30 – 31, 2023 2020 Advance HE, UK - Teaching Skills Masterclass (TSMC) - Certificate of Completion Ghana, March 2–5, 2020 2019 Research Seminar on Writing a winning Grant Proposal to build the capacity of faculty members. Ghana Technology University College (GTUC) Accra - Ghana November 19, 2019 2019 ICTE-International Centre for Transformational Entrepreneurship, Think Tank for Academics, Policy Makers, Students and Enterprise Support. Coventry University / British Council - Accra - Ghana, October 9-10, 2019 2019 ICETE - International Conference on Education, Technology and Entrepreneurship. Office of Research Services and Innovation / GTUC - (Certificate of Participation) Accra - Ghana, September 11–12, 2019 GTUC / Ghana Innovation Hub (iHUB), Soft launch of the Ghana Innovation Hub Ghana Sept. 27, 2018 – July 24, 2019 2019 ICCSPN / ICSIoT - International Conference on Cyber Security and Internet of Things / Communications, Signal Processing and Networks) Ghana, May 29–31, 2019 Faculty Pre-Writing Workshop. Ghana Technology University College (GTUC) Accra – Ghana - July 13, July 24-26, 2019 2019 ICDSA- International Conference on Computer, Data Science and Applications July 17–19, 2019 IEEE Virtual Events Program in Africa: Smart Grid Ghana Certificate of Participation, December 2017 IEEE Virtual Events Program in Africa: Big Data 2017 Ghana Certificate of Participation May, 2017 Ghana Internet Governance Forum (IGF) 2016 The Internet Governance Forum, a multi-stakeholder forum for policy dialogue on issues of Internet governance - Participant - August, 2016 Regent University College of Science and Technology The university’s 10th anniversary and a public lecture on “The importance of Mobile Computing and Cloud Technology in the 21st Century” – Ghana July 2016) GTUC Registrar’s Representative Fiber Optics Technology Workshop 2016, Ghana Certificate of Participation March 8-17, 2016 Information Technology Association of Ghana (ITAG) 3rd Annual General Meeting The theme “Securing our Cyber World” (Ghana, Participant December, 2015) Ghana Technology University College in Partnership with Center for Communication, Media and Information Technology (CMI) Aalborg University, Denmark 3rd GTUC & CMI International ICT Conference, Ghana, May, 2014 Certificate of Participation 1st District Assembly and Conference (DAC) for Rotary International District 9102 Accra, Ghana – April 2014 Rotary International District 9100 District Assembly and Conference (DAC) Cotonou, Benin – April 2012 -
Honours/Awards
• Association of Computing Students (ACS), GCTU Chapter – Certificate of Appreciation (2021).
• Rotary club of Accra - Labone, - Certificate of Appreciation as Club Secretary (2014-2015).
Michael Owusu Tabiri (Ph.D)
University Chaplain / Coordinator-GCTU Language Centre
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Profile
Michael Owusu Tabiri holds a Ph.D. in Language Sciences with a specialization in Sociolinguistics and Language Didactics from the Université Félix Houphouët-Boigny de Cocody, Côte d’Ivoire. He is currently a Ph.D. candidate at the University of Education, Winneba, in the Department of Applied Linguistics. He attended Sunyani Secondary School and proceeded to Mount Mary Training College at Somanya where he was trained as a French and English teacher.
He holds an Honours degree (French Major) from the University of Cape Coast where he read Religion and English up to levels 200 and 300, respectively. Additionally, he obtained a Master of Philosophy degree in French Language/Linguistics from the University of Ghana, Legon. Michael Owusu Tabiri also holds a Master of Education in Teaching English as a Second Language from the University of Education, Winneba.
He holds a Diploma in Ministry Studies from Victory International School of Ministry, a Diploma in Missions and Community Development from the Living Word School of Ministry, CUC-Ghana and Diploma in French Proficiency (Diplôme d’Études en Langue Française-DELF B2- Village du Bénin, Togo/France). His research interests include Language Sciences, Language Technology, Applied Linguistics, Sociolinguistics, Language Didactics, Second/Third Language teaching, Critical Discourse Analysis, Contrastive Linguistics and Error Analysis.
Michael has authored 22 peer-reviewed journal articles, a book, two book chapters, and 32 publications in national dailies. He is also an editor, reviewer, and proofreader. He teaches French at the Undergraduate level and English Proficiency at the Language Centre where he serves as the coordinator. Michael serves as the University Chaplain.
Dr Michael Owusu Tabiri has attended conferences and seminars, presenting papers in Ghana, Togo, Côte d'Ivoire, Hungary, the United Kingdom and Turkey. -
Publications
No. PEER REVIEWED JOURNALS-ARTICLES 1 Fenyi, D.A., Kongo, A.E., Tabiri, M.O., Jones-Mensah, I.(2023). English speaking anxiety among English-major tertiary students in Ghana, International Journal of Evaluation and Research in Education, 12(3), pp. 1716–1726
2 Tabiri M.O., Jones-Mensah I, Kongo A.E., Budu, G. (2022). Difficulties in Identifying the English Determiner System Among EFL students in Ghana: The Case of Francophone Students, Pegem Journal of Education and Instruction, Vol. 12, No. 3, 2022, 256-264.
3 Tabiri, M.O., Jones-Mensah, I., Fenyi, D.A., & Asunka, S. (2022). Challenges of online learning of English/French language in higher education in Ghana. Journal of Language and Linguistic Studies, 18(1), 207-222. Doi: 10.52462/jlls.176.
4 Jones- Mensah, I., Tabiri, M.O., Fenyi, D.A., Kongo, A.E. & Amexo, D. (2022). Vocabulary Knowledge of Collocation in Business Texts: A Case of ESL Tertiary Students. Available online at globets.org/journal International Journal of Education, Technology and Science. 2(1) 001–023.
5 Tabiri, M.O. (2022). Utilisation des TIC dans l'apprentissage du français langue étrangère au Ghana. Collection FLE/FLA (Français langue étrangère/le français et les langues en Afrique) (VOL.3 No 6, Septembre 2022 ISBN 978-2-493659-14-9).
6 Tabiri, M.O. (2022). Les problèmes liés à l'utilisation des TIC dans l'apprentissage du français langue étrangère au Ghana - No 10 Vol.4, De la Revue DELLA/Afrique
7 Tabiri, M.O. (2021). L’enseignement/ apprentissage en ligne du français langue étrangère au Ghana : quels avantages d’un recours au numérique ? Akofena Numéro 4, Vol.3 pp. 195-200.
8 Tabiri, M.O. (2021). Francophone students’ errors in Reading and Comprehension Examination, in Teaching English to Francophone Learners in Africa: Issues in Language Skills Development, Dagasso, E., Kouamé, K. & Siéwoué, M.D. (editors). Cheik Anta Diop Publishing, Douala Cameroon.
9 Tabiri, M.O. (2021). Francophone Students’ Errors in Translation. in Teaching English to Francophone Learners in Africa: Issues in Language Skills Development, Dagasso, E., Kouamé, K. & Siéwoué, M.D. (editors). Cheik Anta Diop Publishing, Douala Cameroon.
10 Tabiri, M.O., & Jones-Mensah, I. (2021). Fossilization among university students - A concern of SLA in Ghana, Proceedings of the 2nd World Conference on Research in Social Sciences, Corvinus University of Budapest, Hungary: Diamond Scientific Publishing, 115-128.
11 Fenyi, K., Jones-Mensah, I., Tabiri, M.O., & Owusu, E. (2021). Teaching Listening Skills in Senior High Schools in Ghana-Issues and Directions, JEE(Journal of English Education) Vol. 7 No. 1 P-ISSN: 2459-9719, E-ISSN 2597-7091 DOL: https://doi.org/10.30606/jee
12 Tabiri, M.O., & Jones-Mensah, I. (2020). Analyzing the use of subjunctive mood among university students in Ghana, 6th International Conference on Teaching and Learning English as an Additional Language, GlobELT 2020, Turkey (Publication in Conference Proceedings), ISBN: 978-605-82371-5-5
13 Jones-Mensah, I. & Tabiri, M.O. (2020). Review of Literature on Coherence and Cohesion in Text Quality among ESL Students, 6th International Conference on Teaching and Learning English as an Additional Language, GlobELT 2020, Turkey (Publication in Conference Proceedings), ISBN: 978-605-82371-5-5
14 Tabiri, M.O. (2019). Same-sex marriage: secular and religious views. Journal of Educational System, 3 (1), 2019, pp 04-10
15 Tabiri, M.O. (2018). Empowering the Ghanaian Youth for Accelerated Development, International Journal of Technology and Entrepreneurship, Vol. 1, Issue 1, June 2018, Page 57-66, ISSN: 2637-3505.
16 Tabiri, M.O. (2017). Language transfer: The case of teleconferencing teaching/learning in English Language at the Ghana Technology University College, International Journal of English Language and Linguistics Research, European Centre for Research Training and Development UK, ISSN 2053-6305(Print), ISSN 2053-6313(online), Vol.5, No. 4, pp. 30-41
17 Tabiri, M.O., and Budu, G. (2017). Difficulties Francophone learners go through in Ghana: The Case of Ghana Technology University College, International Research in Education, Macrothink Institute, ISSN 2327-5499, Vol. 5, No. 1, pp. 72-85
18 Tabiri, M.O. (2017). Déviations des médias sociaux chez les étudiants universitaires au Ghana. Revue Traduction et Langues 16 (1), 84-97.
19 Tabiri, M.O. (2016) Teaching Reported Speech through Communicative Language Teaching and Principled Eclecticism approaches: the Case of Ghana Technology University College, International Journal of English Language Teaching, European Centre for Research Training and Development UK, ISSN 2055-0820(Print), ISSN 2055-0839(Online)Vol. 4, No.10, pp.71-81.
20 Tabiri, M.O. (2016), Teaching Francophone learners English Vocabulary without Resorting to the Use of L1 and L2, Procedia-Social and Behavioral Sciences, Science Direct, Elsevier, Volume/Issue: 232, pp.591-599.
21 Tabiri, M.O. (2015), Perennial problem of floods in Accra: What is the way forward? International Journal of Advanced Research in Education and Technology, Vol. 2 Issue 3, ISSN: 2394-2975(Online), 2394-6814(Print)
22 Tabiri, M.O. (2015), Teleconferencing Teaching and Learning in English: The Case of Staff and Faculty of Ecole Polytechnique d’Abomey, Calavi- Benin, International Journal of Innovative Research and Development Vol. 4, Issue 12, ISSN: 2278-0211.
No. RESEARCH RELATED STUDIES (THESIS/LONG ESSAY/PROJECT) a. Tabiri, M.O. (2023). Les TIC dans l'enseignement-apprentissage du français au Ghana: les problèmes théoriques et méthodologiques (The Use of ICT in the teaching and learning of French in Ghana: Theoretical and Methodological Problems). PhD Thesis in Language Sciences, Cocody: Université Félix Houphouët-Boigny, Côte d'Ivoire.
b. Tabiri, M.O. (2019). Deviations in the use of English among university students: The Case Study of Pentecost University College and Regent University College of Science and Technology, Accra. Master of Education in Teaching English as a Second Language (M.Ed. TESL Thesis), University of Education, Winneba.
c. Tabiri, M.O. (2012). Impact du Twi et de l’anglais sur l’apprentissage du français langue étrangère au Ghana : Le cas des apprenants de Prempeh College, d’Opoku Ware SHS et de PRESEC-Legon. M.Phil. Thesis, Accra: University of Ghana, Legon.
d. Tabiri, M.O. (2007). L’étude de la langue dans Abboki ou l`appel de la côte de Halilou Sabbo Mahamadou. BA Thesis, Cape Coast: University of Cape Coast.
e. Tabiri, M.O. (1999) Le problème de l’exode rural dans Abboki ou l`appel de la côte de Halilou Sabbo Mahamadou. Teacher’s Certificate ‘A’ Long Essay/Project, Somanya : Mount Mary Training College.
No. BOOKS 1 Tabiri, M.O. (2012). Simplified French for Beginners and Senior High Schools, Osavanna Publications, Accra
2 Tabiri, M.O. (2001). French Made Easy for JSS and Early SSS Students, Jimtex Printing Press, Sunyani.
No. PUBLICATION IN NATIONAL DAILIES 1 Tabiri, M.O. (2024). Ghana Communication Technology University's State-of-the-Art Sports Complex: A Testament to Holistic Student Development. Available Online: https://www.modernghana.com/news/1295691/ghana-communication-technology-universitys-state.html
2 Tabiri, M.O. (2024). Putting on red on the pretext of observing love celebration: Valentine. Available Online: https://www.modernghana.com/news/1292723/putting-on-red-on-the-pretext-of-observing-love.html
3 Tabiri, M.O. (2023). Ghana Communication Technology University is promoting nation-building activities: Let’s phase out Valentine’s Day Celebration! Modern Ghana Publications. Available Online: https://www.modernghana.com/news/1211319/ghana-communication-technology-university-is-promo.html
4 Tabiri, M.O. (2023). Let's celebrate Honourable Reverend John Ntim Fordjour, Deputy Minister for Education, Modern Ghana Publications. Available Online: https://www.modernghana.com/news/1233558/lets-celebrate-honourable-reverend-john-ntim-ford.html
5 Tabiri, M.O. (2021). LGBTIQA+ in Ghana: What is the Way Forward? Modern Ghana Publications. Available Online: https://www.modernghana.com/news/1109819/lgbtiqa-in-ghana-what-is-the-way-forward.html
6 Tabiri, M.O. (2021). Political deviations: What is the way forward? Modern Ghana Publications. Available Online: https://www.modernghana.com/news/1093661/political-deviations-what-is-the-way-forward.html
7 Tabiri, M.O. (2021). False or Fabulous/Genuine Prophets? Modern Ghana Publications. Available Online: https://www.modernghana.com/news/1092898/false-or-fabulousgenuine-prophets.html
8 Tabiri, M.O. (2021). Fixing or flawing the country? Modern Ghana Publications. Available Online: https://www.modernghana.com/news/1092485/fixing-or-flawing-the-country.html
9 Tabiri, M.O. (2021). Sharing scrupulous or unscrupulous messages? Modern Ghana Publications. Available Online: https://www.modernghana.com/news/1091622/sharing-scrupulous-or-unscrupulous-messages.html
10 Tabiri, M.O. (2020). Can we still “church’ with suspension? Daily Graphic, Graphic Communications Group Ltd., Accra.
11 Tabiri, M.O. (2020). Entrenching distance learning in Ghana, Daily Graphic, Graphic Communications Group Ltd., Accra. (26-03-2020) Available online
12 Tabiri, M.O. (2020). Decision to stop CSE commendable, Daily Graphic, Graphic Communications Group Ltd., Accra, (02-01-2020) Available online.
13 Tabiri, M.O. (2019). Preventing probable problems of double track-system in Ghana, Daily Graphic, Graphic Communications Group Ltd., Accra.
14 Tabiri, M.O. (2019). Resentment or resolution? Daily Graphic, Graphic Communications Group Ltd., Accra.
15 Tabiri, M.O. (2018) Celebrating our living legends/leaders, phasing out posthumous observances, Daily Graphic, Wednesday, December 12, 2018, page 07, No.20862, ISSN: 0855-1529, Graphic Communications Group Ltd., Accra (Available online).
16 Tabiri, M.O. (2018) Exposing or eradicating corruption? The role of investigative journalism in Africa (2018) Daily Graphic. (Available online)
17 Tabiri, M.O. (2018) Independence or idealism? (2018) Daily Graphic
18 Tabiri, M.O. (2018) Promoting prosperity or poverty? (2018) Daily Graphic
19 Tabiri, M.O. (2018) Marital deviations: what is the way forward? (2018), Daily Graphic
20 Tabiri, M.O. (2018): Political deviations in Africa: what is the way forward? Thursday, March 15, 2018, Daily Graphic, Page 10
21 Tabiri, M.O. (2018): Academic deviations in Ghana: what is the way forward? , Saturday, February 17, 2018,Daily Graphic, Page 08.
22 Tabiri, M.O. (2017): Christian deviations in Ghana: what is the way forward? , Tuesday, December 19, 2017, Daily Graphic, page 10. (Available online)
23 Tabiri, M.O. (2017). Celebrating or criticising? Daily Graphic, Wednesday, October 4, 2017, page 26, No. 20500, ISSN: 0855-1529, Graphic Communications Group Ltd., Accra.
24 Tabiri, M.O. (2017). Eradicating lynching from Ghana, Daily Graphic, Wednesday, June 13, 2017, page 07, No. 20400, ISSN: 0855-1529, Graphic Communications Group Ltd., Accra. (Available online)
25 Tabiri, M.O. (2017). Let’s listen instead of scoffing, Daily Graphic, Tuesday, May 2, 2017, page 59, ISSN: 0855-1529, Graphic Communications Group Ltd., Accra. Available online
26 Tabiri, M.O., (2017) The 7 Is – gateway to accelerated development after the 60thIndependence Day celebration, Daily Graphic, Wednesday, March 8, 2017, page 07, No. 20321, ISSN: 0855-1529, Graphic Communications Group Ltd., Accra.
27 Tabiri, M.O., (2017) Love or lust? Daily Graphic, Wednesday, February 22, 2017, page 41, No. 20309, ISSN: 0855-1529, Graphic Communications Group Ltd, Accra.
28 Tabiri, M.O. (2016) Philanthropists or politicians? Daily Graphic, Monday, November 28, 2016, page 33, No. 20240, ISSN: 0855-1529, Graphic Communications Group Ltd., Accra. Available online.
29 Tabiri, M.O. (2016): The 7Cs – Panacea for leadership problems, Daily Graphic, Friday, September 16, 2016, page 10, No. 20178, ISSN: 0855-1529, Graphic Communications Group Ltd Accra.
30 Tabiri, M.O. (2016) Pragmatics approaches to perennial floods in Ghana, Daily Graphic, Monday, June 6, 2016, page 61, No. 20090, ISSN: 0855-1529, Graphic Communications Group Ltd.,Accra .
31 Tabiri, M.O. (2016) Tribute to Apostle Samuel A.P. Saakwa (1934-2016) - A Soldier-cum-Apostle of Christ par excellence, Daily Graphic, Saturday, May 7, 2016, page 8, No. 20065, ISSN: 0855-1529, Graphic Communications Group Ltd.,Accra.
32 Tabiri, M.O. (2015), The Legacies of Bishop Paul Owusu Tabiri (Founder of Bethel Prayer Ministry Int.), Daily Guide, Ghana 4th June 2015, page 4. Available online.
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Qualifications (Education)
DATE DEGREE/QUALIFICATION INSTITUTION Ph.D in Language Sciences Université Félix Houphouët-Boigny de Cocody, Côte d’Ivoire Master of Philosophy in French Language/Linguistics University of Ghana, Legon Master of Education in Teaching English as a Second Language University of Education, Winneba, BA(Hons), Diploma in French Proficiency (Diplôme d’Études en Langue Française-DELF B2- Village du Bénin Togo/France -
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Teacher’s Certificate ‘A’- Mount Mary Training College, Somanya.
Diploma in Ministry Studies from Victory International School of Ministry .
Diploma in Missions and Community Development from the Living Word School of Ministry, CUC-Ghana
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Positions Held/Served
Coordinator-GCTU Language Centre, Acting Head-Department of General Studies, University Chaplain, Reverend Minister (Bethel Prayer Ministry International), Editor, Reviewer and Proofreader, BETSA National President, Evangelism President (GHAFES-UCC), Schools and Villages Visitation Secretary (GHAFES-UCC), Vice President (Scripture Union, Sunyani Secondary School).
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Areas of Expertise/Research
Language Sciences, Language Technology, Applied Linguistics, Sociolinguistics, Language Didactics, Second/Third Language teaching, Critical Discourse Analysis, Contrastive Linguistics and Error Analysis.
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Conference/Seminars/Workshops
Tabiri, M.O. (2022). Learning Languages Online in Higher Education in Ghana during COVID-19 pandemic, Keynote Speaker, 6th International Conference on Education, Technology and Science, GLOBETS 2022, Cyprus, 3-6 April 2022.
Tabiri, M.O. (2022). The use of the English determiner system among Francophone students in Ghana: A study of three public universities, Inter-University Conference for Doctoral Studies at the University of Education, Winneba, Ghana. (January 2022). Tabiri, M.O., & Jones-Mensah, I. (2021). Fossilization among university students - A concern of SLA in Ghana, The 2nd World Conference on Research in Social Sciences, Corvinus University of Budapest, Hungary. Tabiri, M.O., Jones- Mensah, I., Fenyi, D.A. & Kongo, A.E. (2021). "Identification of the English determiner system among EFL students in Ghana: The Case of Francophone students" 7th International Conference on Teaching and Learning English as an Additional Language, GlobELT 2021, Turkey, November 4‐6, 2021 in Antalya, Turkey. Jones- Mensah, I., Tabiri, M.O., Fenyi, D.A., & Kongo, A.E .(2021). "Vocabulary knowledge in collocation in business text: A Case of ESL tertiary students”, 5th International Conference on Education, Technology and Science, GLOBETS 2021 Conference, November 4‐6, 2021, Antalya, Turkey. Kongo, A.E., Jones- Mensah, I., Tabiri, M.O., & Fenyi, D.A. (2021). "Morphemic patterns of pharmaceutical brand names on Ghanaian markets", 7th International Conference on Teaching and Learning English as an Additional Language, GlobELT 2021, Turkey, November 4‐6, 2021 Antalya, Turkey. Tabiri, M.O., & Jones-Mensah, I. (2020). Analyzing the use of subjunctive mood among university students in Ghana, 6th International Conference on Teaching and Learning English as an Additional Language, GlobELT 2020, Turkey. Tabiri, M.O., & Jones-Mensah, I. (2020). Review of Literature on Coherence and Cohesion in Text Quality among ESL Students, 6th International Conference on Teaching and Learning English as an Additional Language, GlobELT 2020, Turkey. Tabiri, M.O. & Ofori, P.P. (2019). “The use of emojis among university students on social media platforms”, 2nd International Conference on Education, Technology and Entrepreneurship (ICETE 2019), organised by Ghana Technology University College in collaboration. Tabiri, M.O (2019). "Assessing social media deviations among university students in Ghana" 2019 ICCMA International Conference on Computing, Computational Modelling and Applications. Tabiri, M.O. (2019). Analysing Francophone students’ errors in Reading and Comprehension Examination, AICSSH, Cambridge, Shortlisted abstract published online. Tabiri, M.O. (2017). Online teaching and learning in French (L3): The case of Ghana Technology University College, International Conference on Education, Technology and Entrepreneurship, organised by Ghana Technology University College in collaboration with Coventry University, United Kingdom, June 13 -14, 2017. Tabiri, M.O. (2017). Empowering the Ghanaian youth for accelerated development, International Conference on Education, Technology and Entrepreneurship, organised by Ghana Technology University College in collaboration with Coventry University, United Kingdom, June 13 -14, 2017. Tabiri, M.O. (2016). Teaching Francophone learners English Vocabulary without Resorting to the Use of L1 and L2., International Conference on Teaching and Learning English as an Additional Language, GlobELT 2016, Antalya, Turkey. Tabiri, M.O. (2016). Language transfer: The case of teleconferencing teaching/learning at the Ghana Technology University College International Conference on “MOOCs, Informal Language Learning, and Mobility”, The Department of Languages at The Open University (UK). January 2024, Grant Writing Seminar, Organized by Directorate for Research, Innovation and Consultancy, Ghana Communication Technology University. May 2023, Qualitative Research Publication, Organized by Directorate for Research, Innovation and Consultancy, Ghana Communication Technology University. June- July 26, 2021, Research Writing in the Social Sciences (2021), AuthorAID and INASP, UK. May-June 2021 International Research Workshop (Research Capacity Building Virtual Workshop) for Researchers, Faculty and Staff Members, Organized by Ghana Communication Technology University. 2019 University of Education, Winneba, Graduate School and GRASAG- PhD students’ Seminar on The Arts and Skills of Public Speaking and Presentation. 2016 Faculty Development Seminar, Ghana Technology University College 2015 Continuous Professional Development Workshop on Effective Teaching and Assessment, Ghana Technology University College (17th- 18th August 2015) 2014 Online Teaching/Learning, Ghana Technology University College, Accra 2013 Le stage de formation pour enseignants de français langue étrangère au niveau lycée, au CREF, Accra du 8 au 12 juillet 2013. 2011 Training Workshop on “Thesis Writing” organized by the School of Graduate Studies, University of Ghana, Legon 2010 Training Workshop on “Planning and Managing Graduate Research” organized by The School of Graduate Studies, University of Ghana, Legon (20th -21st May 2010) 2010 Springboard 2010 Road show Conference on Investment, Planning, Entrepreneurship and Corporate Excellence 2008 Le stage de formation continue des professeurs de français de la Greater Accra Region sur la Réforme de l’Éducation Nationale 2007, au CREF, Accra du 26 au 28 juin 2008. Tabiri, M.O. (2018) Language transfer: the case of teleconferencing teaching/learning in English language at the Ghana Technology University College (28-03-2018). Tabiri, M.O. (2017). Teaching Francophone learners English Vocabulary without Resorting to the Use of L1 and L2, Faculty of Informatics, Ghana Technology University College, Tesano campus- Accra (01-03-2017) Tabiri, M.O. (2015), Teleconferencing Teaching and Learning in English: The Case of Staff and Faculty of Ecole Polytechnique d’Abomey, Calavi- Benin, (27-10-2015) -
Honours/Awards
A recipient of several Certificates of Excellence for reviewing manuscripts/papers.
An expert reviewer with AEIC. Selected by the University of Ghana, Legon and UN to participate in the 48th UN Graduate Study Programme in Geneva, Switzerland (July 2010). Nominated for Faculty of Informatics Excellence Award, 2015, Ghana Technology University College. Excellence Award of Bethel Prayer Ministry International in 2003
William Asamoah Owusu
Lecturer, Marketing Department
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Profile
I am a lecturer in the Department of Marketing at Ghana Communication Technology University. I have also been a marketing and entrepreneurship lecturer at Dominion University College and Regent University College in Ghana. At Regent, I was doubling as the Director of Educational Support Services, with the duty of bridging the gap between students and industry.
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Qualifications (Education)
DATE DEGREE/QUALIFICATION INSTITUTION Master of Business Administration (Marketing option) University of Leicester, United Kingdom Associate Postgraduate Certificate in Microfinance for Development University of Greenwich BSc. Agriculture Van Hall Larenstein, University of Applied Sciences, Netherlands -
Professional Training
I am an associate member of AdvanceHE (Teaching Skills Masterclass - TSMC), APM Group (Accrediting Professionals in Project Management PRINCE2) (all in The United Kingdom), EMES International Research Network and Association of African Entrepreneurs.
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Positions Held/Served
In addition to lecturing presently, I am a Coordinator of Entrepreneurship and a member of the Research and Innovation Committee in the Business School.
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Areas of Expertise/Research
My research interests include social entrepreneurship, indigenous entrepreneurship, small & medium enterprise development, scaling and Internationalisation of firms through constrained-based innovations in Emerging Markets.
In my role as an academic, I have taught students causes like entrepreneurship, innovation management, principles of marketing, marketing management, international business management and other entrepreneurship and marketing related courses. I also offer my expertise to numerous high-profile organisations in public, private, NGO, and SME sectors.
I am passionate about agribusiness because of my background and experience as an Agricultural Extension Officer with the Ministry of Food and Agriculture in Ghana. I assisted rural farmers in the best practices of producing, processing and marketing farm products for livelihood. In addition, I delivered entrepreneurial training to service users in the cottage industry with emphasis on ornamental plants, fruit & vegetable production and marketing as an Outreach Employment Officer at Heritage Care in London, the United Kingdom. -
Conference/Seminars/Workshops
DATE CONEFERENCES/WORKSHOPS/SEMINARS May 3&4, 2024 Bricolage in Frugal Innovation: Insights on Sustainable Social Entrepreneurship in Ghana>> 9th Annual Emerging Markets Institute. PhD Research Conference at Cornel University, SC Johnson College of Business, Ithaca, New York-USA. April 26 & 27, 2023 “Making do” with Waste: The Resourcing Behaviour of Agribusiness Entrepreneurs in Period of Crises. Insights from Ghana>> Paper presented during the 8th International Conference on Business Management and Entrepreneurial Development, April 26 - 27, 2023, Univ. for Professional Studies, Accra – Ghana (with Adom, K. and Mensah, K.).
Sept. 11 & 12, 2019 Operationalizing Bricolage in Social Entrepreneurship: Empirical Evidence from Ghana>> Paper presented during the 2nd International Conference on Education, Technology & Entrepreneurship at Ghana Communication Technology University, Ghana (with Kwarteng, C.).
August 17-18, 2016 Financing Social Entrepreneurship in an Era of Resource Scarcity>> Paper presented during the 4th University of Ghana Business School Conference on Business and Development.
April 21-22, 2016 Models of Social Entrepreneurship. An Overview>> Paper presented at 2nd International Conference on Business Management and Entrepreneurial Development, April 21 - 22, 2016, Univ. for Professional Studies, Accra - Ghana
July 1-4, 2013 Social Entrepreneurship: Effectuation and Bricolage Approaches to Venture Establishment in West Africa>> Paper presented during the 4th EMES International Research Conference on Social Enterprise "If Not For Profit, For What? And How?" University of Liege, Belgium
May 22-24, 2013 Bricolage Approach to Venture Establishment in Africa>> Workshop at Center for Research on Entrepreneurial Change and Innovative Strategies (CRECIS), Université Catholique de Louvain, Louvain School of Management, Belgium
May 6, 2013 Social Entrepreneurship and Resource Mobilization in Africa>> 4th Belgian Entrepreneurship Research Day (BERD) at Université Libre de Bruxelles, Solvay Brussels School of Economics and Management, Brussels, Belgium (with Janssen, F.) [http://www.solvay.edu/icite/events]
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Honours/Awards
Lydia Serwaah Asare
Assistant Registrar, Quality Assurance
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Profile
Ms. Lydia Serwaah Asare is a chartered professional administrator and management consultant with over 20 years of work experience in office management, quality assurance, customer experience, and project management.
Before the attainment of the Chartered Professional in Administration and Management Consultancy from the Chartered Institute of Administrators and Management Consultancy(CIAMC), She held a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Total Quality Management, a Bachelor of Science (BSc.) degree in Management Studies, a High National Diploma in Secretaryship and Management Studies from the University of Professional Studies, the Central University and the Accra Technical University respectively.
Ms. Asare is a multifaceted professional with exceptional experience in local and international institutions. She is currently an Assistant Registrar in charge of quality assurance-related activities such as monitoring, auditing, and evaluation at Ghana Communication Technology University (GCTU).
Prior to Ms Asare joining GCTU in 2013, she worked as a Senior Quality Assurance Specialist at TechMahindra Ghana (Airtel Ghana Call Centre), a Quality Assurance Specialist at Vodafone Ghana, and a Customer Service Executive at Exzeed Call Centre, Ghana.
She believes that quality assurance is everyone’s responsibility. However, the philosophy of “doing it right” begins with the Quality Officer who sets the tone for culture excellence and accountability that ensures that everyone is working towards a common goal of delivery high- quality outcomes. -
Publications
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Qualifications (Education)
DATE DEGREE/QUALIFICATION INSTITUTION 2023 Chartered Management Consultant certificate. Chartered Institute of Administrators and Consultants - Ghana May-Nov. 2022 Chartered Professional Administrator certificate. Chartered Institute of Administrators and Consultants - Ghana 2014- 2016 MBA Total Quality Management University of Professional Studies 2005 - 2009 BSc. Management Studies Central University 2000 - 2003 HND Secretaryship and Management Studies Accra Technical University 1996 - 1998 SSCE Certificate (Secretaryship) Winneba Secondary School -
Professional Training
DATE TRAINING 4th May, 2024 Building Strategic Working Relationships facilitated by Prof. George Amoako, from Chartered Institute of Administrators and Management Consultancy (CIAMC) February, 2023 Customer Experience Seminars, by GCTU Pro-Vice Chancellor- Prof. Robert Ebo Hinson
24th May 2023 Creation of Quality Assurance-Centered Culture at GCTU by Prof. Kofi Awusabo -Asare
25th November, 2023 Reshaping Education: Aligning Assessment with Curriculum and Delivery, and the Role of Professionals in Reshaping the Process of Education by Dr. Daniel Baffour-Awuah from CIAMC.
23rd June, 2022 Understanding the Higher Education Sector in Ghana.- GCTU Registrar
July, 2022 Report, Memo and Circular writing by Dr. Moses Abhor, Registrar, Takoradi Technical University
24th August, 2022 Effective Communication for Improving Personal and Organizational Culture- by Rev. Prof. Ivy Drafor-Amenyah, Business School, University of Ghana, Legon
2nd August, 2022 Workplace Ethics – Theory and Practice by Mr. Yaw Ofori-Amanfo, Head, Guidance and Counseling Directorate, GCTU
September 2022 Academic Quality Assurance and Audit, by Prof. William Gariba and Prof Akwasi Acheampong Anning. From KNUST
November 2022 Enhancing professional practice through ethical discipline and networking
September, 2021 Certificate in Quality of Service, Monitoring and Evaluation
August, 2021 Female INPRIES STEM Research Workshops
March, 2020 Managing Projects with Microsoft Office Projects, 2016 -
November, 2019 A 3-Day Workshop for GCTU on Public University Administration, Internal Audit and Governance.
July, 2019 Certificate in Managing a Strategic Project Management Office organized by Coventry University.
June, 2018 A 2-Week Power Excel Programme organized by GCTU
September. 2014. Certificate in Introduction of Technology Enhanced Learning. (2017).
May,2014 Project Management Certified by International Organization for Capacity Building (IOCB)
May,2014 Organizational Leadership and Development certified International Organization for Capacity Building (IOCB)
August, 2007 Leadership/Coaching Skills and Team Building by Ernst & Young.
January, 2006 Customer Experienced by Vodafone Ghana
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Kofi Asamoah Owusu-Ansah (ChPA, MBA, BA, Dip)
Assistant Registrar, Office of the Registrar
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Profile
Mr. Kofi Asamoah Owusu-Ansah is an Assistant Registrar at the Office of the Registrar at the Ghana Communication Technology University. He is currently the Head of the Registrar’s Secretariat. Mr. Owusu-Ansah has been employed with the University since 2013 and has served in several capacities. He previously served as the Head of the Academic Affairs Unit and Administrative Officer at the School of Graduate Studies and Research from October 2013 to July 2023.
Mr. Owusu-Ansah aspires to be in a senior managerial position where his qualities and experiences will inure to his personal benefit and the organisation. He also aspires to be in a position where he will have opportunities for growth and advancement. He also desires to be a lecturer in Strategic Management and Consulting and any Management related field to impart his knowledge to the younger generation. -
Publications
No. PUBLICATION 1 Ofori, P.P., Antwi, E. A., Owusu-Ansah, K. A., (2021), The Mediating Effects of Satisfaction and Attitude on Consumers’ Intent Toward Adoption of Social Media Healthcare Information. Journal of Health and Social Sciences Advance Publication Online: The Italian Journal for Interdisciplinary Health and Social Development. doi10.19204/2021/thmd5
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Qualifications (Education)
DATE DEGREE/QUALIFICATION INSTITUTION 2024 Institute of ICT Professionals Ghana 2023 Chartered Professional Administrator - Chartered Institute of Administrators and Management Consultants (CIAMC) (CIAMC)Ghana 2018 MBA, Strategic Management and Consulting KNUST, Kumasi 2013 BA, Social Work with Psychology University of Ghana 2008 Diploma in Social Administration University of Ghana 2006 WASSCE Presec, Legon 2003 BECE Hannah School Complex -
Professional Training
Chartered Professional Administrator (ChPA) - Chartered Institute of Administrators and Management Consultants (CIAMC), Ghana. Institute of ICT Professionals, Ghana. Practical Records Management Training held at Ghana Communication Technology University from 4th – 6th July 2022. -
Positions Held/Served
Head of the Registrar’s Secretariat, Ghana Communication Technology University, from August 2023 till date. Acting Head of Administration, School of Graduate Studies and Research of Ghana Communication Technology University from September 2022 – November, 2022 Head, Academic Affairs Unit School of Graduate Studies and Research of Ghana Communication Technology University from June 2019 to July 2023 Administrative Officer/Academic Partnership Officer, Ghana Communication Technology University (GCTU), School of Graduate Studies and Research from October 2013 – May 2019. Human Resource Officer, Human Resources Division, AngloGold Ashanti (Gh.) Ltd., Obuasi Mine from November 2009 – October 2010. -
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Administration Strategic Management Management Organisational Behaviour Human Resource Management Social Work Psychology Business Consultancy -
Conference/Seminars/Workshops
The Start Right Conference 2024 held on Saturday, 27th January, 2024 at Alisa Hotel, Accra – Ghana. Technology, Business and Society Seminar Series with topic “Ethics and Regulations in an AI era: Reflections on present realities and future expectations” delivered by Prof. Letlhokwa Mpedi from University of Johannesburg, South Africa on 25th August, 2023. Digital Transformation in Higher Educational Institution in the 21st Century: Lessons Learnt, Challenges and Prospects delivered by Prof. Manoj Maharaj from University of Kwazulu Natal, South Africa, held 24th March, 2023. Customer Experience Seminars held at Ghana Communication Technology University from Monday 6th - Friday 10th February, 2023. Research Seminar held at Ghana Communication Technology University on 8th February, 2023. Transnational Education (TNE) Mini Conference on Assessment and Feedback Hosted by the Faculty of Business and Law, Coventry University, UK in collaboration with International Partners on 8th September, 2022. University Education Post COVID-19: 4th Industrial Revolution Perspectives delivered by Prof. John Latham, Vice-Chancellor, Coventry University on 30th August, 2022. The Registrar’s 3rd Seminar Series on Effective Communication for Improving Personal and Organisational Culture on 24th August, 2022 at GCTU. The Registrar’s 2nd Seminar Series on Workplace Ethics – Theory and Practice on 2nd August, 2022 at GCTU. The Registrar’s 1st Seminar Series on Understanding the Higher Education Sector in Ghana on 23rd June, 2022 at GCTU. Global Webinar Series on the repercussions of unemployment during the COVID-19 Crisis held on 3rd May, 2022 with Coventry University, UK. Global Webinar Series on Talking Mental Health held on 1st March, 2022 with Coventry University, UK. Global Webinar Series on Coronavirus and the Global Economy: A Year On held on 8th December, 2021 with Coventry University, UK. Global Webinar Series on Empower: Enhancing your CV Skills held on 21st October, 2021 with Coventry University, UK. Global Webinar Series on Overseeing Quality - from Industry to Academia held on 16the July, 2021 with Coventry University, UK. Global Webinar Series on The Dark Side of Entrepreneurship held on 26th May, 2021 with Coventry University, UK. Global Webinar Series on APA Referencing in the 7th Edition Style: Academic Writing held on 15th April, 2021 with Coventry University, UK. Global Webinar Series on Academic Writing: Harvard Referencing held on 17th November, 2020 with Coventry University, UK. Global Webinar Series on Natural Hazards and Managing Disasters held on 5th November, 2020 with Coventry University, UK. Global Webinar Series on The impact of Coronavirus on the Global Economy by the Faculty of Business and Law held on 6th August, 2020 with Coventry University, UK. Global Webinar Series on How to improve your academic writing at the Centre for Academic Writing held 23rd July, 2020 with Coventry University, UK. Global Webinar Series on Leading from above: Knowing when to lead and when to follow held on 11th June, 2020 with Coventry University, UK. Global Webinar Series on Capital Budgeting: Why some projects make millions whilst others fail held on 27th May, 2020 with Coventry University, UK. Global Webinar Series on Learn a Language with Coventry University: ENGLISH Pronunciation for Global Communication, Centre for Global Engagement held on 5th May, 2020 with Coventry University, UK. Global Webinar Series Progression on Postgraduate Opportunities at Coventry University, UK held on 30th April, 2020 Webinar titled “From Face-to-Face (F2F) to Virtual (Remote) Teaching and Learning: Conversation with the Experts’’ held on 17th April, 2020 with Coventry University, UK. Global Webinar Series with Coventry University on Enhancing your CV Skills – 9th April, 2020 International Conference on Education, Technology and Entrepreneurship (ICTE) Workshop held in September, 2019. Operational Improvement through the use of Lean Tools delivered by Mr. Keith Bissett, Pro-Chancellor, Coventry University on 3rd August, 2019. Entrepreneurial Leadership delivered by Dr. Andrew Turner, Associate Pro-Vice Chancellor (Teaching and Learning), Coventry University, UK on 27th April, 2019. Learning for the 21st Century delivered by Dr. Andrew Turner, Associate Pro-Vice Chancellor (Teaching and Learning), Coventry University, UK on 24th November, 2018. Local Content Impact on Oil & Gas Economy: Lessons from Nigeria delivered by Prof. Omowumo O. IIedare, University of Port Harcourt, Nigeria on 2nd November, 2018 Air Force Operations in nation building: Ghana @60 years of Independence, any future prospects delivered by Group Captain Frank Hanson, Base Commander of Air Force, Tamale on 12th May, 2017. Development, Politics and national Government delivered by H. E. Mrs. Nana Konadu Agyeman Rawlings, former first lady of Ghana on 1st April, 2016. Entrepreneurship After School delivered by Dr. Papa Kwesi Nduom, Chairman, Groupe Nduom by 20th May, 2015. Leadership delivered by Dr. Joyce Aryee, Founder and Executive Director, Salt and Light Ministry on 19th March, 2015 Ethics and the potential for future leadership delivered by Mr. Charles Ayesu Darku, CEO of Tullow Oil Ghana on 31st October, 2014 Entrepreneurship in the 21st century revolution delivered by Dr. Michael Agyekum Addo. Owner and CEO of KAMA Group Ltd. on 26th September, 2014. The (Chinese) Immigrant presence and the Nation-Immigration Dialectic in Ghana Exploring the intersections of immigration, National identity and belonging delivered by Prof. Joseph Mensah, Department of Geography, York University, Carnegie Diasporan Fellow/Visiting Scholar, University of Ghana, Legon on 29th August, 2014. The role of Maritime Trade in the development of Ghana, Prospects and Challenges delivered by Mr. Richard A. Y. Anamoo, Director General, Ghana Ports and Harbours on 25th July, 2014. India’s tale of development and positive partnership with Africa delivered by His Excellency K. Jeeva Sagar, Indian High Commissioner to Ghana on 23rd May, 2014. Policy Making Environment in Ghana delivered by Mr. Franklin Cudjoe, Founding President and Executive Director of IMANI on 19th February, 2014. Tomorrow, Today - The Future Proof Leadership delivered by Mr. Martin Mensah, CEO of UT Holdings held on 23rd January, 2014. A four-day Special Children’s Ministry Seminar held in 2013. -
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Most Outstanding Worker, School of Graduate Studies and Research, Ghana Communication Technology University in 2018.
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