Home Page   »   Back to Staff Directory  »  Directors and Deans
Prof. Frank Gyimah Sackey

Director of the Institute of Continuing and Distance Education (GCTU)

An Economist and a Microeconometrician with research interest in gender, development and financial economics

  • Profile



    Prof. Frank Gyimah Sackey is an Economist, a Microeconometrician and educationist with research interest in gender, development, and financial economics. Prof. Sackey’s professional career started from the Department of Economics, now School of Economics of the University of Cape Coast as a Senior Research Assistant where he lectured in Economics at the undergraduate level. He was part of the three-member team that secured a TALIF fund for the introduction of an M.Sc. (Economics of Technology and Development) Sandwich Programme in the Department of Economics.

    He later joined the Central Region Development Commission (CEDECOM), as a Senior Project/ Research Officer in charge of investment promotion and training of micro and small-scale entrepreneurs in the Central Region of Ghana. While at CEDECOM, he helped to secure some funds from the Micro and Small Loan Centre (MASLOC) for the expansion of the CEDECOM Microfinance Centre. .

    He later joined the Catholic University College of Ghana as a lecturer. In 2013 he left for Spain to pursue a PhD on a Marti Franqués Fellowship at the Universitat Rovira i Virgili, one of the top Public Universities in Spain. While there, he lectured in International Economic Relations that attracted a lot of students on the Erasmus Mundus exchange programme for three consecutive years in the Campus Terres de l’Ebre, Reus

    He was also a visiting PhD scholar at the Department of Economics of the University of Copenhagen in Denmark. In 2016, he returned to the Catholic University College of Ghana upon completion of his PhD as a Lecturer and later rose to the rank of a Senior Lecturer and appointed as the Dean of the School of Research and Graduate Studies. It was during his time that the University’s MBA and MPH programmes had large enrolments as quality was assured.

    In 2019, he Joined the now Ghana Communication Technology University as the Head of the Department of Economics and now the Director of the Institute of Continuing and Distance Education. He is a Research Fellow of the International Network for Economic Research (INFER).

  • Publications

    No. PUBLICATION
    1 Sackey, F.G., Asravor, R.K, & Lamptey, C. (2023). Factors influencing the perception and the willingness to take the COVID 19 vaccine among the working population in Ghana. Journal of Integrated Care. https://doi.org/10.1108/JICA-05-2023-0032.
    2 Asravor, R.K., & Sackey, F.G. (2023). Impact of technology on macro-level employment and the workforce: What are the implications for job creation and job destruction in Ghana? Social indicators research, 1-19. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11205-023-03109-6.
    3 Isaac Ankrah,I., Dogah,K., Twumasi-Ankrah, S., Sackey,F.G., Asravor,R., Donkor, D.O., Lamptey, C., Arthur, L. (2023). Is energy transition possible for oil-producing nations? Probing the case of a developing economy. Cleaner Production Letters, (4) https://doi.org/10.1016/j.clpl.2023.100031.
    4 Sackey, F.G., Asravor, K. & Ankrah, I. (2022) Do Trade Openness and Domestic Credit to the Private Sector Stimulate Economic Growth in Ghana? A Bound Test Approach. International Journal of Business Competition and Growth. DOI: 10.1504/IJBCG.2022.10052173.
    5 Riverson, O., Aryeequaye, N.A. & Sackey, F. G (2022). Evaluating the effect of petroleum price volatility on government revenue in Ghana. International Journal of Oil Gas and Coal Technology. DOI: 10.1504/IJOGCT.2022.10050521.
    6 Ankrah, I., Sackey, F.G., & Tumasi-Ankrah, S. (2022). Towards a cleaner energy system: Estimating the odds of transitioning to an energy efficient state. Cleaner Energy Systems, 2(2022) 100006.
    7 Asravor, R.K., & Sackey, F. G. (2022). Wage price floors and sectoral employment outcomes in Ghana. Indian Journal of Economics. 65(1) No.6, 103-122.
    8 Frimpong, F.A., Akwaa-Sekyi, E.K., Sackey, F.G. & Saladrigues Sole, R. (2022). Venture capital as innovative source of financing equity capital after the financial crisis in Spain. Cogent Business & Management, 9(1), 2087463
    9 Diaz-Serrano, L., & Sackey, F.G. (2022). Is microfinance really helping the most vulnerable? An empirical test of the effectiveness of the Ghana’s Microfinance Policy Reform. Applied Economics.
    10 Bediako, Y., Gyaase, P. O., & Sackey, F. G. (2022). The Effect of Monetary Policy on Price Stability and Gross Domestic Product in Ghana: A Predictive Analytic Approach. International Journal of Data Analytics (IJDA), 3(1), 1-17. http://doi.org/10.4018/IJDA.307066.
    11 Sackey, F.G. (2021) Impact of African leaders’ characteristics and regime transitions on economic growth in Africa: A dynamic model approach. Social Sciences and Humanities Open, 4 (1). (Elsevier-Open access). https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ssaho.2021.100147.
    12 Sackey, F.G. and Amponsah, P.K. (2020). Information asymmetry and self-denial in gender participation in commercial banks’ credit markets in Ghana. Journal of Small Business & Entrepreneurship. (Taylor and Francis-Scopus indexed). https://doi.org/10.1080/08276331.2020.1821530
    13 Sackey, F.G., Amponsah, P.N., & Yeboah, P. (2019). A decomposition and counterfactual analysis of the effect of parents’ educational status on youth employment outcomes. Studies in Economics and Econometrics, 43(2), 9-28. (Taylor and Francis-Scopus indexed). https://doi.org/10.1080/10800379.2019.12097346
    14 Sackey, F.G., Yeboah, P.K., & Owusu, D. J. (2019). Impact of board structure on the performance of rural and community banks in the emerging economies. Corporate Board: Role, Duties and Composition, 15 (1), 33-42. (Virtus Interpress-Open access/ Scopus indexed). https://doi.org/10.22495/cbv15i1art4.
    15 Sackey, F.G (2018) Borrower-Lender relationship and access to commercial banks’ credit market. Journal of Sustainable Finance and Investment, 9 (1), 33-44. (Taylor and Francis-Scopus indexed). https://doi.org/10.1080/20430795.2018.1507130.
    16 Sackey, F.G., & Amponsah, P.N. (2018) Gender discrimination in commercial banks’ credit market in Ghana: A decomposition and counterfactual analysis. African Journal of Business and Economic Research, 13(2), 121-140. (Sabinet, Adonis and Abbey- Scopus indexed). https://doi.org/10.31920/1750-4562/2018/v13n2a6.
    17 Sackey, F.G. (2018). Is there discrimination against the agricultural sector in the credit rationing behavior of commercial banks in Ghana? Agricultural Finance Review, 78 (3), 348-363. (Emerald-Scopus indexed). https://doi.org/10.1108.AFR-08-2017-0077.
    18 Diaz-Serrano, L., & Sackey, F.G., (2017) Microfinance and Credit Rationing: Does the Microfinance Type Matter? Journal of Sustainable Finance and Investment, 8 (2), 114-131. (Emerald-Scopus indexed). https://doi.org/10.1080/20430795.2017.1403181.
    19 Sackey, F.G., & Amponsah, P.N. (2017) Willingness to accept capitation payment system under the Ghana National Health Insurance Policy: do income levels matter? Health Economics Review, 7 (38), 1-13. (Springer-Scopus indexed). https://doi.org/10.1186/s13561-017-0175-1
    20 Akotey, J.O., Sackey, F.G., Amoah, L & Manso, F.R. (2013) The financial performance of life insurance companies in Ghana, Journal of Risk Finance, 14 (3), 286 – 302. (Emerald – Scopus indexed). https://doi.org/10.1108/JRF-11-2012-0081
    21 Compah-Keyeke, G. Sackey, F.G., & Azinim, A. M., (2013). Public expenditure and health status in Ghana. Journal of Economics and Sustainable Development, 4 (11), 88-99.
    22 Sackey, F.G., & Nkrumah, E. M (2012). Financial sector deepening and economic growth in Ghana. Journal of Economics and Sustainable Development, 3 (8), 122-139.
    23 Sackey, F.G., & Agyemang, W. (2011). The impact of acquisition on the dividend policy of the acquiring companies in the UK (1995-2004). International Journal of Investment and Finance, 4 (1&2), 49-64.
    24 Sackey, F.G., Compah-Keyeke, G., & Nsoa, J. (2012). Foreign direct investment and economic growth in Ghana. Journal of Economics and Sustainable Development, 3 (10), 120-133.
    25 Sackey, F.G., & Jehu-Appiah (2011) Determinants of the savings culture of the formal sector workers in Ghana. International Journal of Investment and Finance, 4 (1&2), 113-131.
    26 Sackey, F.G., & Compah-Keyeke, G. (2012). Testing for the existence of politico-economic cycles in Ghana. Journal of Economics and Sustainable Development, 3(13), 63-71.
    27 Sackey, F.G., (2011). The Economics of oil revenue management. International Journal of Economic and Development Issues, 10 (1&2), 31-36.
    27 Sackey, F.G., (2011). Microeconomic determinants of private inward remittances to households in Ghana. Journal of Economics and Sustainable Development, 2 (2), 59-67.
    29 Sackey, F.G., & Akotey, O.J. (2011). Effects of share pricing on firm’s performance in Ghana. A panel evidence. Journal of Economics and Sustainable Development, 2. (4), 140-153
    30 Ahiawodzi A., & Sackey, F. G. (2010). Determinants of commercial banks’ profitability in Ghana: A panel evidence for the period 1999-2008. International Journal of Economic and Development Issues, 9 (1 &2), 56-67.
    31 Ahiawodzi, A., & Sackey, F.G. (2010). Determinants of credit rationing to the private sector in Ghana. African Journal of Business and Economic Research, 5 (1), 23-49.
    32 Sackey, F.G., & Kouacou M. D. E. (2010). Effects of foreign banks under foreign direct investment on the performance of Ghanaian banks: A panel evidence from 1996-2006. International Journal of Investment and Finance, 3 (1&2), 106-129.

  • Qualifications (Education)

    DATE DEGREE/QUALIFICATION INSTITUTION
    PhD Economics Universitat Rovira i Virgili, Tarragona, Spain
    M.Phil. Economics University of Cape Coast, Ghana
    B.Ed. Social Sciences (Economics) University of Cape Coast, Ghana

  • Professional Training

  • Positions Held/Served

    DATE POSITION HELD
    2022-date Director of Institute of Continuing and Distance Education, GCTU
    2019-2022 Head of Department of Economics, Ghana Communication Technology University
    2016-2019 Dean of School of Research and Graduate Studies, Catholic University of Ghana.
    2007-2013 Students Life Support/Hostel Supervisor, Catholic University of Ghana.

  • Areas of Expertise/Research

    • Gender Economics

    • Economics of Discrimination

    • Financial and Development Economics

    • Applied Micro

    • Macro and Financial econometrics

    • Microfinance Policy and Human Capital

    • Health Economics

  • Conference/Seminars/Workshops

    DATE. CONFERENCES/SEMINARS/WORKSHOPS
    2023 Participated in the 3oth Afreximbank annual meeting/workshop, Accra
    2022 Participated in a stakeholder workshop on the establishing of Open University Ghana, organized by GTEC, Accra, Ghana
    2022 Participated on a workshop on online distance teaching and learning stakeholder workshop at Lawer open university, Accra, Ghana
    2019 Participated in an International Conference on Education, Technology, and Entrepreneurship. Ghana Technology University College, Accra, Ghana
    2019 Presented a Paper, “African leaders’ characteristics and regime transitions on Economic growth: A dynamic model approach,” at the University of Cape Coast.
    2019 National multiplication training workshop for Deans and Heads of Departments. (DIES). Central University, Prampram.
    2018 National multiplication training workshop for Deans and Heads of Departments. (DIES). Sunyani.
    2016 Presented a paper, “Policy and Discrimination in the Microfinance Market in Africa: The Case of Ghana.” Using the Generalized Blinder-Oaxaca Decomposition. 16th Annual INFER Workshop, Reus, Spain.
    2016 Presented a paper “Empowering the vulnerable to be entrepreneurs: An empirical test on the effectiveness of the Ghana Microfinance Policy 2006” at a conference organized by the Department of Economics of the University of Copenhagen, Denmark
    2015 Participated in the Fourth Research Seminar for PhD Students across Europe at Universitat Rovira i Virgili, Spain as a Presenter Discussant.
    2013 Participated in a Workshop in Industrial and Public Policy, Universitat Rovira i Virgili, Spain.
    2013 Participated in the Second PhD Seminar for PhD Students across Europe at Universitat Rovira i Virgili, Spain.
    2010 Presented a paper on, “The Effects of Foreign Banks under Foreign Direct Investment on the Performance of Ghanaian Banks,” at the Sixth International GABER Conference in October 17-19, in New York USA.
    2010 Participated in a seminar on “The Prospects and Challenges of Ghana’s Emerging Oil and Gas Economy”: A Seminar Organized by the Institute of Chartered Economists of Ghana, Accra, Ghana.
    2010 Participated in a seminar by the Civil Society Platform on Oil and Gas on, “Ghana’s Preparation for Oil and Gas Production- Consolidating Citizen’s Views for Sustainable Resource Management”. Sponsored by the World Bank, Friedrich Ebert, and Oxfam. Ghana International Conference Centre, Accra, Ghana.

  • Honours/Awards

    Marti Franguès Doctoral Fellowship.

Home Page   »   Back to Staff Directory  »  Business school
Prof. Theresa Obuobisa-Darko

Head, Management Studies. Business School

  • Profile



    Theresa Obuobisa-Darko holds a Doctor of Philosophy in Public Administration and Policy Management, a Master of Philosophy in Public Administration as well as a Masters of Business Administration (Human Resource Management option), all from the University of Ghana.  Also, she obtained a Master’s degree in Organsational Development and a Bachelor of Education in Home Economics both from the University of Cape Coast.

    She has over thirty (30) years teaching and research experience in the field of Human Resource Management, Organisational Development and Public administration. She has taught at all levels of the educational ladder, from the basic to the tertiary level.

    She is currently an Associate Professor in Human Resource Management at the Ghana Communication Technology University. Prior to joining Ghana Communication Technology University, she taught at both graduate and undergraduate levels in the Faculty of Business Administration at the Methodist University College Ghana in Accra.

  • Publications

  • Qualifications (Education)

  • Professional Training

  • Positions Held/Served

  • Areas of Expertise/Research

  • Conference/Seminars/Workshops

  • Honours/Awards

Home Page   »   Back to Staff Directory  »  Directors and Deans
Professor Ebenezer Malcalm

Dean of School of Graduate Studies and Research, GCTU

Ph.D. Instructional Technology/Curriculum and Instruction.

  • Profile



    Prof. Ebenezer Malcalm is an Associate Professor and the Dean of School of Graduate Studies and Research at Ghana Communication Technology University (GCTU). Prof. Malcalm was the former Director of Centre for Online Learning and Teaching (COLT) at GCTU. He was the founding Pro Vice Chancellor for Laweh Open University College, the first Open University in Ghana.

    Prof. Malcalm is a trained Instructional Designer and Technologist, Communication and Development expert and demographer. He has multidisciplinary background in E-learning, curriculum and instruction, academic programing, research, strategic planning, organizational development, programme development, management, monitoring and evaluations.

    Prof. Malcalm is also experienced E-learning Consultant, Professional Development Consultant, Researcher, Monitoring and Evaluation Consultant, Communication and Development Consultant and Leadership expert. Prior to his graduate studies, he spent many years as student and youth leader, where he served as the General Secretary and National President respectively for the Ghana United Nations Student and Youth Association (GUNSA).

    Prof. Malcalm established Rescue Mission Ghana, a sustainable development NGO, where he served as its first Chief Executive Director. He later set up Sustainable Development Training Centre, a consultancy wing of Rescue Mission Ghana. Dr. Malcalm also served as Senior Research, Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator at World Education Ghana and the Coordinator of GUNSA Family Life Education Project.

    Since the year 1999, Prof.. Malcalm consulted for international organizations such as, USAID, International Youth and Student Movement for the United Nations, (ISMUN), Center for Population Activities (CEDPA), International Institute for Communication and Development (IICD) British Council, Global Teenager Foundation, (GTF) International Education and Resource Network (IEARN), Coalition of Domestic Election Observers (CODEO) Star Ghana, Ghana Health Services, Jhpiego Ghana among others Prior joining GCTU, Prof. Malcalm was Pro Vice Chancellor of Laweh OpenUniversity College, Senior Lecturer at the School of Graduate Studies and Coordinator of Distance Learning School at University of Professional Studies, Accra.

    He also worked with American Institute of Research and African American Studies Department at Ohio University, USA. He also facilitated online courses at Ohio University, USA. About his educational background, Prof. Malcalm obtained a Bachelor degree in Publishing Studies at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology Kumasi, Ghana and a Masters degree in Population Studies, from Regional Institute of Population Studies at University of Ghana. He also graduated and earned Masters degree in International Affairs with a major in Communication and Development at Ohio University. He earned his Ph.D in Instructional Design and Technology at Ohio University, USA.

  • Publications

    No. PUBLICATION
    1 Hevi, S.S., Agbenorxevi, C.D., Malcalm, E., Gborse, N.M.M., Hevi, J.M. and Preko, V.Y. (2023), Fear of terrorist attacks and psychological distress in Sub-Saharan Africa: moderated mediation model. Safer Communities, Vol. ahead-of-print No. ahead-of-print. https://doi.org/10.1108/SC-06-2023-0021.
    2 Hevi, S.S., Agbenorxevi, C.D., Malcalm, E., Owusu, N.O., Nkrumah, G. and Osei, C. (2023). Digital learning space experience and learner continuous use in institutions of higher learning: a moderated-mediation model, Journal of Research in Innovative Teaching & Learning, Vol. ahead-of-print No. ahead-of-print. https://doi.org/10.1108/JRIT-04-2023-0045.
    3 Hevi.S.S., Agbenorxevi. C.D., Malcalm. E., Akude. J., Coleman. R., N.K. (2023).Gamified Problem Gambling and Psychological Distress: The Mediated-Moderated Roles of Cognitive and Economic Motives. Journal of Gambling Studies.Springer.
    4 Hevi, S.S., Agbenorxevi, C.D. and Malcalm, E. (2023), "Intellectual capital development; a pre-requisite for leaders’ heuristics in times of uncertainties", Development and Learning in Organizations, Vol. ahead-of-print No. ahead-of-print. https://doi.org/10.1108/DLO-03-2023-0084 .
    5 Asiedu E ,Nyarko Boakye A Malcalm E., Amoah C (2023). Institutional Strategies and Graduate Employability Development Skills of Business Students: The Mediating Role of Graduate Capital Forms. International Center for Research and Resources Development ISSN Number: 2773-5958, SSM Number: (1347468-T), doi.org/10.53272/icrrd, www.icr rd.com
    6 Gyau. Y., O., & Malcalm. E., (2023). COVID-19 Pandemic and the Adoption of E-Learning as Alternative Teaching and Learning: Perspectives of Tertiary Students. Journal of Education and Learning Technology. DOI: 10.38159/jelt.2023422
    7 Boison. D.K, Malcalm E, Boampong A.A, & Hiran, K.K (2022). Assessing Factors Affecting the Blockchain Adoption in Public Procurement Delivery in Ghana: A Correlational Study Using UTAUT2 Theoretical Framework. International Journal of Ambient Computing and Intelligence
    8 Hevi, S.S., Malcalm, E., Ketemepi, G.E., Wuttor, A. and Agbenorxevi, C.D. (2022), Perceptions of police use of surveillance cameras in Ghana; does procedural justice matter? Safer Communities, Vol. 21 No. 4, pp. 302-316. https://doi.org/10.1108/SC-04-2022-0015
    9 Donkor G. A. Baidoo. M.K., Malcalm. E., Adda., G. (2020) An Investigation of the Relationship between Perceived Organizational Support and Organizational Outcomes among Nurses in Selected Mission Hospitals in Ghana. International Business Research; Vol. 14, No. 1; 2021. DOI:10.5539/ibr.v14n1p55.
    10 Mickson. M.,K. Anlesinya. A. & Malcalm. E. (2020) Mediation role of diversity climate on leadership and job satisfaction in the Ghanaian public sector. World Journal of Entrepreneurship, Management and Sustainable Development. Volume: 6 Issue: 1/2, to Volume: 16 Issue: 3
    11 Malcalm E & Agyemang B. (2018) Examination of state of art in Digital television transmission in Ghana: Case Study of Knet Limited. International Journal Sens Network Data Communication 8: 156. doi: 10.4172/2090-4886.1000156
    12 Malcalm, E. & Boakye, I (2017) Examining emotional intelligence As a Precursor of transformational leadership among nurse leaders in Ghana. Invention Journal of Research Technology in Engineering & Management (IJRTEM) ISSN: 2455-3689.
    13 Malcalm, E. & Tamatey S. (2017) Examining leadership style on employee performance in the public sector of Ghana : A case of Ghana atomic energy commission. International Journal of `Scientific and Research Publications ISSN 2250-3153
    14 Malcalm. E. & Budu. G.(2017). Using Podcast and Short Videos to PromoteLiteracy: The Case of Ghana Technology University College. Journal of Pan-African Reading and Literacy Research. Vol.1 N0.1 pp. 66 - 73
    15 Malcalm. E. (2015) Adult education and utilization of new technologies for online learning in higher educational institutions in Ghana. Berlin: ICWE GmbH
    16 Malcalm, E. (2014) Engaging adult Learners: developing distance Learning programmes for single mothers seeking to acquire degree courses in Ghana. Berlin: ICWE GmbH
    17 Malcalm, E. (2013) Adult education and utilization of new technologies for online learning in higher educational institutions in Ghana. Berlin: ICWE GmbH.
    18 Malcalm, E. & Godwyll F. (2008). Diffusion of information communication technology in selected Ghanaian schools. The Hague: IConnect
    19 Malcalm, E. (2006). Flattening the world -The prospects for fiber optic technology in Africa. Johannesburg: Soul Beat Africa
    20 Malcalm, E. (2006). Utilizing very small aperture terminal (VSAT) technology infrastructure in African schools: I-Connect. The Hague
    21 Malcalm, E. (2000). Sexual behavior among youth in Ghana: A Demographic and Socio-Economic Analysis. Accra: University of Ghana
    No. BOOKS/MANUALS
    1 Malcalm, E. (2012). Ghana's educational policymakers and their impact on information and communication technology education: A case study of a Ghanaian model senior high school. Saarbrucken: Lambert Academic Publishing.
    2 Malcalm, E. et al, (2016) Adolescent health training manual: For health service providers, Accra: Ministry of Health
    No. BOOK CHAPTERS
    1 Aseidu, E., Boakye, A.N., Amoako, G.K., Malcalm, E. (2023). Gender and Sustainability in Africa. In: Adomako, S., Danso, A., Boateng, A. (eds) Corporate Sustainability in Africa. Palgrave Studies in African Leadership. Palgrave Macmillan, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-29273-6_15
    2 Malcalm, E. et al, (2007). Building infrastructure. In ICT for development and prosperity. Edited by Leon Strous and Satish Jha. Laxenburg: IFIP.
    3 Malcalm, E. & Godwyll F. (2008). An analysis of structural adjustment programs and food security in two selected countries in Africa. In poverty, education and development. Edited by Francis Godwyll and So Young Kang (2008). New York: Nova Science Publishers.
    No. CONFERENCE PAPERS/PRESENTATIONS
    1 Malcalm.E., Dzisi S. & Boakye 1. (2023). Examination of the State of Technological Innovations in Entrepreneurial Startups Incubators at Selected Universities in Ghana. At 23rd African Academy of Business Developers Annual Conference held at University of East London, UK from 16th -20th May 2023.
    2 Malcalm. E. & Boakye. I. (2023) Examining locus of control as a moderator in the relationship between personality traits and ethical leadership in selected basic schools in Ghana at 23rd African Academy of Business Developers Annual Conference held at University of East London, UK from 16th -20th May 2023.
    3 Malcalm. E. & Fiagbe-Alabi G.A. (2023) Assessment of the perception of males on females in leadership. A case of the national insurance commission of Ghana. At 23rd African Academy of Business Developers Annual Conference held at University of East London, UK from 16th -20th May 2023.
    4 Malcalm. E. (2021). Faculty capacity building for effective online education delivery at International Virtual Conference 2021 under the theme” Re- imagining Tertiary Education Delivery in COVID 19 Pandemic Era and Beyond: The Role of ICT. Held at University of Education Winneba, Ghana. From 18th-19th 2021
    5 Malcalm. E., Mogtari M. (2021). Examination of the stat e of international business comp et enc e in identifying and developing business module for auto-zone spar e parts limit ed in Ghana at the 6th International Conference on Business Management and Entrepreneurial Development (ICBMED 2021) under the theme “Managing Businesses in Time of Crises: Implications of COVID-19 for Businesses”. Held at University of Professional Studies. Accra. Ghana. From 15th-16th April 2021
    6 Malcalm. E., Banahene H. (2021). An assessment of labour turnover in the ancillary services of the financial industry in Ghana: A case study of the audit service at the 6th International Conference on Business Management and Entrepreneurial Development (ICBMED 2021) under the theme “Managing Businesses in Time of Crises: Implications of COVID-19 for Businesses”. Held at University of Professional Studies. Accra. Ghana. From 15th-16th April 2021
    7 Malcalm. E., Dankyi A. (2021). Exploring retention factors among millennials in the workplace: A case study of CBD organization, Ghana. At the 6th International Conference on Business Management and Entrepreneurial Development (ICBMED 2021) under the theme “Managing Businesses in Time of Crises: Implications of COVID-19 for Businesses”. Held at University of Professional Studies. Accra. Ghana. From 15th-16th April 2021.
    8 Malcalm. E., Ampadu. S., Boakye. I (2021). Relationship between leadership style, school climate and academic performance. At the 6th International Conference on Business Management and Entrepreneurial Development (ICBMED 2021) under the theme “Managing Businesses in Time of Crises: Implications of COVID-19 for Businesses”. Held at University of Professional Studies. Accra. Ghana. From 15th-16th April 2021
    9 Malcalm. E., (2020). Harnessing 21st century digital transformation for Africa’s socio economic development at 2020 World Robotics Conference held via Webinar on June 9, 2020.
    10 Malcalm. E., (2019). Education and Training in the Oil and Gas Sector: Challenges and Prospect in Ghana” at the 4th Africa Oil and Gas Talent Summit under the theme: “Transforming People to Human Capital: The Leadership Imperative for Africa Oil and Gas.” Held at Sheraton Four Points Hotel. Victoria Island. Lagos Nigeria. October 30-31, 2019.
    11 Budu. G., Malcalm. E., (2019). Exploring Socrative Application Software for Formative Assessment Tool for Teaching and Learning at Ghana Technology University College at International Conference on Open Distance and e-learning (ICoDeL) under the theme: “Meeting Quality through Open Distance and e-Learning.” Held at University of Ghana. October 22-24, 2019
    12 Malcalm. E., (2018). Delivering Employability Skills for Sustainable Africa Oil Industry: Achieving Synergy with Business Education and Government at the 3rd Africa Oil Gas Talent Summit 2018 on Held at Four Points Sheraton. Lagos. Nigeria. October 24-25 2018.
    13 Malcalm. E., (2017). Education and Training in the Age of Digital-Imperatives for Global relevance and Industry Impact at the 2nd Africa Oil and Gas Talent Summit 2017 held at Ibis Hotel, Airport City, Accra Ghana. October 11-12, 2017. .
    14 Malcalm E., Chang-Naah. J.B., (2015). Effects of Leadership Style on Organizational Performance in Small and Medium Scale Enterprises in Ghana at International Conference on Business Management and Entrepreneurial Development (ICBMED). Held at University of Professional Studies (UPSA). April 23-24, 2015.

  • Qualifications (Education)

    DATE DEGREE/QUALIFICATION INSTITUTION
    Sept. 2007- March. 2012 Ph.D. Instructional Technology/Curriculum and Instruction Ohio University, USA
    Sept. 2005- June 2007 M.A International Affairs/(Comm.& Development) Ohio University, USA
    Sept.1999- Aug. 2000 M.A Population Studies University of Ghana, Legon/td>
    Sept. 1991- June 1995 B.A. (Hons) Publishing Studies Technology, Kumasi. KNUST, Kumasi

  • Professional Training

    Participated in Quality Assurance Knowledge and Skills Training Workshop for Higher Education Personnel in the 21st century held by Association of African Universities at Accra. May 21- 24, 2019
    Participated in Workshop on Overview of Open and Distance Learning (Train of Trainers Workshop) organized by Commonwealth of Learning and Regional Training and Research Institute for Open and Distance Learning held in Accra. 25- 27, June. 2018
    Participated in the third leg of International Dean’s Course held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. February 5-8, 2018.
    Participated in Public Forum on Higher Education under the theme Ranking and Internationalization in Education: New Development and Implications for African Universities held at Makerere University, Uganda on November 8, 2017
    Participated in Second leg of International Dean’s Course held in Kampala, Uganda. November 8-10 2017.
    Participated in first leg of International Dean’s Course held in Osnabruck and Berlin, Germany. June 19-30, 2017
    Participated in in the Sustainable Development Goals Center for Africa Conference: Mobilizing African Intellectuals Towards Quality Tertiary Education, Rwanda July 5-7, 2017
    Participated in 14th General Conference and Golden Jubilee celebrations of Association of African Universities (AAU) held at La Palm Royal Hotel Accra June 5-8, 2017.
    Participated and Chaired a session at E-learning Africa Conference held at Kempinski Hotel. Cairo Egypt. May 23- 26, 2016.
    Participated and Chaired a session at International Conference on Business and Entrepreneurial Development held at University of Professional Study (UPSA). April 21-22, 2016
    Participated in Senior Academic Leadership Training (SALT) held for University Council members held at Mensvic Grand Hotel, Accra. 29 March- 1, April 2016
    Participated in Regional Workshop on Leadership Development in Open and Distance Learning and Dual Mode at Higher Institutions organised by Regional Training and Research Institute for Open and Distance Learning (RETRIDAL), National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) at Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria September 28-30, 2015.
    Participated and served as panelist to set up Massive Open Online Courses for African Universities at the 4th Africa Council for Distance Education Conference and General Assembly held at Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. 6th-9th June 2014.
    Participated in Strengthening Higher Education Systems in Ghana workshop organised by the National Council for Tertiary Education (NCTE) to develop framework on Open University System in Ghana held in Accra, Ghana on 26th -27th February 2014 and April 29th- 30th 2014.
    Participated in Regional Open Distance Learning Workshop held in Victoria Island. Lagos. 25-29 November 2013
    Participated and presented paper titled “Using ICT in HIV/AIDS Education” at African Preparatory Conference of World Summit for Information Society held in Accra, Ghana. January 29- February 4, 2005
    Participated and presented paper titled “The Role of Youth in Information Communication and Technology” at The Global Knowledge Partners Conference In Malaysia. April 15-29, 2000.

  • Positions Held/Served

    Date Positions
    April 2013 - Present Lecturer, Ghana Communication Technology University (GCTU), Ghana
    Oct 2011 - Aug 2015 Lecturer, All Nations University (ANU), Ghana
    Spring & Fall 2020 Lecturer, Financial Management; Investment Analysis & Portfolio Management, GHANA COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY UNIVERSITY (GCTU), Ghana
    Spring & Fall 2019 Lecturer, Financial Markets; Corporate Finance; International Finance, GHANA COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY UNIVERSITY (GCTU), Ghana
    Spring & Fall 2018 Lecturer, Financial Reporting I; Financial Reporting II; Corporate Reporting, GHANA COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY UNIVERSITY (GCTU), Ghana
    Spring & Fall 2017 Lecturer, Government Accounting; Principles of Accounting; Auditing, GHANA COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY UNIVERSITY (GCTU), Ghana
    Spring & Fall 2016 Lecturer, Financial Accounting; Cost Accounting; Managerial Accounting, GHANA COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY UNIVERSITY (GCTU), Ghana
    Spring & Fall 2015 Lecturer, Cost Accounting; Government Accounting, ALL NATIONS UNIVERSITY (ANU), Ghana
    Spring & Fall 2014 Lecturer, Financial Reporting; Government Accounting, ALL NATIONS UNIVERSITY (ANU), Ghana
    Spring & Fall 2013 Lecturer, Auditing; Cost Accounting; Financial Accounting, ALL NATIONS UNIVERSITY (ANU), Ghana
    Spring & Fall 2012 Lecturer, Auditing; Cost Accounting; Financial Accounting, ALL NATIONS UNIVERSITY (ANU), Ghana
    Aug 2014 - Aug 2015 Coordinator, West Africa Center for Case Studies & Research, ANU, Ghana
    Feb 2012 - Aug 2015 Coordinator, Ivey Student Exchange Programme, ANU, Ghana
    Aug 2012 - July 2014 Deputy Head of Quality Assurance, ANU, Ghana
    Aug 2012 - July 2013 Assistant to Dean of School of Business, ANU, Ghana
    June 25–26, 2015 Organizer, Training Workshop on Strategic Decision Making With Cases, ANU
    March 27–28, 2013 Organizer, Training Workshop on Case Writing, ANU
    March 24–25, 2013 Organizer, Training Workshop on Case Teaching, ANU
    May 2012- 2015 Organizer, Seminar on Case Learning, ANU
    Spring & Fall 2020 Research Mentor, 62 students, GCTU
    Spring & Fall 2015 Research Mentor, 50 students, ANU

  • Areas of Expertise/Research

    Academic programming. Strategic planning, Strategic implementation, Monitoring and evaluation. Curriculum design and development. Curriculum review and auditing. Project research, formulation and management. Design of Institutional Structures, Development of Management Information Systems. Information Communication and Technology for development and management.

    Designing of online courses. Delivering of online teaching and learning, Facilitation of face-to-face and online professional development courses for K-12 teachers and students and for Higher Education faculty members. Lecturing at higher education settings

    Communication and development knowledge and skills. Web development skills and Project management skills. Development and the management of Learning Management Systems The use of multi-media tools, video conferencing platforms and presentation skills. The Research Interest are in the area of e-learning, Distance Learning, management issues, Project Management and the emerging technologies

  • Conference/Seminars/Workshops

    HONOURS/AWARDS
    Awarded for contribution towards Oil and Gas Talent Development in Africa at the 4th Oil and Gas Conference held in Lagos, Nigeria on 31st October 2019.
    Recipient of German Academic Exchange International Dean’s Course Award for Africa 2017/2018 Fellowship
    Recipient of USAID/United States Telecommunication Training Institute for Satellite and Internet Delivery of Educational Television and Multimedia, 2014.

  • Honours/Awards

    Awarded for contribution towards Oil and Gas Talent Development in Africa at the 4th Oil and Gas Conference held in Lagos, Nigeria on 31st October 2019.

    Recipient of German Academic Exchange International Dean’s Course Award for Africa 2017/2018 Fellowship

    Recipient of USAID/United States Telecommunication Training Institute for Satellite and Internet Delivery of Educational Television and Multimedia, 2014.

Home Page   »   Back to Staff Directory  »  Directors and Deans
Professor George Kofi Amoako

Director, Directorate of Research, Innovation and Consultancy, GCTU

  • Profile



    George Kofi Amoako, is an Associate Professor and The Director of the Directorate of Research, Innovation and Consultancy at Ghana Communication Technology University (GCTU) Accra Ghana. He has been an Associate Professor since 1st March2020 and currently lectures at the Marketing Department of GCTU. He has taught at Central University Accra Ghana, Lancaster University Ghana Campus, Webster University Ghana Campus, Academic City University College Accra and University of Professional Studies Accra Ghana.

    An academic and a practising Chartered Marketer (CIM-UK). He was educated in Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology in Kumasi Ghana and at the University of Ghana and the London School of Marketing (UK). He obtained his PhD at London Metropolitan University UK. He obtained Post Graduate Certificate in Education from University of Cape Coast, Ghana in 2014 and Postgraduate International Certificate in Academic Practice from Lancaster University UK in 2018.

    He has considerable working, research, teaching, and consulting and practise experience in the application of Marketing Theory and principles to everyday marketing challenges and management and organisational issues. He has over 28years teaching and working experience in academia and industry both in Ghana, Africa and Europe.

    He worked as Head of Lucas Desk at Mechanical Lloyd Company in Accra Ghana, Regional Sales Manager for Fan Milk Ltd Accra Ghana, Training Consultant at Carmic London UK and as faculty at various university colleges in London UK. He has also been the head of marketing department at Central University for 5 years and acting dean of the Central Business School on three different occasions. He a vast experience in higher education quality assurance through the many assignments for the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC). He has consulted for Public Sector and Private organisations both in Ghana and UK.

    He has a strong passion for strategy, branding, services marketing and management, sustainability management, project management, service quality, customer engagement- E-business, marketing and entrepreneurship and CSR issues in corporate world. George has published extensively in internationally peer-reviewed academic journals (A, B and C ranked journals) and presented many papers at international conferences in Africa, America, Europe and Australia. Professor George Amoako has supervised to successful completion six (6) Doctor of Business Administration graduates and have just completed supervising four (4) PhD students who graduated in 2022.

    He is a PhD examiner for University of Cape Coast, GIMPA, Kwazulu Natal University in South Africa and Open University Malaysia. George was also a judge on British Council Ghana Duapa Challenge in 2017. He has also featured of GTV(Ghana’s premier TV station) on Counselling Time as well as Classic FM an Accra based Morning Radio Show on various youth and national issues.

    George is a twice recipient of Academy of Management Scholarship for faculty development in Africa for 2012 and 2013; a recipient of Academy of Marketing Science J. Sheth Scholarship Award in 2013 and Africa CSR Leadership Award, Le Meridian (2015) in Mauritius. Consultant/Facilitator for British Council Connecting Classroom 4 project (December 2018 to Date) and Job for the Youth Program 2019. George has also done training for Bank of Ghana, Ghana Insurance Commission, Ghana Civil Aviation Authority, Ghana Ports and Harbour Authority and many more. Prof. George Amoako is the founding president of Campus Christian Family at KNUST and is currently the chairman for the national management committee for CCF.

    Prof. Amoako was also the GRASAG Legon Chapter President and served on the University Council for the University of Ghana during his term. He has a strong interest in marketing strategy, branding, CSR, technology, sustainability marketing and entrepreneurship issues and business development projects for the youth and businesses.

  • Publications

    No. PUBLICATION
    1 Preko, A., Amoako, G. K., Dzogbenuku, R. K., & Kosiba, J. (2023). Digital tourism experience for tourist site revisit: an empirical view from Ghana. Journal of Hospitality and Tourism Insights, 6(2), 779-796.
    2 Ledi, K. K., Ameza-Xemalordzo, E., Amoako, G. K., & Asamoah, B. (2023). Effect of QR code and mobile money on performance of SMEs in developing countries. The role of dynamic capabilities. Cogent Business & Management, 10(2), 2238977.
    3 Amoako, G. K., Ampong, G. O., Gabrah, A. Y. B., de Heer, F., & Antwi-Adjei, A. (2023). Service quality affecting student satisfaction in higher education institutions in Ghana. Cogent Education, 10(2), 2238468..
    4 Amoako, G. K., Obuobisa-Darko, T., Dartey-Baah, K., & Sedalo, G. (2023). A conceptual framework on finding the nexus between sustainability and desired outcomes for smart cities–the moderating role of green leadership. International Journal of Tourism Cities
    5 Amoako, G. K., Caesar, L. D., Dzogbenuku, R. K., & Bonsu, G. A. (2023). Service recovery performance and repurchase intentions: the mediation effect of service quality at KFC. Journal of Hospitality and Tourism Insights, 6(1), 110-130
    6 Amoako, G. K., Doe, J. K., Tsegah, M., & Martins, A. (2023). SMS advertisement and purchasing intentions: an emerging market perspective. International Journal of Internet Marketing and Advertising, 18(2-3), 181-201.
    7 Dzogbenuku, R., Amoako, G. K., and Martins, A. (2022). "The Mediating Role of Financial Service Branding on Investment Decisions: An Emerging Market Perspectives. International Journal of Emerging Markets-Emerald.
    8 Braimah, S. M., Amoako, G. K., Abubakari, A., Ampong, G. O. A., & Ofori, K. S. (2022). Green perceived value and consumer attitudes in the light of the SDGs: a replication study from a developing economy. Society and Business Review, (ahead-of-print).
    9 Amoako G. K, Caesar. D. L., De Heer, F & Martins, A. (2022). Service quality and customer satisfaction: the moderating effect of innovation at KFC. International Journal of Business Excellence
    10 Amoako, G. K. Doe, J. K,Tsegah,M & Martins, A (2023). SMS advertisement and purchasing intentions: an emerging market perspective. International Journal of Internet Advertising and Marketing.
    11 Amoako, G. K., Doe, J. K., & Dzogbenuku, R. K. (2021). Perceived firm ethicality and brand loyalty: the mediating role of corporate social responsibility and perceived green marketing. Society and Business Review. EMERALD
    12 Dartey-Baah, K., & Amoako, G. K. (2021). A review of empirical research on corporate social responsibility in emerging economies. International Journal of Emerging Markets. EMERALD A Ranked
    13 Dartey-Baah, K., & Amoako, G. K. (2021). Global CSR, drivers and consequences: a systematic review. Journal of Global Responsibility. EMERALD
    14 Amoako, G. K., Dzogbenuku, R. K., & Kumi, D. K. (2021). Service recovery and loyalty of Uber sharing economy: The mediating effect of trust. Research in Transportation Business & Management, 100647.Elsevier
    15 Dzogbenuku, R.K., Amoako. G.K., Kumi, D. K. & Bonsu., G.A. (2022). Digital Payments and Financial Wellbeing of the Rural Poor: The Moderating Role of Age and Gender, Journal of International Consumer Marketing. DOI: 10.1080/08961530.2021.1917468-Taylor & Francis..
    16 Amoako, G. K., Obuobisa-Darko, T., & Marfo, S. O. (2022). Stakeholder role in tourism sustainability: the case of Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum and centre for art and culture in Ghana. International Hospitality Review. EMERALD
    17 Amoako, G. K. (2022). Distribution Intensity and Purchase Behavior-mediating Role of Brand Equity in Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs): An Emerging Markets Perspective. Business Perspectives and Research, 2278533720987022.SAGE
    18 Amoako, G. K., Doe, J. K., & Neequaye, E. K. (2021). Online innovation and repurchase intentions in hotels: the mediating effect of customer experience. International Hospitality Review. Emerald
    19 Dzogbenuku, R. K., Doe, J. K., & Amoako, G. K. (2022). Social media information and student performance: the mediating role of hedonic value (entertainment). Journal of Research in Innovative Teaching & Learning
    20 Amoako, G., Omari, P., Kumi, D. K., Agbemabiase, G. C., & Asamoah, G. (2022). Conceptual Framework—Artificial Intelligence and Better Entrepreneurial Decision-Making: The Influence of Customer Preference, Industry Benchmark, and Employee Involvement in an Emerging Market. Journal of Risk and Financial Management, 14(12), 604. MDPI AG. Retrieved from http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/jrfm14120604
    21 Amoako, G. K., Doe, J. K., & Neequaye, E. K. (2021). Online innovation and repurchase intentions in hotels: the mediating effect of customer experience. International Hospitality Review
    22 Amoako, G. K., Dzogbenuku, R. K., Doe, J., & Adjaison, G. K. (2022). Green marketing and the SDGs: emerging market perspective. Marketing Intelligence & Planning. EMERALD
    23 Amoako, G. K., Dzogbenuku, R. K., & Abubakari, A. (2020). Do green knowledge and attitude influence the youth's green purchasing? Theory of planned behaviour. International Journal of Productivity and Performance management. Emerald
    24 Amoako, G. K., Bonsu, G. A., Caesar, L. D., & Osei-Tete, F. (2021). Finding the nexus between green supply chain practices and sustainable business advantage: an emerging market perspective. Management of Environmental Quality: An International Journal. Emerald
    25 Amoako, G. K. (2020). A conceptual framework: Corporate environmental management activities and sustainable competitive advantage. Management of Environmental Quality: An International Journal, 31(2), 331-347.Emerald
    26 Amoako, G. K. (2022). Customer Satisfaction: Role of Customer Service, Innovation, and Price in the Laundry Industry in Ghana. Journal of African Business, 1-19.Taylor & Francis
    27 Amoako. G. K. Adams G.B.& Doe J .K(2020): Intention to Continue Relationship in B to B Setting – Case of Guinness Ghana Breweries – Some Preliminary Findings, Journal of Business-to-Business Marketing, DOI:10.1080/1051712X.2020.1713563
    28 Amoako, G. K. (2019). Relationship Marketing, Orientation, Brand Equity and Firm Value: The Mediating Role of Customer Value—an Emerging Market Perspective. Journal of Relationship Marketing, 1-29.
    29 Neequaye, E. K., Amoako, G. K., & Attatsitsey, M. (2019). Corporate social responsibility and purchase intentions: perceptions and expectations of young consumers' in Ghana. International Journal of Sustainable Society, 11(1), 44-64. Scopus
    30 Dzogbenuku, R. K., Amoako, G. K., & Kumi, D. K. (2019). Social media and student performance: the moderating role of ICT knowledge. Journal of Information, Communication and Ethics in Society. Emerald Scopus
    31 Amoako, G. K., Neequaye, E. K., Kutu-Adu, S. G., Caesar, L. D., & Ofori, K. S. (2019). Relationship marketing and customer satisfaction in the Ghanaian hospitality industry. Journal of Hospitality and Tourism Insights. Emerald[SCOPUS].
    32 Amoako, G.K., Dartey-Baah, K., & E, Sokro (2020). ‘Factors Influencing Teaching as a Career Choice in both Public and Private Universities" Journal of Applied Research in Higher Education-(Emerald Scopus).
    33 Amoako, G., Dartey-Baah, K., Owusu-Frimpong, N., & Kebreti, C. (2019). Corporate social responsibility: perspectives of foreign and local oil marketing companies in Ghana. Communicatio, 45(3), 67-92. [SCOPUS].
    34 Amoako, G. K., & Okpattah, B. K. (2018). Unleashing salesforce performance: The impacts of personal branding and technology in an emerging market. Technology in Society. [SCOPUS]..
    35 Amoako, G. K., Okpattah, B. & Arthur. (2019). “The impact of Social Media Marketing on Brand Equity-A Perspective of the Telecommunication Industry in Ghana” Journal of Business & Retail Management Research (JBRMR) Vol. 13 Issue 3 April 2019
    36 Amoako, G. K .Kutu-Adu, G.Caesar, & Neequaye, E (2018).’Relationship Marketing and Repurchase Intension in Ghana’s Hospitality Industry: An empirical Examination of Trust and Commitment’. Journal of Relationship Marketing (DOI-10.1080/15332667.2018.1534059) (Taylor & Francis-Scopus).
    37 Amoako, G. K., Anabila, P., Effah, E.A. & Kumi, D. (2017). Mediation role of brand preference on bank advertising and customer loyalty: A developing country perspective. International Journal of Bank Marketing, 35(6) 983-996. [SCOPUS].
    38 Amoako, G. K., Okpattah, B. K., Gameti, D., & Attatsitsey, M. (2017). Re-branding and performance at Ghana Oil Company Limited: An empirical study. African Journal of Business and Economic Research, 12(2-3), 91-111.Scopus.
    39 Appiah-Adu, K., Okpattah, B. & Amoako, G. K. (2017). Building Capability for Organizational Success: An Emerging Market Perspective. Journal of African Business (In print). [SCOPUS].
    40 Appiah-Adu, K., Okpattah, B. & Amoako, G. K. (2017). Building Capability for Organizational Success: An Emerging Market Perspective. Journal of African Business (In print). [SCOPUS].
    41 Amoako, G. K., Amoah, G. & Attatetsey, M. (2016). How organisational performance is affected by strategic corporate social responsibility (CSR). European Journal of Economics and Management, 3(3), 129-147
    42 Appiah-Adu, K. & Amoako, G. K. (2016). The Execution of Marketing Strategies in a Developing Economy: A Case Study of Selected Market Leaders. African Journal of Economic and Management Studies (Emerald Insight), 7(1), 9-29. [SCOPUS].
    43 Amoako, G. K., Dzogbenuku, R. K. and Doe, J. K. (2016). How Service Experience Leads to Brand Loyalty: Perspective from the Telecom Sector in Ghana. IUP Journal of Brand Management, 13(2), 33.
    44 Amoako, G. K., Appiah-Adu, K. and Tagoe, C. (2015). The effects of service quality on customer satisfaction and brand loyalty. Central Enquiry, 1(1), 27-45
    45 Amoako, G. K., & Goh, M.K. (2015). Corporate Governance Practices of State-Owned Enterprises in Ghana: An Analysis. IUP Journal of Corporate Governance, 14(2), 44.
    46 Amoako, G. K., Adjaison, G. K., and Osei-Bonsu, N. (2015). Employee and corporate branding: antecedents of change management. International Journal of Globalisation and Small Business, 7(1), 26-38. [SCOPUS].
    47 Amoako, G. K., Dzogbenuku, R.K., and Ahiabor, G.K (2014). Customer Service and Customer Retention in Ghana's Banking Sector: The Case of SG SSB Bank (Societe Generale, Ghana). Indian Journal of Marketing. 44(1), 33-43. [SCOPUS].
    48 Amoako, G. K., Doe, J.K., & de Heer, F. (2014). Innovation and marketing in Africa–a Ghanaian perspective. International Journal of Technology Marketing, 9(4), 356-375.
    49 Amoako, G. K., & Adjaison, G. K. (2012). Non-empirical analysis of the relationship between personal branding and individual performance. Journal of marketing and operations management research, 2(3), 117.
    50 Amoako, G. K. (2012). Improving Customer Service in the Banking Industry. International Business Research, 5(4), 134-148
    51 Amoako, G. K., Dartey-Baah, K., Dzogbenuku, R.K., & Junior, S.K. (2012). The effect of sponsorship on marketing communication performance: A case study of Airtel Ghana. African Journal of Marketing Management, 4(2), 65-79.
    52 Amoako, G. K. and Dartey-Baah, K. (2012). An analysis of the impact of strategic marketing on the Profitability of Rural Banks - A Case Study of Dangme Bank. International Journal of Marketing Studies, 4(2), 150-156.
    53 Amoako, G. K., Arthur, E., Christiana, B., & Katah, R.K. (2012). The Impact of Effective Customer Relationship Management on Repurchase - A case study of Golden Tulip-Accra Ghana. African Journal of Marketing Management, 4(1), 17-29.
    54 Amoako, G. K. (2012). Relationship between CSR and Corporate Reputation - A Ghanaian Perspective. Social Responsibility Review, 6(4), 56-74
    55 Bening, E, Amoako, G.K. & Shalin, E (2012). Keeping Products of Higher Education Institutions of Relevance to Industry a reason to stay in Touch with Alumni. Journal of Education and Practice, 3(5), 40-46
    56 Amoako, G. K. (2012). Ethical Challenges in Advertising-Case of Ghana. Multidisciplinary Journal for Applied Ethics,1(1), 43-54
    57 Amoako, G. K., Agbola, R.M., Sokro, E. & Dzogbenuku, R. (2011). The Realities about Corporate Social Responsibility Activities of Mobile Telecommunication Firms in Ghana. Social Responsibility Review, 5(4), 20-32
    58 Dartey-Baah, K. and Amoako, G.K. (2011). Application of Frederick Herzberg’s Two-Factor theory in assessing and understanding employee motivation at work: a Ghanaian Perspective. European Journal of Business and Management, 3(9), 1-8
    No. EDITED BOOK PUBLICATION
    59 Agbola, R.M., Sokro, E. & Amoako, G.K. (2012). Strategic Management: A Ghanaian Experience. Accra, Ghana: Universities of Ghana Publishers
    60 Amoako,G.K, Dzogbenuku,R.K & Arthur E.(2016) Fundamentals of Marketing.
    No. BOOK CHAPTERS
    61 Amoako, G. K. (2022). A Conceptual Model of Drivers of Online Brand Engagement: Moderating Role of COVID-19. In Moving Businesses Online and Embracing E-Commerce: Impact and Opportunities Caused by COVID-19 (pp. 160-179). IGI Global.
    62 Aseidu, E., Boakye, A. N., Amoako, G. K., & Malcalm, E. (2023). Gender and Sustainability in Africa. In Corporate Sustainability in Africa: Responsible Leadership, Opportunities, and Challenges (pp. 319-345). Cham: Springer International Publishing.
    63 Amoako, G. K., Bonsu, G. A., Gabrah, A. Y. B., & Ampong, G. O. A. (2023). Digital Marketing and Sustainability Competitive Advantage: A Conceptual Framework. In Handbook of Research on Achieving Sustainable Development Goals With Sustainable Marketing (pp. 170-188). IGI Global
    64 Amoako, G. K., Coffie, I. S., & Ocloo, E. C. (2023). Social Media Communication and Sustainability Perception in Business: The Moderating Role of Social Media Influencers. In Handbook of Research on Achieving Sustainable Development Goals With Sustainable Marketing (pp. 129-148). IGI Global.
    65 Abiew, G. E., Amoako, G. K., & Anwana, E. (2023). Green Human Resource Practices and Sustainability Performance: Evidence from Ghana. In Corporate Sustainability in Africa: Responsible Leadership, Opportunities, and Challenges (pp. 427-443). Cham: Springer International Publishing
    66 Gabrah, A. Y. B., Amoako, G. K., & Ampong, G. O. A. (2023). Africa’s Response to SDGs: Barriers and Challenges. In Corporate Sustainability in Africa: Responsible Leadership, Opportunities, and Challenges (pp. 47-63). Cham: Springer International Publishing.
    67 Nyamekye, M. B., Agbemabiese, G. C., & Amoako, G. K. (2022). Factors Leading to Increased Online Engagement. In Moving Businesses Online and Embracing E-Commerce: Impact and Opportunities Caused by COVID-19 (pp. 139-159). IGI Global.
    68 Amoako, G.K, Agbemabiase. G, Bonsu, G.A & Sedalo, G (2022). ‘A Conceptual Framework-Creating Competitive Advantage through Green Communication in Tourism and Hospitality Industry’. Green Marketing in Emerging Economies-A Communications Perspective-Editors: Mogaji, E., Adeola, O., Adisa, I., Hinson, R.E., Mukonza, C., Kirgiz, A.C. (Eds.). Palgrave McMillan.
    69 Amoako, G. K. (2022). Enhancing Employability Skills in Marketing Graduates Through Teaching Philosophy and Curriculum Design: A Ghanaian Perspective. In Handbook of Research on Teaching Strategies for Culturally and Linguistically Diverse International Students (pp. 75-94). IGI Global.
    70 Amoako, G. K. (2021). The Role of Corporate Social Responsibility in Business Sustainability. Global Challenges to CSR and Sustainable Development: Root Causes and Evidence from Case Studies, 229.SPRINGER
    71 Amoako, G. K., Ansah, E. K., Baah-Ofori, R. and Som G. N. K. (2021). Corporate social responsibility, Firm Reputation and Reputational Risk: A Case of the Banking Sector in Ghana. Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Practices toward Economic, Environmental, and Social Balance.
    72 Amoako, G. K., Agbemabiase. G, Bonsu, G. A. and Sedalo, G. (2022). ‘A Conceptual Framework-Creating Competitive Advantage through Green Communication in Tourism and Hospitality Industry’. Green Marketing in Emerging Economies-A Communications Perspective-Editors: Mogaji, E., Adeola, O., Adisa, I., Hinson, R. E., Mukonza, C., Kirgiz, A. C. (Eds.)
    73 Amoako, G. K., and Dartey-Baah, K. (2020). Corporate social responsibility: Strategy for boosting brand perception and competitive advantage. In CSR and Socially Responsible Investing Strategies in Transitioning and Emerging Economies (pp. 65-78). IGI Global
    74 Boachie, C. and Amoako, G. K. (2017). The application of Statistical Methods. In CSR Research. In Lauesen, L. & Crowther, D. (Eds), Handbook of Research Methods in CSR. Edward Elgar Publishing UK.
    75 Appiah-Adu, K. and Amoako, G. K. (2016). Marketing Strategies and Effective Decision Making: A Study of Enterprise Insurance, Nestle and UT Bank. In Puplampu, B., Appiah-Adu, K. and Djokoto, J. (Eds), Perspectives on Business and Management in Ghana (pp. 9-46). Accra, Ghana: Smartline Publishing
    76 Amoako, G.K., Dzogbenuku, R. and Baffoe, D (2016). Importance of Marketing in Nation Building; Ghanaian Perspective. In Puplampu, B., Appiah-Adu, K. and Djokoto, J. (Eds), Perspectives on Business and Management in Ghana (pp. 47 – 66). Accra, Ghana: Smartline Publishing
    77 Appiah-Adu, K. and Amoako, G. K. (2016). Case Studies of Nestle’s (Ghana & Cote d’Ivoire) Successfully Unique Strategies (Chapter 9). In Sheth, J., Sinha, M. and Shah, R. (Eds). Breakout Strategies for Emerging Markets: Business Tactics for Achieving Market Growth. Pearson Publishing: Old Tappan, NJ, USA
    78 Amoako, G.K. (2016). CSR Practices of Multinational Companies (MNCs) and Community Needs in Africa: Evidence of Selected MNCs from Ghana. In Vertigans, S., Idowu, S. & Schmidpeter, R. (Eds.), Corporate Social Responsibility in Sub Saharan Africa (pp. 217-240). Springer International Publishing
    79 Baah-Ofori, R., and Amoako, G. K. (2015). Electronic customer relationship management (E-CRM) practices of micro, small, and medium scale enterprises in Ghana. In Khanlari, A. (Ed.), Strategic Customer Relationship Management in the Age of Social Media (pp. 72-94). IGI Global
    80 Amoako, G. K., Adjaison, G. K., Kumi, D. K., and Asamoah, F. (2015). Using MIS for Strategic Planning and Management Control in Tourism Industries. In Hajime, E. (Ed.), New Business Opportunities in the Growing E-Tourism Industry (pp. 20-42). IGI Global. [SCOPUS].
    81 Amoako, G. K. (2015). The role of Corporate Governance in Business Performance in Ghana. In Cookburn, T., Jahdi, K. S. and Wilson, E. (Eds). Responsible Governance: International Perspectives for New Era. Business Expert Press. New York. USA.
    82 Amoako, G. K., Adjaison, G. K., and Osei-Bonsu, N. (2015). Role of Strategic Change Management in Emerging Markets: Ghanaian Perspective. Organizational Change Management Strategies in Modern Business, 328.
    83 Amoako, G. K., De Heer, F., and Baah-Ofori, R. (2015). Innovating Ansoff Growth Strategies in the Hotel Industry in Ghana. In Nilanjan, R. (Ed.), Emerging Innovative Marketing Strategies in the Tourism Industry (pp. 97-115). IGI Global. [SCOPUS].
    84 Amoako, G. K., Dzogbenuku, R. K. and Agyei, A. (2013). The Impact of Television Advertising on the Sales of Fast-Moving Consumer Goods: A Case Study of Promasidor Ghana Limited (Accra). In Business Management and Information Technology (pp. 92-105). Prestige Institute of Management, Dewas, India.
    85 Amoako, G. K., Agbola, R. M., Dzogbenuku, R. K., and Sokro, E. (2013). CSR and education: The Ghanaian and African perspective. In Crowther, D. & Jamilah, A, (Eds.), Education and Corporate Social Responsibility International Perspectives (pp. 185-222). Emerald Group Publishing Limited. [SCOPUS]

  • Qualifications (Education)

    DATE DEGREE/QUALIFICATION INSTITUTION
    2012 – 2017 PhD (Marketing) London Metropolitan University, London, UK
    2018 Postgraduate International Certificate (Academic Practice) Lancaster University UK
    2014 Post Graduate Certificate (Education) University of Cape Coast, Ghana
    2005 Post Graduate Diploma (Marketing) Chartered Institute of Marketing(UK)
    1999 – 2001 MBA (Marketing) University of Ghana, Accra-Ghana
    1989 – 1992 BSc (Agricultural Science) Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology

  • Professional Training

    DATE INSTITUTION
    2010 Certified Business Specialist; Academy of Business Strategy, UK
    2007-Date Chartered Member; Chartered Institute of Marketing, UK
    1999-Date Chartered Member; Chartered Institute of Marketing Ghana
    2008 Member; Association of Teachers and Lecturers (ATL), UK
    2009 Member; Chartered Management Institute, UK
    2005 Fellow; America Academy of Project Management, USA
    2006 Master Project Manager (MPM); America Academy of Project Management, USA

  • Positions Held/Served

    DATE POSITION HELD
    Experience in teaching at a number of British Colleges (Meridian Business School, London, and Leicester College of Professional Studies, London - West End College, London) and in Ghana, at Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration and Central University
    Teaching experience with Lancaster University Ghana Campus (6years experience).
    Teaching experience with Webster University Ghana Campus (5 years teaching experience)-Familiar with the American Educational System
    Extensive presentations at local and international conference, seminars and scientific meetings in South Africa, USA, Rwanda, Finland, Germany, Greece, UK and Ghana.
    He has over 1630 citations (Google Scholar Citation); a top 2% author with over 16000 views (Academia.edu).
    External PhD Examiner University Kwazulu Natal South Africa.
    External PhD Examiner Open University Malaysia
    Doctor of Business Administration Thesis Examiner and Supervisor Swiss Business School Switzerland through NIBS Ghana.
    Have supervised six (6) DBA theses to completion and students have graduated in 2019.
    Have supervised four (4) PhD theses to completion and students have graduated in 2022
    Currently Supervising one (1) PhD students who is in his final year
    Panel Member and Chair on Ghana Tertiary Education Commission( GTEC) Assignment at Koforidua Technical University, Data Link Institute and Synergies Institute in Ghana in March April and May 2018,Accra Technical University and Bolgatanga Polytechnic BTec Marketing, GIMPA PhD Program, Ghana Telecom University 2019, Kumasi Technical University 2020,University of Cape Coast 2021, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology Kumasi 2021,Takoradi Technical University 2021,Accra Business School 2021, All Nations University Koforidua 2021, Perez University College Pomadzie 2021, Africa University College of Communication 2021,Data Link Institute Tema 2021,
    DATE UNIVERSITY LEVEL
    2000-2001 Member, University Council University of Ghana.
    2015 – 2019 Chair, Conference and Research Committee – CBS
    2015 – 2019 CBS Representative, Graduate Board – CU.
    2010 – 2013 Chief Examination Invigilator, Central University College.
    2010 – 2011 Chair, Course Review Committee, Life Management Skills
    2010 Member, UWLD Courses Review Committee
    Dec. 2021-Date Director at Directorate Research, Innovation and Consultancy-GCTU
    June 2015/16 Acting Dean, Member, Central Business School
    2013 – 2017 Head, Department of Marketing, Central Business School
    2011 – 2012 Member, Central Business School Management Committee
    2000 – 2001 Member - University Council, University of Ghana, Accra – Legon
    2000 – 2001 President, Master of Business Administration (MBA) Class.
    2000 – 2001 Member - University Council, University of Ghana, Accra – Legon
    2000 – 2001 Member - University Council, University of Ghana, Accra – Legon
    2000 – 2001 Member - University Council, University of Ghana, Accra – Legon
    DATE EXTERNAL COMMUNITY & CONSULTANCY SERVICE
    2015-Date Chairman and member Ghana Tertiary Education Commission various panels across Ghana
    2013 – Date Chairman. Campus Christian Family. National Management Committee
    2016 – Date Area Covenant Family Leader, ICGC – Holy Ghost Temple, Adenta.
    June 2015 Consultant Trainer, Bank of Ghana at Atlantic Hotel Takoradi Ghana
    March 2015 Facilitated in-house training on Customer Service for Densu Industry in Accra Ghana
    Feb 2015 Main Speaker, Chartered Institute of Marketing CIM-UK CPD Series at British Council, Accra on “Practical Insights to Business Strategy Development and Change Management
    2015 Consultant: Customer Service Training for Staff at Densu Industries Accra.
    2014 – 2015 Consultant, Ecoman Consulting
    2012 – 2012 Consultant, Branding and Repositioning of NYEP at the National Youth Employment Program, Ghana.
    2010 – 2011 Consultant, Global Training Consultants (London, United Kingdom).
    2008 – 2010 Director, Georcynn Consultancy Services (London, United Kingdom).
    2000 – 2003 Deacon and Youth Pastor, ICGC – Faith Temple, Ofankor.
    2000 – 2001 President, Graduate Students Association of Ghana (GRASAG), University of Ghana Legon Chapter.
    2000 – 2001 Member, University Council (University of Ghana). Ghana
    1990 – 1992 Founding President, Campus Christian Family. KNUST
    1990 – 1992 Member, KNUST Chaplaincy Council

  • Areas of Expertise/Research

    Strategy, Marketing, Branding,
    CSR Tourism and Hospitality,
    Sustainability, E-Business,
    Customer Service and Entrepreneurship

  • Conference/Seminars/Workshops

    CONFERENCES/SEMINARS/WORKSHOPS ATTENDED
    Amoako, G. K and Okpattah, B. (2020). Presented a Paper Titled ‘Developing Business Analytics Capability for Competitive Advantage in Emerging Markets’ at The European Conference on Information Systems (ECIS). Virtual International Conference. Presented on 23rd June 2020.
    Amoako, G. K. E.Sokro, Dzogbenuku, K. R. & O. Zungbey. (2019). Decent Job and Job Satisfaction among Women: The Ghanaian Perspective. Accepted for presentation at UNU-WIDER DEVELOPMENT Conference in Thailand in September 2019. (A competitive paper presentation with full scholarship from the United Nations).
    Arthur E., Amoako G. K. and Dzogbenuku, R. K. (2019). Relationship Marketing and Brand Equity: The Case Study of GCB presented at Academy of Marketing Conference 2019. Held at Regent’s University London from Tuesday 2nd July, 2019.
    Appiah-Adu, K., Amoako, G. K. and Okpattah, B. (2017). Corporate Social Responsibility, Customer Satisfaction & Loyalty in Ghana’s Telecommunication Sector (competitive paper presented at the world’s leading marketing scholars’ conference, American Marketing Association Conference, San Francisco, 3-6th August 2017).
    Amoako, G. K., Krebeti C., and Owusu-Frimpong, N. (2016). Branding in the Education Services Industry in Ghana: The case of Private Universities. Paper presented at Academy of Marketing Conference, July 4-8, 2016, in Newcastle, United Kingdom
    Amoako, G. K. and Appiah-Adu, K. (2015). Branding and Economic Development: The Case of Ghana. Paper presented at LCBR European Marketing Conference, June 29-30, 2015. Lisbon, Portugal
    Amoako, G. K., Dartey-Baah, K., & Amponsah-Tawiah, K. (2013). Making it Meaningful: Exploring the Concept of CSR in Africa. Paper presented at the Academy of Management Africa Conference, January 7-10 in Johannesburg, South Africa
    Amoako, G. K. (2012). Managing Corporate Reputation through CSR Activities-Challenges in Ghana. Paper presented at 11th International Conference on CSR, May 8-10, 2012, Lahti, Finland
    Amoako, G. K. & Baffoe, D. (2012). The Impact of Green Marketing on the Purchasing Behaviour of Students in Ghana. Paper presented at conference co-organised by the Alexander Technological Educational Institute (ATEI) of Thessaloniki, Department of Marketing and the Bucks New University- UK, June 13-15, Thessaloniki – Greece
    Amoako, G. K. & Dzogbenuku, K. R. (2012). Stakeholders’ perspective of Graduate Marketability in Ghana: A Comparative Analysis of Local and Foreign Trained Products. Paper presented at the Lupcon Centre for Business Research (LCBR), August 9-10, 2012 at Munich Hotel, Berlinder Strasse, Germany
    Amoako, G. K. (2012). The Influence of CSR activities on Purchasing Behaviour of Customers in the Telecommunication Industry-A Case of Ghana. Paper presented at the Academy of Management and African Academy of Management Faculty Development Workshop - Doctoral Colloquium, June 17 -23, 2012 in Kigali, Rwanda

  • Honours/Awards

    HONOURS /AWARDS
    A twice recipient of Academy of management Scholarship for faculty development in Africa for 2012 and 2013.
    A recipient of Academy of Marketing Science J. Sheth Scholarship Award in 2013 and Africa CSR Leadership Award, Le Meridian (2015) in Mauritius
    Quality Assurance Consultant/Facilitator for British Council Connecting Classroom 4 project (December 2018-2021) and Job for the Youth Program 2019 which dealt with entrepreneurship, marketing and financing for young adults in Ghana.

Home Page   »   Back to Staff Directory  »  graduate school
Dr. Gertrude Amoakohene

Senior Lecturer/ Graduate School Programme Coordinator, Department of Accounting, Banking and Finance

  • Profile



    Dr. Gertrude Amoakohene is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Accounting, Banking and Finance and formerly, the Head of the same Department at Ghana Communication Technology University. Her major area of specialization is in finance related research and professional finance consultancy with over 10 years’ experience in addition to Teaching.

    She teaches various courses from Diploma to Postgraduate; among them are: Introduction to Business Finance; Financial Markets; Financial Markets and Investment; Risk Management; Institutional Investment; Corporate Finance; Derivative Finance; International Accounting and Financial Analysis; Corporate Governance; Financial Risk and Investment and Finance Risk Management and Decision Making.
    She has supervised over 100 postgraduate theses and over 50 project works in the diploma and degree level. As part of her contribution in service of the University, she has served on several University committees, from 2019 to 2021. Among them are;
    Academic Board member; 2021 – 2021 Member
    Pensions Review Committee; 2012 to Date Member
    Coventry University-GCTU Collaboration Assessment Board; 2013-2016 Member
    Staffordshire University – GCTU Collaboration Assessment Board; 2012 to 2015, Member
    Graduate School Academic Board; 2014 -2016, Member
    Faculty Quality Assurance Committee; 2012 – 2013, Member, Academic Board (Coordinator Business School); 2012- 2013, Member,
    Ad- hoc Student Evaluation Review Committee; 2012 -2013Secretary, Ad hoc Article Review Committee and many others.
    She also headed some academic positions which include Acting HOD, Department of Accounting, Banking and Finance, Business School, January, 2021 – June 2021.
    Acting HOD, Department of Accounting, Banking and Finance, IT/Business Faculty, December, 2019 – December, 2020;
    Head of Programme Coordination, Graduate School, January 2017 – Present
    Programme Manager Finance and Management Programmes for Collaborative Partners, Graduate School, October, 2011- Present Coventry University
    Anhalt
    Staffordshire University
    UWS
    CASS
    Academic Coordinator – IT/Business Faculty, March 2012 to September 2012
    Dr. Amoakohene obtained her secondary education at Mfantsiman Girls Secondary School and a Diploma in Statistics from the University of Ghana. She has a B.Sc. Degree in Mathematics from the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi, Ghana and a Masters in Finance, from Oxford Brookes University, UK. She also obtained a Masters of Business Administration (MBA) and graduated with distinction at the University of Leicester, UK. She earned her Ph.D in Business Administration at the CASS Institute of Management, France.

    Dr. Amoakohene’s research areas of interests are in Accounting, Corporate Finance, Financial Institutions, International Finance, Investment and Development Finance and she currently has seven publications to her credit from renowned journals.

  • Publications

  • Qualifications (Education)

    BSc. Mathematics, MSc. Finance, MBA Finance, PhD Business Administration

  • Professional Training

  • Positions Held/Served

  • Areas of Expertise/Research

    Corporate Finance, Investment, Development Finance

  • Conference/Seminars/Workshops

  • Honours/Awards