Nusrat-Jahan-Abubakar (PhD)

Director, University Relations Directorate

  • Profile

    An enthusiastic, hardworking, result-oriented and self-motivated individual with more than eighteen years of experience in Lower, Junior and Higher education management, academic records management, and student/faculty support. I am an excellent communicator as well as an excellent team builder and team leader.

  • Publications

    No. PUBLICATION
    1 Abubakar, N. Sighn, G. Mohammed, I. Development of Total Quality Management Framework for Higher Education Institutions in Ghana- A Case Study of Three Public Universities -Asian Journal of Management. ISSN 0976-495X (Print), 2321-5763 (Online) Vol 9(1):
    2 Abubakar, N-J, Luki, B.N. A review of Total Quality Management in Higher Education in Ghana – Proceedings of INCEDI 2016 Conference Accra, Ghana. ISBN: 978-9988-2-3994-7. Pp:717 - 731
    3 Abubakar, N-J, Djaba, G. T, Luki, B.N. E-Procurement in Public Second Cycle Schools in Ghana – Proceedings of INCEDI 2016 Conference Accra, Ghana. ISBN: 978-9988-2-3994-7. Pp:658 – 666
    4 Amoah, A. Abubakar, N. Sikayena, I. Koomson, Investigating into factors accounting for the effective implementation of reverse logistics in Ghana. International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Development, Vol 4, Issue No. 6
    5 Amoah, A. Abubakar, N. Sikayena, I. Investigating into factors for cognitive dissonance (post purchase regrets). International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Development Online ISSN: 2349-4182, Print ISSN: 2349-5979, Impact Factor: RJIF 5.72
    6 Luki, B.N, Abubakar, A. Dispute Settlement in the Oil and Gas Industry: Why is International Arbitration Important? - Journal of Energy Technologies and Policy. ISSN 2224-3232 (Paper) ISSN 2225-0573 (Online) Vol.6, No.4
    7 Luki, B.N, Abubakar, N. Carbon Dioxide Capture And Storage (CSS) Technology As A Climate Change Mitigation Option: What Are The Legal And Regulatory Frameworks For Its Deployment? - Journal of Energy Technologies and Policy. ISSN 2224-3232 (Paper); ISSN 2225-0573 (Online). Vol. 5, No. 10 .
    8 Ujakpa, M. Arora, R. Abubakar, N. Agblewornu, V. Dick Sagoe, C. Application of Virtual Learning Technologies in Teaching and Learning in Tertiary Institutions in Ghana. KIE Conference Instabul, Vol III
    9 Arora, R, Ujakpa, M.M, Nooni, I.K, Fianko, S.K, Hammond, S.O, Luki, B.N & Abubakar, N. Non-monetary Incentive (NMI) as a Motivating Factor to Improve Job Performance in the Ghanaian Construction Industry: A case of Justmoh Limited – Aussie-Sino Studies, Vol. 2, Issue No. 1
    No. PUBLICATIONS UNDER REVIEW
    1 Abubakar,N. Sighn, G. Quality Assurance Frameworks for Higher Education Institutions: The Case of Public Universities in Ghana/ Realities of Quality Assurance Frameworks for Higher Education Institutions in Developing Countries(Africa). International Journal of Applied Environmental Sciences (IJAES).
    2 Abubakar, N. Sighn, G. Barriers to the Uptake of TQM in Ghana: A Case Study of Public Universities in Ghana/ Barriers to the Uptake of TQM: A Case Study of Public Universities in Ghana. International Journal of Applied Environmental Sciences (IJAES).
    3 Abubakar, N. Sighn, G. Efficacy of TQM Framework in Public Universities in Ghana. International Journal of Applied Environmental Sciences (IJAES).

  • Qualifications (Education)

    DATE DEGREE/QUALIFICATION INSTITUTION
    2015 – 2020 PhD (Management and Commerce) Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences, Bangalore India
    2019 – 2020 Master of Arts (Public Relations) Ghana Institute of Journalism, Ghana
    2011 - 2012 MSc Supply Chain Management Coventry University, Coventry, United Kingdom
    2004 - 2006 B.A Integrated Development Studies University for Development Studies, Wa Campus, Ghana
    1997- 2000 Three-year Post-Secondary Teachers’ Certificate Tamale Teacher Training College, Tamale, Ghana

  • Professional Training

    Three-year Post-Secondary Teachers’ Certificate (Teacher’s Cert A) 1997- 2000 Tamale Teacher Training College, Tamale, Ghana
    Professional Certificate in project management 2016 Ghana Technology University College

  • Positions Held/Served

    Secretary/Member of the Planning Committee of the GCTU Top 100 Achievers Awards (November 2022) Ghana Communication Technology University
    Secretary/Member of the Planning Committee of the GCTU Top 30 Achievers Awards (August 2022) Ghana Communication Technology University
    Member, Committee to Investigate Alleged Fraudulent and Discriminatory HR Practices, Suppression of Academic Rank and Examination Leakages and Misconduct at GCTU (August 2022) Ghana Communication Technology University
    President, GAUA – GCTU Chapter (August 2022 - ) Ghana Communication Technology University
    Secretary/Member of the Rebranding, Marketing and Sponsorship Committee of GCTU (July 2022) Ghana Communication Technology University
    Member, Administrative Procedures Handbook Development Committee (July 2022) Ghana Communication Technology University
    Secretary, Conditions of Service Framework and Allowances Schedule Committee (February 2022) Ghana Communication Technology University
    Member, Evaluation Panel for the Procurement of Goods – Printing of GCTU Paraphernalia/Souvenirs (January 2022) Ghana Communication Technology University
    Member, Evaluation Panel for the Procurement of Goods – Production of Scrolls for Graduation (January 2022) Ghana Communication Technology University
    Secretary, GCTU Registrar Search Committee (January 2022) Ghana Communication Technology University
    Acting President, GAUA – GCTU Chapter (2021 – 2022) Ghana Communication Technology University
    Chairperson, Investiture Planning Committee (October 2021) Ghana Communication Technology University
    Member, Re-Constituted Statutes Review Committee (October 2021) Ghana Communication Technology University
    Member, Governing Council 2020 – present Ghana Communication Technology University
    Member, GCTU Council Sub Committee (Monitoring and Implementation Committee) Ghana Communication Technology University
    Member, GCTU Registrar Search Committee (August 2020) Ghana Communication Technology University
    Chair (2019-2020) Association of Senior Administrators (ASMAG) Ghana Technology University College
    Member, Interim Governing Council (November 2018) Ghana Technology University College
    Co-chair of Ghana Technology University College, Takoradi Campus committees: Disciplinary, Academic, Students’ affairs, Admissions, Research and publications, Graduate school, Exams/Timetable/Graduation, Quality assurance committee
    Member, Academic Board Committee (2018 – present)
    Member, Appointment and Promotion Committee – Senior Member (September 2019 – date) Ghana Technology University College
    Acting Chair (2019) Association of Senior Administrators (ASMAG) Ghana Technology University College
    Vice Chair (2018-2019) Association of Senior Administrators (ASMAG) Ghana Technology University College
    Member, Research Committee (October 2018) Ghana Technology University College – Takoradi Campus
    Member, Subject Assessment Board (2016-2017) Ghana Technology University College/Coventry University
    Member, Program Assessment Board (2016-2017) Ghana Technology University College/Coventry University
    Member of administrative and academic staff interview panel (2013 – 2021)
    COMMUNITY SERVICE
    Member of the Governing Body (September 2022) Nusrat Jahan Ahmadiyya College of Education, Wa
    Member of the Appointments and Promotions Committee of the Governing Body (September 2022) Nusrat Jahan Ahmadiyya College of Education, Wa
    Member of the Procurement Committee of the Governing Body (September 2022) Nusrat Jahan Ahmadiyya College of Education, Wa
    Leader, IT Training program committee (2016-2018) Ghana Technology University |College, Takoradi Campus Provision of voluntary training on information technology for both first and second-cycle schools in the Western Region
    Board member (2018) Integrated Development Associates of Ghana (IDAG), Ghana Chapter
    Board member (2018) The Ebenezer Learning Center Foundation (TELCEF) Provision of awareness and education on autism
    Women Fellowship Secretary, Ahmadiyya Muslim Mission (Lagna Immailah) 2000

  • Areas of Expertise/Research

  • Conference/Seminars/Workshops

    SEMINARS/CONFERENCES ATTENDED
    Special Speaker at a Seminar of the Women’s Commission (WoCom) – GTUC Takoradi titled “Teach Me” (November 2016)
    Training on Total Quality Management as a tool in enhancing academic Quality in the 21st Century
    Training on People and Leadership Management by GTUC
    Training on Advanced Project Management
    Training on Customer service in a university setting
    Training on Dynamic Team building
    Training on leadership and supervision
    Research Clinics training to chaperon our research skills
    Conference: Institute of People’s Management, 2015 Annual General Conference, The Role of the leader in the 21st century (in South Africa)
    Team Lead, MS RamqA\Sz6aiah University of Applied Science to India (2015)

  • Honours/Awards

    AWARDS / HONOURS
    Appreciation for Meritorious Service and Efforts Towards the Payment of Refund of Staff Salaries, Ghana Communication Technology University
    Best Satellite Campus for 2016 (Takoradi Campus), Ghana Technology University College
    Adjudged as the Best Manager for 2015 (Acting Head, Takoradi Campus), Ghana Technology University College
    Best Satellite Campus for 2015 (Takoradi Campus), Ghana Technology University College