Kumasi Technical University

VICE CHANCELLOR’S REPORT

13th Congregation Saturday, June 30, 2018

FOREWORD

Kumasi Technical University, formerly Kumasi Polytechnic, has since its inception remained relentless in its quest to execute the mandate of churning out the needed manpower for industry. The current report details comprehensive activities that have taken place and the strides made since the last Congregation of the Institution. The University is consistently forging links with various institutions within and outside the shores of Ghana which support categories of staff, students as well as resource exchange programmes. Collaborations of this nature have not only tremendously improved the human resource base of the University but have also enhanced the international image of the University. Further rigorous engagements were also made with industry and commerce within the period to reposition the staff of the Institution so as to be abreast of the necessary industrial experiences required for the realization of the goals of the Technical University concept. Moreover, Kumasi Technical University is persistently exploring ways of going into training and partnership agreements with industry in order to properly carry out the industrial attachments programmes for students of the University in this era of Competency-Based Training programmes. The University’s quest for a spacious campus has been given a further boost with a decision to put up a building for offices and lecture halls at Adako Jachie which is about 70% complete. It is anticipated that the facility will be ready for use when school reopens. Everybody is enthused about the diligence with which Governing Council is going about its work to set the pace for greater progress regarding the academic landscape of the University. It is the hope that the Institution will in soon see the unveiling of a search team to look for substantive people at the top positions to continue the effective administrative work. The Institution has so far distinguished itself in all spheres of academic life. Therefore, the Council, the Administration, Staff and Students have every cause to be proud of its historical achievements and the goodwill as well as the successes that the new status seeks to chalk. I am convinced that with determination and tenacity of purpose coupled with spirit of teamwork, Kumasi Technical University will soar into the greatest of heights with pride and dignity.

Professor Asiamah Yeboah, Interim Vice-Chancellor

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Contents

Foreword...... ii Principal Officers of Kumasi Technical University...... v Members of Governing Council...... vi Key Officers...... viii Deans/Directors of Faculty/Institutes/Schools...... ix The University...... 1 Profile of the Faculty of Engineering and Technology...... 5 Department of Mechanical Engineering...... 10 Department of Chemical Engineering...... 14 Department of Electrical/Electronic Engineering...... 18 Civil Engineering Department...... 22 Profile of theFaculty of Built and Natural Environment...... 27 Department of Interior Design and Materials Technology...... 30 Department of Estate Management...... 34 Department of Building Technology...... 38 Profile of the Faculty of Applied Sciences and Technology...... 45 Department of Computer Science...... 48 Department of Hotel Catering and Institutional Management ...... 53 Department of Mathematics and Statistics...... 58 Department of Information Science...... 62 Profile of Business School...... 66 Department of Accountancy and Accounting Information Systems...... 69 Department of Banking Technology and Finance...... 75 Department of Marketing...... 77 Department of Procurement and Supply Chain Management...... 81 Department of Management Studies...... 85 Department of Liberal Studies...... 88 Profile of the Faculty of Health Sciences...... 93 Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences...... 96 Department of Laboratory Technology...... 99 Profile of the Faculty of Creative Arts and Technology...... 104 Department of Fashion Design and Textiles...... 109 Department of Graphic Design...... 113 Profile of the Institute of Entrepreneurship and Enterprise Development... 116 Department of Entrepreneurship and Finance...... 119 Department of Agropreneurship...... 122 Consultancy and Business Incubation Centre...... 124 Profile of the Institute of Distance Learning and Continuing Education...... 128 Distance Learning Division...... 133 Parallel Division...... 135

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University iii Technician And Non-Tertiary Programmes Division...... 138 Continuous Professional Programmes Division...... 140 Profile of Institute of Research, Innovation and Development...... 143 Profile of the Institute of Business and Technology Development...... 149 Centre For Electronic Safety and Security Systems ...... 150 Kstu/Prudential Drivers’ Academy...... 151 Centre for Research and Development for Technology Incubation...... 152 Centre For Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency - Kumasi...... 156 Profile of the Office for International Affairs and Institutional Linkages.... 160 Profile of the Information Communication Technology Directorate...... 167 Profile of the Office of the Dean of Students’ Affairs ...... 171 Halls of Residence...... 173 Chaplaincy Board...... 174 Guidance and Counseling Unit...... 174 Sports Office...... 176 Profile of the University Library...... 178 Profile of theOffice of the Vice Chancellor...... 185 Vice Chancellor’s Secretariat...... 185 Office of the Pro-Vice Chancellor...... 186 Quality Assurance Directorate...... 187 Planning Unit...... 189 Business Development Unit...... 189 Procurement Unit...... 192 Industrial Liaison Office...... 193 Career Development Office...... 195 Profile of the Office of the Registrar...... 196 General Administration Unit...... 198 Academic Affairs Unit...... 198 Admission’s Office...... 200 Human Resource Unit...... 201 Legal Unit...... 202 Welfare Unit...... 203 Records Unit...... 204 Security Services...... 205 Clinic...... 206 Transport Office...... 208 Works and Physical Development Directorate...... 210 Physical Development Unit...... 211 Estate and Municipal Services Section...... 212 Profile of the Finance Directorate...... 216 Profile of the Internal Audit Directorate...... 220 Basic Statistics...... 223

iv Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University PRINCIPAL OFFICERS OF KUMASI TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY

Chairman of Kumasi Technical University Council Professor Ben Baffoe Bonnie

Interim Vice Chancellor Professor Asiamah Yeboah

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University v MEMBERS OF GOVERNING COUNCIL

Chairman Professor Ben Baffoe Bonnie

Interim Vice Chancellor Professor Asiamah Yeboah

Government Nominees Nana Poku Agyemang Oheneba Owusu Afriyie IV (Apagyahene) Diana Adu- Danqua (Esq)

Representative of National Council for Tertiary Education (NCTE) Professor A.A. Adimado

Representative of Council for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (COTVET) Dr. Fred Kyei Asamoah Representative of Conference of Heads of Assisted Secondary Schools (CHASS) Hajia Ayesha N. Boakye

Representative of Ghana Employers’ Association (GEA) Aboasu Amponsah-Kodua

Representative of Association of Ghana Industries (AGI) Daniel Agyei

Representative of Principals of Technical Institute (APTI) Theophilus Asamoah Duku

Convocation Representative (Teaching) Dr. Charles A. Bonsu

Convocation Representative (Non-Teaching) Ebenezer Kofi Boakye

Representative of Teaching Staff Elijah Frimpong Boadu

vi Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Representative of Senior Staff Benjamin Adu Gyamfi

Representative of Junior Staff Peter Mba

Alumni Representative Kakraba Ben Komla

Representative of Students’ Representative Council (SRC) Amos Kwarteng

Ag. Registrar and Secretary to Council Abraham Annan Adjei

In Attendance Nana Awuah Dapaah, Director of Finance

Recorder Mrs. Mary Safowah Akom

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University vii KEY OFFICERS

Interim Vice Chancellor Professor Asiamah Yeboah

Ag. Registrar Abraham Annan Adjei

Ag. Librarian Kwabena Osei Kuffour Adjei

Director of Finance Nana Awuah Dapaah

Director of Internal Audit Stephen Dwamena Kwakye

Director of Works and Physical Development Felix Hawkins Mensah

viii Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University DEANS/DIRECTORS OF FACULTY/ INSTITUTES/SCHOOL

DEANS Faculty of Engineering and Technology Prof. Michael Acheampong Agbesi

Faculty of Applied Science and Technology Prof. Bashiru I. I. Saeed

Faculty of Creative Arts and Technology Rev (Dr) Timothy Crentsil

Faculty of Health Sciences Dr. Samuel Osei-Djarbeng

Faculty of Built and Natural Environment Dr. Sarfo Mensah

Institute of Entrepreneurship and Enterprise Development Prof. Alexander Ayogyam

Business School Dr. George Asumadu

Office of Students’ Affairs Dr. Michael Ato Essuman DIRECTORS Graduate School Dr. (Mrs.) Patricia Owusu-Darko

Distance and Continuing Education Dr. Alfred Sarbah

Research,Innovation and Development Prof. Gabriel Dwomoh

Business and Technology Development Nana (Dr) Anthony Osei-Twumasi

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University ix Quality Assurance Directorate Dr. George Owusu-Dapaah

Office of International Affairs and Institutional Linkages Rev. (Dr) John Poku

Information Communication Technology Directorate Seth Ampoma Brako

Health Services Dr. Natasha Asamoah

Hostel Manageress Dr. Cynthia Osei (Mrs)

x Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University THE UNIVERSITY

Kumasi Technical University was founded in 1954 as Kumasi Technical Institute (K.T.I). The students at the time offered craft courses. In 1963, the Institute was converted to a non-tertiary Polytechnic status by the Ghana Education Service to commence offering, besides the initial courses, technician diploma and sub- professional courses. The Polytechnic Law, 1992 PNDCL( . 321) upgraded the Polytechnic to a tertiary institution to offer high calibre skilled manpower with reference to manufacturing, commerce, science and technology to facilitate the development of technology. The Polytechnic then became exquisite, popular, vibrant and indispensable in Ghana. The Technical University Act 2016, (Act 922) converted Kumasi Polytechnic to the present Kumasi Technical University purposefully to provide higher education in Engineering, Applied Arts, Science and Technology as well as Technical and Vocational training. The University has a charming architectural design located at the heart of Kumasi, the capital of the Ashanti Region of Ghana. The Institution from the time of its establishment has become a relevant Centre for training not only for our compatriots but for other African expatriates.

Vision To be a centre of excellence for technological and entrepreneurial development.

Mission Creating a favourable environment for teaching, research, skills development and entrepreneurship training in Engineering, Science, Technology and Applied Social Sciences for industrial and societal development in Ghana, Africa and beyond.

Core Values Kumasi Technical University cherishes and upholds the following five core values which are deemed as central and basic to the institution’s life and activities and influence all persons who work or pass through this institution. The core values of the University govern the operations and conduct of management and staff as well as their relationships with the society at large. The core values which the members of the University cherish and uphold and therefore seek to build in all those who work or pass through the institution are: i) Integrity The University believes in integrity, which encompasses moral uprightness, honesty, reliability, and credibility. It has to do with self-control and discipline.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 1 ii) Pace-Setting The University is committed to setting the pace for others to follow. This calls for competence, hard-work, sacrifice, diligence and conscientiousness. It involves striving to achieve excellence by continuously improving and innovating for the best possible outcomes. It calls for commitment and perseverance in the face of daunting hurdles. iii) Good Stewardship The Institution believes in harnessing resources (physical, spiritual, intellectual and financial) and talents which will be dedicated to the efficient and effective use of same to achieve maximum results for all. In this vein, time is considered a valued resource and as such we uphold punctuality at work and studies. Therefore, lateness to work, lectures, meetings and other functions and events is not tolerated. iv) Leadership by Example The University considers leadership by example as crucial in enhancing teaching and learning and for the proper conduct of its members. Staff are, therefore, to display maturity in their lifestyle and serve as models for our students in particular and the public at large. v) Institutional Patriotism Members are to project and market the positive image of the institution in all spheres of life. This calls for loyalty. This reinforces the noble idea that ‘the well- being of the institution is the well being of all’ The University has 11 Faculties, Institutes and Schools; viz: • Faculty of Engineering and Technology • Faculty of Built and Natural Environment • Faculty of Applied Sciences and Technology • Faculty of Health Sciences • Faculty of Creative Arts and Technology • Faculty of Entrepreneurship and Enterprise Development • Business School • Institute for Distance Learning and Continuing Education • Institute of Business and Technology Development • Institute of Research, Innovation and Development • Graduate School Kumasi Technical University also has: • Quality Assurance Office, headed by Da irector • An ICT Directorate, headed by a Director;

2 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University • An Office forI nternational Affairs andI nstitutional Linkages, headed by a Director; • Centre for Food Safety and Quality; • Centre for Research and Development for Technology Incubation; • Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency.

Staff Strength The University has a teaching staff strength of two hundred and seventy-two (272) as shown in Table 1. Table 1: Ranking of Teaching Staff by Gender Number Rank TOTAL Male Female Associate Professor 7 0 7 Senior Lecturer 92 12 104 Lecturer/Research Fellow 123 33 156 Instructor 4 1 5 Total 226 46 272

Table 2: Summary of Ranks of Teaching Staff Senior Faculty/Institute/School Professor Lecturer Instructor Total Lecturer Engineering and Technology 3 16 34 3 56 Applied Sciences and 1 16 22 0 39 Technology Creative Arts & Technology 0 4 9 1 14 Health Sciences 0 7 11 0 18 Built & Natural Environment 0 12 18 1 31 Entrepreneurship & Enterprise 2 11 4 0 17 Development Business 1 32 55 0 88 Research, Innovation & 0 6 3 0 9 Development* TOTAL 7 104 156 5 272 * The Director who is an Associate Professor has been added to the Faculty of Entrepreneurship & Enterprise Development which is his parent Faculty.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 3 Table 3: Qualification of Teaching Staff Gender

Faculty/Institute/ PhD Masters Others TOTAL School Male Female Male Female Male Female Engineering and 14 1 34 4 3 0 56 Technology Applied Sciences and 3 2 24 10 0 0 39 Technology Creative Arts & 3 0 5 5 0 1 14 Technology Health Sciences 6 0 5 5 2 0 18 Built & Natural 8 0 18 4 1 0 31 Environment Entrepreneurship & Enterprise 7 1 8 1 0 0 17 Development

Business 12 1 56 11 8 0 88

Research, Innovation 4 0 5 0 0 0 9 & Development

TOTAL 57 5 155 40 14 1 272

4 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University PROFILE OF THE FACULTY OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY

Introduction The Faculty of Engineering and Technology FET( ) offers unique opportunities for innovative education and research. FET is the best and largest Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Faculty of the University. Currently, the Faculty has four (4) departments, namely, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and Electrical/Electronic Engineering. Plans are far advanced to introduce three new departments within the next two (2) year. The upcoming departments are Automotive and Agricultural Mechanization Engineering, Oil and Gas Engineering, and Renewable and Environmental Engineering. The existing departments and programmes are found in Table 1. Table 1: Existing departments and programmes in the Faculty Department Programme BTech Chemical Engineering (Top-up) Chemical Engineering HND Chemical Engineering

BTech Civil Engineering (Top-up) Civil Engineering HND Civil Engineering BTech Electrical/Electronic Engineering (Top-up) Electrical and Electronic Engineering HND Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Mechanical Engineering HND Automotive Engineering

HND Metallurgy and Foundry Engineering

HND Plant Engineering HND Production Engineering

Vision To be a centre of excellence in training skilled technical manpower in engineering and technology in Africa.

Mission Churning out employable engineering and technical graduates who are competent in their fields of expertise to contribute meaningfully to the

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 5 country’s industrialization agenda for sustainable socio-economic growth and poverty alleviation.

Management of the Faculty The Faculty is headed by a Dean, who is assisted by a Vice Dean with the support of administrators and academic staff. (Table 2).. Table 2: Staff of the Dean’s Office Name of Staff Qualification Position /Rank Engr. Prof. PhD Chemical/Environmental Engineering, Dean / Mike Agbesi UNESCO-IHE Institute for Water Education, Associate Acheampong Delft and Wageningen University, Professor Wageningen, The Netherlands, 2013 Ing. Dr. Prince PhD (Mechanical Engineering), KNUST, Vice Dean/ Snr. Owusu-Ansah Kumasi, 2015 Lecturer Engr. Lawrence Nti MSc (Chemical Engineering), Germany Faculty Examinations Officer/Lecturer Mary Amoako MBA (Human Resource Management), Assistant (Mrs) KNUST, 2015 Registrar Vincentia MBA (Human Resource Management), UCC, Principal Adarkwah (Mrs) 2017 Administrative Assistant Andrews Boateng BTech (Accounting with Computing), KsTU, Snr. Accounting 2013 Assistant Staffing The Faculty currently has a staff strength of 101 (Table 3) . Table 3: Staffing Category Departments Total Chemical Civil Elect/Elec. Mechanical Engineering Engineering Engineering Engineering Associate 2 - - 1 3 Professor Snr. Lecturer 6 6 3 6 21 Lecturer 5 14 12 13 44 Technical 3 1 12 14 30 Administrative 1 - 1 1 3 Total 17 21 28 35 101

6 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Student Population The current student population is one thousand and thirty-one (1,031) (Table 4). Table 4: Student Population Department HND BTech Total Male Female Male Female Chemical Engineering 59 14 9 1 83 Civil Engineering 111 7 35 3 156 Electrical / Electronics 411 10 - - 421 Engineering Mechanical Engineering 370 1 - - 371 Total 951 32 44 4 1,031 Applied Research Projects The Faculty is engaged in a number of applied research projects through the research units of the departments. The Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (CREK) is leading the research on Bio-energy. Through funding from the Ministry of Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation (MESTI), and COTVET, a number of innovative projects are being conducted. These include the production of fufu pounding machines, design and manufacture of solar dryers, production of automobile fuel from waste plastic materials, manufacture of a continuous charging 4-stroke electric vehicle, process standardization and manufacture of personal products (such as liquid soap, hair shampoo and activator), solar energy powered beauty salon and water purification plant. Staff members are also involved in research activities leading to the publication of technical research papers in local and international journals.

Collaborations The Faculty is playing the leading role in the implementation of the Partnership for Applied Sciences (PASS) project. The Partnership for Applied Sciences Project is a partnership between Kumasi Technical University (KsTU), Cape Coast Technical University (CCTU), and three German universities of Applied Sciences (Hochschule Bonn-Rhein-Sieg University of Applied Sciences, TH Köln University of Applied Sciences, and International Hochschule Bad Honnef–Bonn International University of Applied Sciences). The four-year (July 2017–June 2021) project, funded through the German Academic Exchange Services (DAAD/MIWF), aims at achieving the full transformation of KsTU and CCTU according to the model of German Universities of Applied Sciences. The departments are collaborating with several local companies to provide quality training to our students. Details are in the various departmental reports.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 7 Achievements • The Faculty again received the best Faculty award for 2017/2018 Academic Year for being the Faculty with the highest terminal degree holders, highest research output and highest Student-Lecturer assessment scores. • The Faculty is leading the implementation of the mandate of the University and it is hosting the University’s niche programme, which is Renewable Energy/Environmental Engineering. • The Faculty is leading the implementation of the Partnership for Applied Sciences (PASS) project of the University.

Staff Development and Recruitment The Faculty currently has fourteen (14) members of staff pursuing doctorate degrees (Table 5). Table 5: Number of Staff members pursuing further studies Department PhD Master's Bachelors Total Chemical 2 - 1 3

Civil 2 1 3

Electrical/Electronic 6 1 - 7

Mechanical 4 - 1 5

Total 14 2 2 18

Future Plans The Faculty plans to: • Convert all programmes within the Faculty into Competence-Base Training (CBT) model. • Introduce new departments and programmes at the undergraduate and graduate levels (Table 6). The introduction of the proposed departments and reorganization of the existing and new programmes is to ensure that the Faculty operates in accordance with the mandate conferred on the University by Act 922.

8 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Table 6: Proposed new departments and programmes (undergraduate and graduate) Department Programme Status Mechanical BTech Automotive Engineering Engineering** BTech Heating, Ventilation and Air- Awaiting Accreditation conditioning Engineering BTech Welding and Fabrication Engineering Developed for NCTE BTech Agricultural Machinery Engineering approval Computer BTech Computer Software Engineering Development in Engineering progress BTech Computer Hardware Engineering Environmental MTech Water and Environmental Accredited Engineering Engineering and Technology MTech Renewable Energy Engineering Developed for NCTE BTech Sustainable Engineering approval BTech Building Services Engineering

Oil and Gas BTech Oil and Gas Engineering Awaiting Accreditation Engineering BTech Petrochemical Engineering Biomedical BTech Pharmaceutical Engineering Consideration Stage Engineering Chemical Development in DTech Chemical Engineering Engineering** progress BTech Petrochemical Engineering Awaiting Accreditation BTech Oil and Gas Engineering Civil DTech Civil Engineering Development in Engineering** MTech Highway Engineering progress MTech Structural Engineering Submitted to NCTE for BTech Surveying and Geoinformatis approval Electrical and Electronic BTech Electrical and Electronic Engineering Awaiting accreditation Engineering** *Existing programmes **Existing Departments

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 9 DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

Introduction The Department of Mechanical Engineering which runs Higher National Diploma (HND) in Mechanical Engineering has been organized into four sections namely; • Plant Engineering • Production Engineering • Automotive Engineering • Metallurgy and Foundry Engineering Currently, the Department is awaiting accreditation for the following programmes: • Four (4) year BTech Mechanical Engineering programmes. • BTech (Top up) Mechanical Engineering programmes. • Three (3) year Higher Diploma Mechanical Engineering programmes.

Vision To be a centre of excellence for churning out competent and efficient mechanical engineers for the national and the global economy.

Objectives The Department has the aim to train students who intend to qualify as engineers and technicians in industries. At the end of the programme, students will have acquired skills to: • Use machine tools and hand tools for manufacturing products. • Diagnose and repair faults on automobile/heavy duty equipment • Design and cast components from metals. • Repair and maintain plants or machines • Manage a shop (Machine shop, Foundry shop, automobile garage, etc.)

Student Population The total number of students in the department is three hundred and seventy-one (371). The breakdown is as follows: Table 1: Student Population Programme Male Female Total HND 1 133 1 134 HND 2 103 - 103

10 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University HND 3 134 - 134 Total 370 1 371

Staffing The department has thirty-five (35) members of staff. Details are shown in Table 2.

Table 2: Staffing Name Qualification Postition/Rank Full-time Lecturers PhD Mechatronics Eng. Wuhan Ing. Dr. Prince Owusu- Head / Snr. University of Technology, China, Ansah Lecturer 2016 Ing. Prof. John Afriyie PhD Mech. Eng. DE Montfort Associate Professor Kwasi University, U.K. 2007 Ing. Timothy Alhassan MSc Mechanical Eng. KNUST, 2011 Snr. Lecturer Ing. Osei Yeboah MSc Mechanical Eng. KNUST, 2010 Snr. Lecturer Emmanuel Ing. Edward Antwi* MSc Mechanical Eng. KNUST, 2008 Snr. Lecturer MSc Environmental Resources Andrews Danquah Lecturer Management, KNUST, 2007 Albert Owusu-Ansah MSc Mechanical Eng. University of Lecturer Koomson Budapest, Hungary, 1991 Gideon Mensah-Whyte MSc Telecom. Mgt. Netherlands, 2011 Lecturer MSc. Mechanical Eng. Vladimir Charles Tandoh Lecturer Polytechnic, Russia, 1991 Ing. Joseph Ebow Dadzie MSc Mechanical Eng. KNUST, 2007 Lecturer J. K. Fred Adzabe MSc Mechanical Eng. KNUST, 2012 Lecturer Joseph Xavier Francisco MSc Mechanical Eng. KNUST, 2011 Lecturer Ribeiro * Emmanuel Adu* MSc Mechanical Eng. KNUST, 2011 Lecturer Ing. Araba Amo-Aidoo MSc. Mechanical Eng. KNUST, 2016 Lecturer BSc Metallurgy And Mineral Joseph Amoako Processing Engineering, KNUST, Principal Instructor 1986 Isaac Kwadwo BSc Material Science Eng. KNUST, Principal Instructor Amankwaa 2004 William Kwaku Afriyie BSc Agricultural Eng. KNUST, 1999 Snr. Instructor Snr. Lab. Benjamin Anim MSc Mechanical Eng. KNUST, 2017 Technician

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 11 Name Qualification Postition/Rank BSc. Automotive Technology Isaac Kofi Yaabo Snr. Technician Education, UEW-K, 2017 Alex Frimpong Justice MSc. Mechanical Eng. KNUST, 2017 Snr. Technician Joseph Kwame MSc. Mechanical Eng. KNUST, 2017 Technician Lewballah BSc. Mechanical Technology Ing. Abraham Asare Technician Education, UEW-K, 2016 MVT III Mechanical Eng. Kumasi Emmanuel Danso Keitu Technician Polytechnic, 2009 Emmanuel Opoku- HND, Mechanical Eng. Kumasi Technician Boateng Polytechnic, 2014 Laweh Abednego HND Mechanical Engineering, KsTU, Technician Buernor 2012 Benjamin Kwame HND Mechanical Eng. Kumasi Welding Technician Ghansah Polytechnic, 2015 N.V.T.I. Mini Education, Suame- Emmanuel Boateng Fitter Kumasi, 2009 BSc HRM, Ghana Baptist University Principal Admin. Vivian Osei College, 2015 Assist.

Part-time Teaching Staff

Solomon Abu Frimpong MSc Mechanical Eng. KNUST, 2007 Snr. Lecturer Felix Debrah-Apraku MSc Mechanical Eng, KNUST, 2010 Snr. Lecturer Kwesi Amoonu-Otoo MSc Metallurgy, KNUST, 2000 Lecturer Jonathan Kennedy MTech. (VOTECH) Lecturer Anyomedie Saviour Kwame MSc Renewable Energy, KNUST, 2015 Lecturer Woangbah Gabriel Osei MTech. (VOTECH) UEW-K, 2011 Lecturer Samuel Frank Kweku B.Ed. VOTECH UEW-K, 2004 Chief Instructor Ghansah * On study leave Staff Development Currently, five (5) members of staff are pursuing further studies (Table 3).

12 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Table 3: Staff pursuing further studies Name Programme and Institution and Country Expected Field of Study year of completion Emmanuel Danso BSc. Mechanical Eng. KNUST, Ghana 2022 Keitu Ing. Araba Amo- PhD Energy Goethe Institute/Kassel 2020 Aidoo University, Germany Edward Antwi PhD Mechanical University of Rostock, 2019 Engineering Germany Emmanuel Adu PhD Oil and Gas Yangtze University, China 2019 Management Joseph Xavier PhD Oil and Gas Yangtze University, China 2019 Francisco Ribeiro Management Challenges • Inadequate funding for training materials • Numerous number of broken down mechanical workshop equipment • Inadequate office accommodation for members of staff • Inadequate number of academic staff

Future Plans The Department intends to: • Run MTech and BTech Mechanical Engineering programmes • Offer machatronics training for the general public

Activities of Academic Staff

Publications Osei E. Y., Amo-Aidoo A. (2018) Experimental water heating studies of flat Box and inclined Box solar cooker Design in Ghana. International journal of scientific and Technology Research, 7(4), 17-22.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 13 DEPARTMENT OF CHEMICAL ENGINEERING

Introduction The Department currently runs two (2) programmes, namely, a three-yearHND programme and an 18-month top-up BTech, both in Chemical Engineering. Plans are far advanced to introduce four (4) additional programmes in the Department next academic year, namely; • 4-year BTech in Chemical Engineering. • 4-year BTech in Petrochemical Engineering. • 4-year BTech in Oil and Gas. • 2-year MTech in Chemical Engineering.

Vision To be the best Chemical Engineering Department in Ghana and Africa.

Objectives Producing graduates that have a firm grasp of the principles of Chemical Engineering through quality engineering education.

To achieve the vision, we strive to: • Provide students with the underlying engineering sciences and technical foundations to become competent, practicing chemical engineers. Students learn to apply their knowledge of scientific principles to problem identification and solution, to undertake and analyze experimental work, and to design safe, environmentally acceptable and sustainable processes and systems to meet specified objectives using modern engineering tools and technologies; • Prepare students to be successful in their future working relationships. Students develop skills, learn to function productively in teams, and obtain the foundation to support life-long learning so as to promote personal and professional growth; • Instil in students perfect understanding of their professional and ethical responsibilities and create awareness of the societal impact that their professional activities may have; • Improve continuously the academic programme in the partnership with academia, alumni, government, and industry; and • Foster a relationship that is collaborative and accessible between faculty and students and which allows for personal mentoring and engages students in the educational process.

14 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Student Population The Department currently has eighty-three (83) students as shown in Table 1. Table 1: Student Population Year Male Female Total HND 1 1 6 23 HND 2 21 5 26 HND 3 21 3 24 BTECH 1 5 1 6 BTECH 2 4 0 4 Total 84 16 83

Staffing The Department has a total of thirteen (13) lecturers (Table 2). Table 2: Staffing Name Qualification Postition/Rank Ing. Prof. Nana Osei- HOD / Associate PhD KNUST, Kumasi, 2005 Wusu Achaw Professor PhD Chemical/Environmental Engineering, UNESCO-IHE Institute Engr. Prof. Mike A. Dean-Eng./Associate for Water Education, Delft and Acheampong Professor Wageningen University, Wageningen, The Netherlands, 2013 Engr. Dr. Robert Dery PhD Yangtze University, China, 2015 Snr. Lecturer Nagre Engr. Dr. Isaac K. PhD, Yangtze University, China, 2016 Snr. Lecturer Frimpong PhD, Loughborough University, UK, Dr. Eric Danso-Boateng Snr. Lecturer 2015 Dr. Julius Ahiekpor PhD, Port Harcourt. Nigeria, 2017 Snr. Lecturer Ing. Edem C. Bensah MSc, KNUST, Ghana, 2009 Snr. Lecturer Sampson K. Kyei MSc, KNUST, Ghana, 2007 Snr. Lecturer Ing. Dr. Margaret Mary PhD, Queens University, Northern Lecturer Nimoh Ireland, 2011 MSc, Munster Univ. of Applied Engr. Lawrence Nti Lecturer Sciences, Germany, 2007 Engr. Philip Ansah MSc, KNUST, Ghana, 2016 Lecturer Duke Mensah Bonsu MSc, Royal Inst. of Tech., 2010 Lecturer Engr. Johannes Amin MSc, KNUST, Ghana, 2014 Lecturer

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 15 Name Qualification Postition/Rank Ama Agyemang HND, K’Poly, Ghana, 2007 Snr. Technician Dennis Asante-Sackey HND, K’Poly, Ghana, 2011 Technician Leticia Oppong HND, K’Poly, Ghana, 2010 Technician Frimpong MBA Strategic Management, Valley Victor Degazor Snr. Admin. Assist. View University, 2017 Staff Development Three (3) members of staff are pursuing further studies as shown in Table 3.

Table 3: Staff members pursuing further studies Name Programmeme and Institution and Expected Year Field of Study Country of completion Mr. Sampson Kyei PhD, Industrial Port Harcourt, 2020 Chemistry Nigeria Ing. Edem C. PhD Chemical KNUST, Ghana 2019 Bensah Engineering Dennis Asante BTech Chemical Kumasi Technical 2019 Sackey Engineering University, Ghana Collaborations The Department is collaborating with a number of industries and institutions to deliver quality education to the students. Among the companies the Department is currently collaborating with are Tema Oil Refinery TOR( )-Tema, Platon Gas- Takoradi, Juaben Oil Mills-Juaben, OlamCoacoa Ltd-Kumas, and Ghana Nuts- Techiman.

Challenges • Inadequate offices for both teaching and non-teaching staff members. • Irregular power supply to the laboratory • Inadequate laboratory and research facilities.

Future Plans In the short to medium term, the Department plans to: • Run an MTech programme in Chemical Engineering • Run 4-year BTech Chemical and Petrochemical Engineering programmes

16 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University • Employ five (5) additional senior members of staff in view of the planned introduction of 3 new programmes. • Upgrade the Department’s research laboratory to enable staff do more research and more publications

Activities of Academic Staff Publications • Oten-Peprah, M, Acheampong, M.A., De Vries, N, (2018). Exploring the Determinants of Dreywater Reuse for Potable and Non-potable Purposes in a Developing Country – A Theory of Planned Behaviour Approach. Desalination and Water Treatment (Accepted). • Oten-Peprah, M, Acheampong, M.A., De Vries, N, (2018). Greywater Characteristics, Treatment Systems, Reuse Strategies and User Perception – A review. Water, Air and Soil Pollution – A Springer Journal (Accepted). • Derkyi, N. S. A., Acheampong, M.A., Tetteh, P., Aidoo, S., Mwin, E.N., (2018). Product Design for a Functional Non-Alcoholic Drink. South African Journal of Chemical Engineering 25, 85-90. • Oten-Peprah, M, De Vries, N, Acheampong, M.A., (2018). Greywater Characterization and Generation Rates in a Peri Urban Municipality of a Developing Country. Journal of Environmental Management 206, 498-506. • Derkyi, N.S.A., Acheampong, M.A., Mwin, E.N., Tetteh, P. and Aidoo, S.C., (2018). Equipment Design for Prekese Functional Fruit Drink Processing. Journal of Asian Scientific Research 8(3), 86-102. • Ahiekpor, J. C., Kuye, A. O., and Achaw, O-W. (2017), Optimization of the pyrolysis of hardwood sawdust in a fixed bed reactor using surface response methodology, Lignocellulose, 6(2), 98-108. • Acheampong, M.A., Ansa, E.D.O., (2017).Low-Cost Technologies for Mining Wastewater Treatment. Journal of Environmental Science and Engineering B 6(8) 391-405. • Ansa E.D.O., Sakyi, R.L., Asmah, M.H., Acheampong, M.A., Lamptey, E., (2017).An Assessment of Environmental Conditions and the Benthic Fauna of the Odaw River Basin.WestAfrican Journal of Applied Ecology, vol. 25(2), 17–29. • Afriyie, J. K. and Achaw, O-W. (2017), Performance Investigation of a Chimney-dependent Solar Tent Dryer in Relation to Open-Sun Drying of Cocoa, Proceedings of 4th International Conference on Applied Sciences and Technology, Kumasi Technical University, Kumasi Ghana, 4th- 6th October, 2017.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 17 • Achaw, O-W., Asiamah Y., Engman, J., Agyei, J., and Abruquah, A.A. (Editors, 2017), Proceedings of the 4th International Conference on Applied Sciences and Technology, Kumasi Technical University, Kumasi, Ghana, 4th- 6th October, 2017.

DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING

Introduction The Electrical & Electronic Engineering Department is one of the four departments under the Faculty of Engineering and Technology. Currently the department runs BTech (Top-Up), HND, Advanced Diploma and Diploma in Electrical and Electronic Engineering. The programmes are designed to offer opportunities for students to acquire knowledge and practical skills in Electrical and Electronic Engineering to enable them to contribute meaningfully to the development of the nation, organizations and institutions where they may be working. Electrical and Electronic engineers are highly employable in a wide range of areas beyond the engineering sector, such as information technology, finance, management, health, etc. The Department is awaiting accreditation to run a 4-yearBT ech programme in Electrical and Electronic Engineering.

Vision To be a centre of excellence for churning out competent and efficient Electrical & Electronic Engineers for the national and the global economy.

Objectives To produce graduates that have a firm grasp of Electrical and Electronic Engineering principles through quality engineering education, aimed at benefitting local industries in Ghana and the wider international community

Student Population The current student population stands at five hundred and fifty-three (553). Details are in Table 1. Table 1: Student Population for 2016/2017 academic year Class Male Female Total BTech 50 1 51 HND 1 118 4 122

18 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University HND 2 100 1 101 HND 3 142 5 147 HND 1 Parallel 13 - 13 HND 2 Parallel 7 1 8 HND 3 Parallel 14 - 14 Advanced Diploma 6 - 6 Diploma 1 58 2 60 Diploma 2 31 - 31 Total 539 14 553

Staffing The Department has a total of fourteen (14) academic staff as shown in Table 2. Table 2: Staffing

Full-Time Postition/ Name Qualification Rank Ing. Dr. Emmanuel PhD Geological Resources and Geological HOD/Snr. K. Nyantakyi Engineering, Yangtze, China, 2015 Lecturer MTech. Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Coordinator/ Engr. Kingsley Akom University of Education, Kumasi Campus, Lecturer 2011 Ing. Kwadwo MSc. Telecommunication Management Han Lecturer Ntiamoah- Sarpong* University of Applied Science, 2011 MSc. Telecommunication Management, Han Kwame Sarfo* Lecturer University of Applied Science, 2011 MSc. Telecommunication, Kwame Nkrumah Achiaa Osei-Donkor Lecturer University of Science and Technology, 2011 MTech. Electrical & Electronic Engineering. Engr. Johannex University of Education Winneba, Kumasi Lecturer Fefeh Rushman* Campus,2011 MTech Electrical Power Engineering. Cape Engr. Bernard Peninsula University Technology Ecole Lecturer Agyei Frimpong* Superior de Institute Senegal, 2011 MSc Renewable Energy Technology, KNUST, Asare Koduah Lecturer 2015 MTech Electrical Power Supply Cverstate Raymond Osei-Wusu Lecturer Tech University,Russia, 2015

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 19 Postition/ Name Qualification Rank MSc. Power Electronics and Power Drives, Adam Misbawu* Lecturer WUHAN University of Technology, 2015 Engr. Mamudu Msc. Information Management Systems, Assistant Hamidu Coventry University, UK/GTU, 2015 Lecturer BSc. (Hons) In Electrical and Electronic Egyir-Yaw Samuel Senior Engineering, Kwame Nkrumah University of Nigel Instructor Science and Technology, 1992 *On Study leave

Part Time Lecturers Postition/ Name Qualification Rank MSc. Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Senior Lecturer Joseph A. Antwi Stattfordshire University, 2010 (Part Time) MSc. Control & Instrumentation, University Senior Lecturer Victor K. Appaw of Huddersfield, 2010 (Part Time)

Non-Teaching Staff Postition/ Name Qualification Rank MSc Computer Applied Technology Edmund K. Adjei- Senior (Electrical Power Option) Lanzhou Jiaotong Sarfo Technician University, China, 2017. Bsc. Electrical/Electronic Engineering. Senior Geoffery S. Quansah KNUST, Kumasi, 2011 Technician Bsc. Electrical/Electronic Engineering. Senior Kwabena Addo KNUST, Kumasi, 2014 Technician Benjamin Adu Bsc. Telecommunication Engineering. Senior Gyamfi KNUST, Kumasi, 2015 Technician Bsc. Electrical/Electronic Engineering. Senior Samuel Addo-Darko* KNUST, Kumasi, 2015 Technician Ivy Georgina Sarfo- Bsc. Telecommunication Engineering. Senior Mainoo KNUST, Kumasi, 2015 Technician Adom Afoakwa HND Electrical/Electronic Engineering. Technician Desmond Kumasi Technical University, 2015 HND Electrical/Electronic Engineering. Joyce Agyemang Technician Kumasi Technical University, 2013 Theophilus Stephen HND Electrical/Electronic Engineering. Technician Aidoo Kumasi Technical University, 2015

20 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Postition/ Name Qualification Rank HND Electrical/Electronic Engineering. Isaac Prempeh Technician Kumasi Technical University, 2013 HND Electrical/Electronic Engineering. Akyea Enoch Technician Kumasi Technical University, 2016 HND Electrical/Electronic Engineering. Bright Osei Kwadwo Technician Kumasi Technical University, 2016 Principal Mrs Vicentia MBA Human Resource Management, UCC, Administrative Adarkwa 2017 Assistant Staff Development The following staff members are currently pursuing their PhD and MSc programmes. Table 5: Staff members pursuing further studies Name Programme and Field Institution and Expected Year of Study Country of completion Addo-Darko MSc Electrical Machines Lanzhou Jiaotong 2020 Samuel University, China Engr. Bernard PhD Electrical/ Budapest University, 2020 Adjei-Frimpong Electronics and Power Hungary Engr. Kingsley PhD Electrical/ University of 2019 Akom Electronic Johannesburg, South Engineering Africa Ing Kwadwo PhD Information University of 2019 Ntimaoh Sarpong and Communication Electronic Science Engineering and Technology, China Kwame Sarfo PhD Information Wuhan University, 2019 and Communication China Engineering Adam Misbaw PhD Power Electronics Wuhan University of 2019 and Power Drives Technology, China Engr. Johannex PhD Renewable Energy Naresuan University, 2019 Fefeh Rushman Thailand Challenges • Inadequate number of staff and lecture halls • Inadequate office space for staff • Inadequate workshop laboratory equipment for some courses

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 21 Future Plans The Department intends to use the Mechatronics Laboratory to train artisans in the Electrical Engineering field. The Department has applied to the Energy Commission (EC) for accreditation for the department to be used as a training and examination centre to train electrical wiring (home and industrial) technicians.

Activities of Academic Staff

Publications Akom, K., M. K Joseph, Shongwe, T., (2018) Renewable Energy Integration in Ghana: The Role of Smart Grid Technology International Conference on Advances in Big Data, Computing and Data Communication Systems (icABCD 2018) Durban, South Africa (accepted).

CIVIL ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT

Introduction The Department of Civil Engineering currently runs two programmes, namely, a three-year HND programme and a B-Tech top-up programme, both in Civil Engineering. There is a team of rich, loyal, creative and motivated members of staff. The Department produces highly competent graduates who are able to excel in the aligned fields of engagement in the various industries with little or no supervision. This reinforces the contribution of the Department to the socio- economic development of the country. The Department has been using the new teaching methodology of Competency Based Training (CBT) since 2006 and as a result become a center in terms of concept, theory and application of CBT in the non-CBT Departments in the Technical University community. The Department has been given accreditation to run a Four (4) year Bachelor of Technology (BTech) programme in Civil Engineering and a Two (2) year Master of Technology (MTech) in Water and Environmental Engineering. All the programmes in the Department are practically oriented with the aim of strengthening and increasing the competencies of middle-level construction staff to meet the demand for highly qualified personnel and provide the enabling platform for the country’s growing socio-economic and manpower development challenges. The Department is awaiting accreditation to run a four (4) year Bachelor of Technology (BTech) programme in Surveying and Geo-informatics.

22 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Vision To be a Centre of Excellence for producing competent Civil Engineering professionals for industry.

Objectives The core objective of the Department is to produce professional engineers who will be able to analyse, design, construct and maintain Civil Engineering works and systems, and be adequately prepared with the requisite skills to set up their own small and medium scale industries. Our graduates would therefore be able to: • Design and supervise the construction and maintenance of highway and transportation structures; • Design and supervise the construction and maintenance of steel and timber structures; • Conduct geotechnical investigations; • Design and supervise the construction and maintenance of water and sanitation systems; • Manage Civil Engineering projects that are entrepreneurial in nature, and conduct research.

Student population A total of one hundred and fifty-six (156) students, including twelve (12) females, are currently pursuing both BTech and HND programmes in Civil Engineering. A breakdown of the student population is shown in Table 1. Table 1: Student Population Class Male Female Total HND 1 36 3 39 HND 2 39 2 41 HND 3 36 2 38 BTech 1 19 2 21 BTech 2 16 1 17 TOTAL 146 10 156

Staffing The Department presently has a staff strength of twenty (20). Table 2 illustrates the Department’s staff strength.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 23 Table 2 Staffing Name Qualification Postition/Rank Engr. Dr. Prince Owusu PhD Petroleum and Natural HOD/Snr. Appiah Engineering, Yangtze China, 2015 Lecturer Deputy Director Ing. Dr. Abena Obiri- PhD Highway and Transportation SGS/Snr. Yeboah (Mrs.) Engineering, KNUST, 2015 Lecturer Nana (Dr.) Anthony PhD Environmental Engineering, Director ITDT / Osei-Twumasi Cardiff-Whales, 2010 Snr. Lecturer PhD Geological Resources and Ing. Dr. Emmanuel K. Head (Elec. Eng.)/ Geological Engineering, Yangtze Nyantakyi Snr. Lecturer China, 2015 PhD Geological Resources and CBT Ing. Dr. Julius Borkloe Geological Engineering, Yangtze Coordinator/ Snr. China, 2015 Lecturer PhD Environmental Engineering, Dr Roland S. Kabange Snr. Lecturer Leeds University, UK, 2014 PhD Structural Engineering, Jiangsu Dr. Adutwum Marfo Lecturer University, China, 2014 Dr Stephen Oppong- PhD Water Resources Eng, Stuttgart, Lecturer Kwakye* Germany, 2016 Surv. Prince Charles MPhil Geoinformatics & surveying, Lecturer Acquah KNUST, 2007 MTech Water Resources Yaw Mireku Lecturer Development, Roorkee, India, 2006 MSc Construction Project Elijah Boadu Frimpong Lecturer Management, Arnhem, Holland, 2009 Arc. Kwabena F. MSc Architecture & Construction Lecturer Mosner-Ansong Mgt., KNUST, 2007, Surv. Adwoa Sarpong MSc Surveying & remote sensing, Lecturer Amoah (Mrs.) KNUST, 2009 MPhil Structural Engineering, Benjamin Boadu-Agyei Lecturer Cambridge, UK, 2002 MSc. (Structural Engineering), Ing. Joseph Amankwah Lecturer Trondheim, Norway, 1995 Edmund Baffoe-Twum* MSc Hydrogeology, Ohio, USA, 2004 Lecturer MSc Geomatic Engineering, KNUST, Jack Nti Asamoah Lecturer 2015 MSc Water Supply and Environmental Drussilla Pobee Lecturer Sanitation, KNUST, 2015

24 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Name Qualification Postition/Rank Ghadafi Abdullai MSc Structural Engineering, KNUST, Lecturer Mohammed 2016 BTech Civil Engineering, KsTU, Sam-Nelson Aseidu Snr. Technician Kumasi, 2015 * On study leave Staff development The Department believes in human resource development and upgrading as an integral component in competent based training. Accordingly, the Department has positioned itself relative to the overall University wide staff development framework to build the capacity of members of staff. Currently some members of staff are pursuing further studies as shown in Table 3. Table 3: Staff members pursuing further studies Name Programmeme and Field Institution and Expected Year of Study Country of completion Baffoe-Twum PhD Construction Project North Dakota 2021 Edmund Management State University Kwabena F. PhD Architecture KNUST, Ghana 2018 Mosner Ansong Asiedu Sam MSc Geotechnical KNUST, Ghana 2018 Nelson Engineering Collaborations The Department has a strong collaboration with industry, particularly in an official capacity through the signing of memoranda of understandingMOU ( s) to facilitate the participation of both lecturers and students in practical training and internship. They are: • Building and Road Research Institute • Department of Urban Roads • Department of Feeder Roads • Ghana Highway Authority • Multiple Surveys and Engineering Works The Department also collaborates with Metrisys Ghana Limited, Accra for the supply of equipment for practical work.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 25 Challenges • Inadequate office accommodation. • Soil Engineering Laboratory in the Department is not well equipped. • The Department does not have its own Water and Environmental and Materials laboratories to conduct some of the relevant tests required for the smooth running of CBT programmes.

Future plans The Department plans to: • Run MTech in Structural Engineering • Run MTech in Highway Engineering • Run a 4-year BTech Surveying and Geo-informatics • Establish a well resourced Soil Engineering, Water and Environmental, and Materials laoratories • Establish its own construction company to serve the Technical University community and the country at large.

Academic staff activities

Publications • Owusu, P. A., Liu DeHua, Nagre, R. D (2018). Prediction of Reservoir Characteristics In Western Ghana Oilfield T( ano Basin) Pet Coal, ISSN 1337- 7027, 60(3), 2018 • Kwang, C., Osei Jnr E. M., Sarpong, A A., (2018). Comparing of LandSat8 and Sentinel 2A using Water Extraction Indexes Over Volta River. Journal of Geography and Geology, Vol. 10, No. 1; 2018. ISSN 1916-9779, E-ISSN 1916- 9787 • Owusu, P. A., Liu DeHua, Nagre, R. D. (2017). Appraisal of Hydrocarbon Potential in Western Ghana Oil Field, Tano Basin. Petroleum & Coal, ISSN 1337-7027 59(4), 2017

26 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University PROFILE OF THE FACULTY OF BUILT AND NATURAL ENVIRONMENT

Introduction Faculty of Built and Natural Environment comes with experts in sustainable development and management of the built environment and natural resources, especially wood. It was established in the year 2011 and has since been involved in producing technically-skilled and technologically oriented graduates. The Faculty has produced cutting-edge research in the areas of sustainable construction, infrastructure investment, housing micro financing, facilities management, and forestry and sustainable wood management. The existing programmes in the faculty are indicated in Table 1 The existing departments and programmes are found in Table 1. Table1: Existing departments and programmes in the Faculty Departments HND BTech BTech (4year) MTech (Top-up) Building Technology Existing Existing Awaiting Awaiting Accreditation Accreditation Estate Management Existing Existing Awaiting - Accreditation Interior Design and Existing - Awaiting - Materials Technology Accreditation

Vision To be a leading academic centre of high repute in research and transfer of knowledge and skills in the designing and construction of built environment in Africa and beyond.

Mission Creating advanced knowledge in greener construction and entrepreneurial skills through cutting edge research, teaching, innovation and entrepreneurial training to improve the built environment of society.

Management of Faculty The Faculty is headed by a Dean and assisted by a Vice Dean, with support of a Senior Assistant Registrar and two (2) Senior Administrative Assistants (Table 2).

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 27 Table 2: Management Staff of the Faculty Name Of Staff Qualification Position /Rank Dr. Sarfo Mensah PhD Construction Management, Dean/ Snr. Lecturer KNUST, 2016 Dr. F. K. Bondinuba PhD Urban Studies, Herriot Watt Vice Dean/Snr. Lecturer University, UK, 2017 Mrs. Agartha A. MA. Adult Education Snr. Assistant Registrar Luguterah University of Ghana, Legon, 2007 Lucy A. Amoako BA. Management UCC, 2016 Senior Administrative Assistant Catherine Sarsah DBS Secretariat and Management Senior Administrative Assistant Student Population The Faculty has a total student population of five hundred and five (505) (Table 3). Table 3: Student Population Department Male Female Total Building Technology 304 9 313 Estate Management 135 40 175 Interior Design & Materials Technology 17 - 17 Total 456 49 505 Staffing The Faculty has a total of forty-seven (47) staff members of whom thirty-one (31) are full-time lecturers (Table 4). Table 4: Staffing Category Interior Building Estate Design and Total Technology Management Materials Technology Full Time Lecturers 14 11 6 31 Part-Time Lecturers 3 3 - 6 Instructors - - 1 1 Technicians 3 1 3 7 Administrative staff - 2 12 60 Total 20 14 10 47

28 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Promotion and Staff Development Two staff members have succesffuly completed their PhD Programmes. Currently, nine (9) members of staff are pursuing PhD and Masters programmes in various institutions within and outside Ghana (Table 5). Table 5: Number of staff members pursuing further studies Department PhD Masters Building Technology 3 - Estate Management 4 1 Interior Design and Materials Technology - 1 Total 7 2 Research Activities During the 2017/2018 Academic year, the Faculty has held three research seminar presentations in the subject areas of Housing Finance, Sustainable Wood Usage and Management of Stool Lands

Future Plans The Faculty intends to embark upon the following programmes and activities (Table 6).. Table 6: Intended Activities Department Activities Building Technology MTech Infrastructure Construction Technology BTech Construction Cost Engineering BTech Construction Technology and Sustainability Studies Estate Management BTech Urban planning and Real Estate Developement BTech Facility Mangement Interior Design and BTech Interior Design Technolog Materials Technology BTech Materials Technology and Management Research Collaboration Two Faculty members are engaged in international research collaborations with Nottingham Trent University, UK and University of Hamburg, Germany. Preparations are also being made to collaborate with the Ministry of Works and Housing in research in Works and Housing in Ghana.

Memorandum of Understanding An initiative by the Faculty has triggered a collaborative discussion between the University and Comprehensive Medical and Operational Realm Services (CMORS), a consultant, facilitating acquisition of a licence from International

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 29 Facilities Management Association (IFMA) in USA for the establishment of Facilities Management (FM) programmes (both professional and academic) in the University. An MoU thereof is being finalized between the University and CMORS.

Collaboration with Industry The Faculty has had a number of collaborations with the prime National Professional Body in the Built Environment Profession in Ghana (Ghana Institution of Surveyors, GhIS). Members of departments under the Faculty are also professional members of other professional bodies such as, Society of Wood Science and Technology (SWST), Japanese Wood Research Society (JWRS), and Forest Products Society (FPS).

Challenges • Uncertainty in Relocation of the Faculty to Adako Jachie Campus • Lack of office furniture and computer for the Faculty Management Staff • Inadequate funding for research activities • Inadequate offices for staff • Lack of Faculty Library, especially as the Faculty is now having lectures at a new location (Adako Jachie Site). • Dwindling student numbers as a result of scattered lectures between two campuses and poor learning facilities, especially tented lecture rooms. • Inadequate number of lecture halls.

DEPARTMENT OF INTERIOR DESIGN AND MATERIALS TECHNOLOGY

Introduction Interior Design and Materials Technology Department which was formerly called Furniture Design and Production was renamed to adapt to the current trends of the Department’s programmes and demands of the materials and interior design industries. The Department runs anHND programme and has also developed two 4-year BTech programmes in Interior Design Technology and Materials Technology and Management which are awaiting accreditation for commencement. A diploma programme has also been developed.

30 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Vision To be a centre of excellence in research and transfer of knowledge towards training professional manpower for the interior design, materials and wood processing and their allied industries.

Objectives The objectives of the Department are to: • Produce interior design and furniture production graduates with the needed skills and knowledge to work effectively and efficiently in industries. • Equip graduates with the required skills and knowledge about wood and non-wood materials and their fabrications to produce various artefacts • Contribute meaningfully towards sustainable utilization of forest materials and sustainable natural environment through research and teaching. • Contribute appreciably towards the work of regulatory agencies such as the Forestry Commission, Wood Industries Development Division, Ghana Standards Authority and others.

Student Population The Department has a total student population of seventeen (17).

Staffing The Department has ten (10) well-trained teaching staff (Table 2). Table 2: Staffing Name Qualification Position / Rank Dr Rogerson Anokye PhD Wood Science & Tech., Putra Univ., HOD / Snr. Lecturer Malaysia, 2016 Dr Peter Kessels PhD Wood Science & Tech., Univ. of Head (CRDTI) / Snr. Dadzie Educ. Winneba, 2014 Lecturer Dr Bernard Effah PhD Wood Science and Tech., Dept. Exams Officer / Stellenbosch Univ., South Africa, 2017 Snr. Lecturer Ernest Boampong MSc (Wood Tech & Mgt.), KNUST, 2012 Faculty Exam. Officer / Snr. Lecturer Dr George Adu PhD Wood Science & Tech., KNUST, Snr. Lecturer 2017 Paul Inkum MPhil. Industrial Arts, KNUST, 2016 Lecturer Alfred Boadi Asante PgDip. Architecture, KNUST, 2012. Chief Instructor/

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 31 Name Qualification Position / Rank Osei Asibey BEd. Technology Education, Univ. of Laboratory Education, Winneba, 2008 Technician Afeti Baba HND Furniture Design & Production, Principal Technician Kumasi Polytechnic, 2001. Charles Cobbina** Advanced Furniture Craft, Kumasi Technician Polytechnic Kumasi, 2001 ** On Part-time Promotion and Staff Development Messrs. Alfred Boadi Asante and Osei Asibey have completed their Master’s programmes in Architecture and Wood Technology respectively. Currently, Mr. Afeti Baba is pursuing a BEd Wood Science and Technology Education at University of Winneba and is expected to complete in 2018.

Activities and Events A new workshop to house some new machines obtained from TALIF has been handed over to the department. Plans are underway to start using the place from the beginning of next semester.

Outreach Programmemes/Extension Services The Department and staff members continue to engage in various activities to serve the University and society as follows: • Continuous offer of consultancy services to theU niversity community in wood, furniture and interior design works. • Production of interior products including furniture of all kinds (e.g. living room sets, wardrobes, beds, office furniture, etc) for other departments and individuals within the University community.

Challenges • Low students enrolment levels. • Inadequate office space for staff members. • Shuttling between Adako Jachie and Main campuses for lectures.

Future Plans The Department plans to: • Ensure the implementation of the 4-year BTech programmes (Interior Design Technology, Materials Technology and Management) that have been developed.

32 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University • Continue to work hard towards seeking collaboration with other institutions and industry to fashion out additional programmes. • Ensure the implementation of thr Diploma programme that has been developed to feed the HND and BTech programmes. • Develop MTech programmes. • Recruit additional lecturers and laboratory technologists to effectively run the BTech (4-Year) programme successfully..

Activities of Academic Staff

Publications • Bakar, E.S., Nazip, M.N.M., Anokye, R., Hua L. S. (2018). Comparison of three processing methods for laminated bamboo timber production. Journal of Forest Research. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11676-018-0629-2 • Bakar, E. S., Chong, Y. W., Anokye, R., Zaidon A. (2018). Effect of different diameters and rake angles of Forstner bit on the quality of drilling on treated oil palm wood. European Journal of Wood and Wood Products, 76(1), 369-374. • Effah, B., Van Reenen, A., & Meincken, M. (2018). Mechanical properties of wood-plastic composites made from various wood species with different compatibilisers. European Journal of Wood and Wood Products, 76(1), 57-68. • Amoah M., Mensah E., Dadzie P. K. & Asomani J. (2018). Successes and challenges in industrial clusters: some empirical evidence from Wood Industrial Cluster in Kumasi, Ghana. Journal of Investment and Management. 7(1): 1-12 • Adu, G., Adu, S., & Inkum. P., (2018). Ergonomics and anthropmetrics considerations in the design of office chair for workers inK umasi Technical University in Ghana, European Journal of Engineering and Technology, 6(3):1-12 • Mudavanhu, S., Blignaut, J. N., Vink, N., Crookes, D., Meincken, M., Effah,B ., Nkambule, N. (2017): An assessment of the costs and benefits of usingA cacia saligna (Port Jackson) and recycled thermoplastics for the production of wood polymer composites in the Western Cape province, South Africa. African Journal of Agricultural and Resource Economics, Volume 12(4), 322- 365. • Effah, B., Raatz, K., Reenen, A. V., & Meincken, M. (2017). Chemical force microscopy analysis of wood-plastic composites produced from different wood species and compatibilizers. Wood and Fiber Science, 49(2), 146-157.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 33 Conference Papers Effah, B., Nti Asamoah, J., Antwi, K. (2017): Study of wood as a sustainable material for climate change mitigation using Athena EcoCalculator and System Dynamic Model In: Laryea, S. and Ibem, E. (Eds) Procs 7th West Africa Built Environment Research (WABER) Conference, 16-18 August 2017, Accra (Legon), Ghana, 1273- 1279.

DEPARTMENT OF ESTATE MANAGEMENT

Introduction The Department of Estate Management has been in existence since 1995, when the Institution was mandated to run tertiary programmes. To enhance teaching and research that meets today’s real estate industry, the Department is rigorously developing its human resource in the areas of Contemporary Valuations, Facilities Management and Land Information Management. The coming into effect of the Technical University Act, 2016 (Act 922) demanded a paradigm shift in teaching methods adopted by the Department. In this regard, the Department is in the process of converting all its programmes to Competency Based Training (CBT) mode.

Vision To be a centre of excellence for the training of technical manpower and professionals for estate and its related industry.

Objectives The objectives of the Department are to: • Provide technical manpower support for the real estate industry. • Train students to exhibit competencies needed for developing a comprehensive estate management strategy which is in line with an organisation’s ultimate aim. • Train students in the fiscal, records and regulatory component of land management with an ambition of providing technical support for the implementation of the ongoing Land Administration Project. • Continuously direct its programmes to reflect contemporary needs of the real estate industry.

34 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Student Population The Department has a student population of two hundred and two (202 ). Details are shown in Table 1. Table 1: Student Population Class Male Female Total HND 1 44 9 53 HND 2 51 18 69 HND 3 40 13 53 BTech 1 9 8 17 BTech 2 10 4 14 Total 154 52 206 Staffing The Department has twelve (12) full-time lecturers (Table 2). Table 2: Staffing Name Qualification Position/Rank Alexander Sasu Msc Urban Real Estate Management & HOD/Snr. Development, Heriot-Watt University, UK Lecturer 2009 Dr Anthony Adjei- PhD Facilities Management, University of Lecturer Twum Technology, Malaysia, 2017 Naana Amakie MBA Management Studies, KNUST, 2005, Lecturer Boakye-Agyeman (Mrs) * Andrews A. MSc Educational Management, University Lecturer Gadzekpo* of Twente, Netherland, 2007 Gabriel Kofi Owiredu MSc Construction Project Management, Lecturer Han University, Netherland, 2009 Grace Angela Msc Remote Sensing and Geographic Lecturer Cobbina (Mrs) Information Science, University of Twente, Netherland, 2010 Lewis Abedi Asante* MSc Urbanisation and Development, Lecturer London School of Economics and Political Science, UK, 2011 Rogation Angnatung MBA, Finance, KNUST, 2011 Lecturer Ngmene Oti Amankwah* MPhil Building Technology, KNUST, 2013 Lecturer

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 35 Name Qualification Position / Rank Daniel Amos* MSc Real Estate Economics, Aalto Lecturer University of Science and Technology and Swedish School of Economics and Business Administration, Finland, 2009 Ebenezer Afrane MSc Real Estate, University of Technology, Lecturer Malaysia, 2014 Kasim Iddrisu* BBA Garden City University College, Ghana, Principal 2011 Technician * On study leave Staff Development Currently, six (6) staff members are pursuing further studies in their fields of specialization (Table 3). Table 3: Staff members pursuing further studies Name Programmeme Institution Year of of Study Completion Andrews A. Gadzekpo PhD Facilities University Technology 2022 Management of Malaysia, Malaysia Lewis Abedi Asante PhD Urbanization Humboldt Universitat 2020 and Development Zu Berlin, Germany Daniel Amos PhD Facilities University of Malaya, 2020 Management Malaysia Oti Amankwah PhD Facilities University Technology 2020 Management of Malaysia, Malaysia Kasim Iddrisu MSc. Real Estate University Technology 2019 of Malaysia, Malaysia Naana Amakie Boakye- PhD Corporate KNUST, Ghana 2018 Agyeman (Mrs) Real Estate

Activities and Events • The Department was actively involved in the three research seminar presentations organised by the Faculty of Built and Natural Environment. At the said research presentations, Mr. Alexander Sasu presented a paper on disposition of stool lands in peri-urban Ghana and why such dispositions are not complying with constitutional provisions. • The Department undertook programme auditing and has developed a four (4) year BTech programme in Estate Management awaiting accreditation.

36 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Outreach Programmes/Extension Services • The Land Administration Project (LAP) is in its second phase. The Department continues to offer technical manpower assistance for its implementation. • The Department continues to serve under one of the three bodies of Ghana Institution of Surveyors (GhIS) such as the Valuation and Estate Surveying Division (VES). • The Department provided services for some professional bodies in the country. In this regard, Dr. Anthony Adjei-Twum served as a facilitator at a seminar organised by the Valuation and Estate Surveyors (VES) division of GhIS. At the said seminar, he took members of the VES through the differences between Facilities Management and Estate Management. He equally served as a facilitator at a seminar organised by International Facilities Management Association (IFMA) greater Accra Chapter, where he touched on organisational energy management. • The Department offers some services in the form of consultancy to the general public on request through the Faculty of Built and Natural Environment’s Consortium.

Challenges • Inadequate number of teaching staff in some areas • Inadequate office space • Inadequate computers required for the expansion of the Land Information lab.

Future Plans The Department plans to: • Run a Master of Technology in Facilities Management. • Run a Four (4) year BTech in Facilities Management. • Run a Four (4) year BTech (Real Estate with options to specialize in Finance, Development and Management). • Run a Four (4) year BTech (Urban Planning and Real Estate Development) • Run a Bachelor of Technology programme in Facilities Management (Top- up). • Recruit some additional lecturers to run its BTech (4-Year) programme. The Department in collaboration with the GhIS hopes to organise short courses in Facilities Management for VES members in the Ashanti Region.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 37 Activities of Academic Staff Publications • Adjei- Twum, A., Sapri, M., Low S.T., & Okyere-Kwakye, E. (2018). Factors Affecting Higher Education Residential Students’ Energy Use Behaviour: Managers’ Perspective, Advanced Science Letters. 24, 4089-4093. (online) • Asante, L.A. and Sasu, A. (2018). The Challenge of Reducing the Incidence of Building Collapse in Ghana: Analysing the Perspectives of Building Inspectors in Kumasi, Sage Open, (Online first, pp.1-12). • Asante, L.A., Quansah, D.P.O., Ayitey, J.Z., Kuusaana, E.D. (2017). The Practice of Defect Liability Period in the Real Estate Industry in Ghana, Sage Open, (Vol. 7(3), pp. 1 - 15). • Asante, L.A., Gavu, E.K., Quansah, D.P.O. and Osei Tutu, D. (2017). The Difficult Combination of Renting and Building a House in Urban Ghana: Analysing the Perception of Low and Middle Income Earners in Accra, Geojournal, (Online First, pp. 1 – 15.). • Adzi-Tay, A., Asante, L.A. and Kuusaana, E.D. (2017). Contested Space: Commercial Driven Land Use Transition and Indigenous Adaptive Strategies, KNUST Journal of Geography, Vol. 1 (1). • Adjei- Twum, A., Sapri, M., Low S.T., & Okyere-Kwakye, E. (2017). An Exploratory Study of Factors that Influence Higher Education Students’ Ironing Behaviour. Universal Journal of Management 5(11): 512-519.

Conference Papers Adjei- Twum, A., Sekyere, D.C, & Ameyaw, S (2017) Distinction between Facilities Management And Estate Management: A Lesson For The Valuation And Estate Surveying Professionals In Ghana. Annual Valuation And Estate Surveying Divisional Seminar (VES 2017), 27-29th September, 2017, The Golden Bean Hotel, Kumasi, Ghana..

DEPARTMENT OF BUILDING TECHNOLOGY

Introduction The Department of Building Technology is a fast growing department with young and dynamic high calibre and self-motivated lecturers trained in the United Kingdom, Germany, Australia, South Africa and Ghana. The department trains middle-level as well as high level building and construction professionals. The department offers a range of teaching, research and consultancy services within the construction industry.

38 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University The department has submitted 4-Year Bachelor of Technology programmes and a Master of Technology programme to the National Council for Tertiary Education (NCTE) for approval.

Vision To become the most outstanding teaching and research centre for the achievement of professional competencies in building and construction practices in Ghana and beyond.

Objectives The main objective of the Department is to provide high level caliber, skilled manpower for the construction industry. In addition, students are trained to act in the capacities as: • Building Technologists in preparing Bills of Quantities, Variations and Cost information • Graduates with architectural knowledge in preparing and interpreting designs at the project site • Project managers to oversee projects at building and construction sites.

Student Population The Department has a student population of three hundred and thirteen (313). The details are presented in Table 1. Table 1: Student Population Class Male Female Total HND 1 74 2 76 HND 2 58 4 62 HND 3 61 - 61 CTC I 21 - 21 CTC II 26 1 27 CTC III 19 1 20 BTech Bridging 5 - 5 BTech 1 13 - 13 BTech 2 27 1 28 Total 304 9 313 Staffing The Department has Thirteen (13) full-time lecturers as shown in Table 2.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 39 Table 2: Staffing Name Qualification Position/ Rank Dr. Sarfo Mensah PhD (Construction Management), Ghana, Snr Lecturer 2016 Dr F.K. Bondinuba PhD (Urban Studies), UK, 2017 Snr Lecturer Ing. Dr. Collins PhD (Civil Engineering), Germany, 2017 Snr Lecturer Ameyaw John Dadzie* MSc (Construction Proj. Mgt), N’Lands, 2009 Snr Lecturer Kofi Owusu Adjei* MSc (Construction Proj. Mgt), N’Lands, 2009 Snr Lecturer Emmanuel Eyiah- MSc (Construction Proj. Mgt), UK, 2012 Lecturer Botwe* Abaitey Blondel MSc (Construction Management), Ghana, Lecturer 2007 Anita Asamoah MSc (Construction Management), Ghana, Lecturer Duodu 2008 Isaac Pratt MSc (Construction Proj. Mgt), N’Lands, 2009 Lecturer Susan Dzifa Djokoto MSc (Building Services), UK, 2009 Lecturer Kingsley Apraku MSc (Construction Management), Ghana, Lecturer 2014 Aloysius Sam MSc (Construction Management), Ghana, Lecturer 2014 Godfred Fobiri MSc (Construction Management), Ghana, Lecturer 2015 Paul Oduro BSc (Construction Management) Ghana, 2015 Snr. Technician Philip Quiacoe CTC III, Kumasi Technical University, 2016 WorkShop Asst John Otoo CTC I, Kumasi Technical University, 2015 WorkShop Asst Artisan

*On study leave Staff Development Currently, Three (3) staff members are pursuing further studies (Table 4).. Table 3: Staff members pursuing further studies Name Programmeme Institution and Country Expected Year and Field of Study of completion Kofi Owusu PhD Engineering University of Johannesburg, 2019 Adjei Management South Africa Emmanuel PhD Engineering (University of Johannesburg, 2018 Eyiah-Botwe Management South Africa)

40 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University PhD Construction University of Technology, John Dadzie 2018 Mgt Australia Activities and Events Three lecturers have won grants from various organisations including the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) of Germany, James Watt Scholarship of Scotland and UTS International Research Scholarship (IRS) of Australia of various sums for research leading to the award of Doctorates in various fields within the built environment. Currently, the academic staff of the department are collaborating with other academics from other parts of the world in a cutting edge research. The Department in collaboration with Ghana Institution of Surveyors (GhIS) organized the inauguration of the Ghana Institution of Surveyors (GhIS) Student Chapter as part of their annual programme. The Department undertook a curriculum appraisal in which two new 4-year BTech programmes (Construction Cost Engineering and Construction Technology and Sustainable Studies) were developed and awaiting accreditation. Development of an M-Tech programme in Infrastructure Construction Technology. The department is undertaking short courses in the following areas. • AutoCAD 3D Rendering • AutoCAD Architecture Drafting • Construction Health and Safety • Construction Works Procurement • Construction Workshop Practice

Challenges • Low enrolment of female students • Lack of classroom space for student • Inadequate office space for staff • Lack of research facilities to facilitate research • Insufficient workshop and laboratory equipment.

Future Plans The Department plans to: • Expand its academic and professional activities to render reliable, sustainable and improved professional and academic services to the nation.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 41 • Expand workshop and laboratory activities. • Offer short courses in construction health and safety, Construction works procurement, Auto CAD and other related construction IT solution.

Activities of Academic Staff

Publications • Dadzie, J., Runeson, G., Ding, G. and Bondinuba, F.K., (2018). Barriers to Adoption of Sustainable Technologies for Energy-Efficient Building Upgrade—Semi-Structured Interviews. Buildings, 8(4), p.57. • Mensah, S. Ayarkwa J. and Nani, G. (2018) A Theoretical framework for conceptualizing contractors’ adaptation to environmentally sustainable construction, International Journal of Construction Management. (in press) • Eyiah-Botwe, E., Aigbavboa, C.O and Thwala, W. D (2018). Curbing PPP construction projects failurethrough enhanced stakeholder management success. Built Environment Project and Asset`Management, (BEPAM) Journal. Special Issue on Public Private Partnership; Potential, Prospects, Pitfalls & Precautions. Manuscript ID: BEPAM-01-2018-0030. • Bondinuba, F.K., Hedidor, D., Opoku, A. and Teye, A.L., (2017). De/motivations in Housing Microfinance Delivery in Ghana.Property Management, 35(5), pp.528-544. • Teye A. L., De Haan J., Elsinga M.G., Bondinuba, F. K., Gbadegesin, J.T., (2017). ‘’Risks in Homeownership: A Perspective on the Netherlands’’.International Journal of Housing Markets and Analysis. Vol. 10(4), pp.472-488. • Bondinuba, F.K., Nansie, A., Dadzie, J., Djokoto, S.D., Sadique, M.A., (2017). Construction Audits Practice in Ghana: A Review. Journal of Civil Engineering and Architecture Research. 4(1), pp. 1859-1872. • Antwi, P., Li, J., Boadi, P.O., Meng, J., Shi, E., Deng, K. and Bondinuba, F.K., (2017). Estimation of biogas and methane yields in an UASB treating potato starch processing wastewater with back propagation artificial neural network. Bioresource technology, 228, pp.106-115. • Ameyaw, C. & Alfen, H. W. (2017). Two Strands Model of the Soft System Methodology Analysis of Private Sector Investment in PowerGeneration Sector in Ghana. Systemic Practice and Action Research. Vol. 30 (3) • Ameyaw, C. & Alfen, H. W. (2017). Identifying risks and mitigationstrategies in private sector participation (PSP) in power generationprojects in Ghana. Journal of Facilities Management, 15 (2).

42 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Book chapter publication Bondinuba, F. K., and Stephens, M. 2018. The Influence of Urbanisation and Housing Policies on Low Income Housing Delivery in Developing Countries. In Zubairu, S.N. and Adedayo, O.F., (Eds.), Inclusive City Growth and the Poor; Policies, Challenges and Prospectus. Vol.2,pp. 16-37. Minna, Nigeria: Community participation Research Group.

Book publication Ameyaw, C. (2018). Engendering private sector investment in power generation infrastructure in Ghana. Jonas Verlag fur Kunst and Literatur GmbH, Weimar’s 978-3-95773-255-2.

Conference Proceedings • Asiedu, O. R., Ameyaw, C. and Adaku, E. (2018). The Dynamics of Cost Overrun in Public Sector Construction Projects in Developing Countries 2018 POMS Annual Conference. May 4 to May 7, 2018, at the Hilton Americas-Houston, Houston, Texas, USA. • Adjei, K. O, Aigbavboa, C. O and Thwala, W. D. (2018) The Need for Change Management Concept in Construction Project Cost Control, The 10th CIDB (Construction Industry Development Board) Postgraduate Conference, 25- 27th February 2018, Nelson Mandela University, Port Elizabeth, South Africa. • Adiasany, P.A., Owusu-Manu, D., Bondinuba, F.K. 2017. Examining the Factors Contributing to Premium Undercutting in the Ghanaian Insurance Industry. In Proceedings of paper presented at the 1st International Conference on Interdisciplinary Collaborative Research Conference with Special Relevance to Developing Countries/Africa on 23th to 24th Nov 2017, City of Cambridge, U.K. • Boadi, J.M., Bondinuba, F. K., Owusu-Manu, D. 2017. Exploring the Driversof Microfinance Institutions Sustainability in Ghana. In Proceedings ofpaper presented at the 1st International Conference on Interdisciplinary Collaborative Research Conference with Special Relevance to Developing Countries/Africa on 23th to 24th Nov 2017, City of Cambridge, U.K. • Essandoh, N., Bondinuba, F. K., Owusu-Manu, D. 2017. Governance RiskCompliance and Business Continuity Practices among Microfinance Institutions in Ghana. In Proceedings of paper presented at the 1st International Conference on Interdisciplinary Collaborative Research Conference with Special Relevance to Developing Countries/Africa on 23th to 24th Nov 2017, City of Cambridge, U.K. • Fobiri, G. and Mensah, S. (2017) the influence of project team performance on construction project success, West Africa Built Environment Research (WABER) Conference

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 43 • Sam, A. and Mensah, S. (2017) Factors affecting the pricing of real estate houses in the Kumasi metropolis in Ghana, West Africa Built Environment Research (WABER) Conference • Mensah, S. Ayarkwa, J. and Nani, G. (2017) Contractors’ adaptability and growth in environmentally sustainable construction processes application, International Conference on Infrastructure Development in Africa (ICIDA), KNUST, Kumasi, April, 2017 • Eyiah-Botwe, E., & Owiredu, G. K. (2017). Construction Stakeholder Management and Public-Sector Project Delivery–The Perspective ofGhanaian Consultants. In International Conference on Applied Science and Technology Conference Proceedings (Vol. 1, No. 1, pp. 103-111). • Sam, A., and Sarfo M., (2017) Identifying the factors influencingR ealEstate Pricing in Kumasi Metropolis”. In: Laryea S and Ibem E. (Eds). Procs 7th West Africa Built Environment Research (WABER) Conference. 16th – 18th August 2017.Accra Ghana • Fobiri, G., & Sam, A., (2017) An investigation into project planning techniques used by contractors in Kumasi Metropolis 4thInternational Conference on Applied Sciences and Technology (ICAST). Kumasi Technical University. • Adjei, K. O., Aigbavboa, C. O. and Thwala, W. D. (2017) The Challenges of Cost Control Practice in the Construction Industry: A Literature Review, 4th International Conference on Applied Sciences and Technology (ICAST), 4th- 6th October 2017, Kumasi Technical University, Kumasi. • Adjei, K. O., Aigbavboa, C. O. and Thwala, W. D. (2017) Corrective measures for construction project cost control, International Conference on Construction and Real Estate Management (ICCREM2017), Nov. 10th – 12th, 2017, Guangzhou, China, Published by American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), pp. 31-37. • Fobiri, G., Mensah, S & and Dansoh, A. (2017) Ascertaining Importance of Project Team Performance to Construction Project Success, in: Laryea, S. and Agyapong, S. (Eds) Procs 8th West Africa Built Environment Research (WABER) Conference, 16-18 August 2017, Accra, Ghana, pp. 391-406. • Fobiri, G., & Sam, A. (2017) An Investigation into Project Planning Techniques Used by Contractors in Kumasi Metropolis. Kumasi Technical University. 4th International Conference on Applied Sciences and Technology (ICAST, October 2017).

44 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University PROFILE OF THE FACULTY OF APPLIED SCIENCES AND TECHNOLOGY

Introduction The Faculty of Applied Sciences and Technology was carved out from the then Faculty of Applied Sciences in October, 2016 to provide and promote education in Science and Technology. Science and Technology is the bedrock of modern economies. Therefore the Faculty aims to provide the best science and technology- related programmes to reflect current trends. The Faculty currently has four (4) functional academic departments that run eight (8) programmes. The existing departments/programmes and those to be introduced soon are found in Table 1. Table1: Existing Departments and Programmes BTech Department Programme HND BTech (4 yrs) MTech (Top Up) Computer Science Existing - Awaiting - Accreditation Computer Science - - Awaiting - Computer with Data Mining Accreditation Science Web development - - Awaiting - and Mobile Accreditation computing Hotel Catering Existing - - - and Institutional management Food Hospitality, - - Awaiting - Technology & Catering and Accreditation Hospitality Management Technology Food Technology - - Awaiting - Accreditation Financial - - Awaiting - Engineering Accreditation Biomedical - - Awaiting - Mathematics Accreditation Mathematics Mathematics for - - Awaiting - and Statistics Industry Accreditation Statistics Existing - - - Data Science, - - Awaiting - Accreditation

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 45 BTech Department Programme HND BTech (4 yrs) MTech (Top Up) Mathematics Applied Statistics - - Accredited Accredited and Statistics (Options: Financial, Health and Environmental) Higer Diploma Accredited - - - Health Statistics Information Library and Awaiting - Awaiting - Science Information Accreditation Accreditation Science

Vision To be a centre of excellence in training high calibre technical graduates in the areas of hospitality, telecommunication and areas of applied mathematics and statistics.

Mission Provision of favorable environment for teaching, research, skills development and entrepreneurship training in science and technology.

Management of the Faculty The Faculty is headed by a Dean, assisted by a Vice Dean, and supported by Assistant Registrar (Table 2). Table 2: Management Staff of the Faculty Name Qualification Position /Rank Prof. Bashiru I. I. PhD Management Science and Engineering Dean / Associate Saeed. (Applied Statistics), Jiangsu University, China, Professor 2014 Dr. Felix N. PhD Food Science, Jiangsu University, 2014 Vice Dean/Snr. Engmann Lecturer Ms. Matilda Commonwealth Executive Masters of Business Assistant Acquaah Administration, KNUST, 2016 Registrar Student Population The total population of students in the Faculty is eight hundred and forty-five (845) as shown in Table 3.

46 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Table 3: Student Population Programme Male Female Total Computer Science 335 24 359 Hotel Catering and Institutional Management 11 318 329 Mathematics and Statistics 51 38 89 Information Science 42 26 68 Total 439 406 845 Staffing The Faculty has forty-seven (47) full-time teaching staff, of whom one (1) is an Associate Professor, seven (7) terminal degree (PhD) holders and twenty-two (22) Senior Lecturers. There are fifteen (15) females (Table 4).. Table 4: Members of staff of the Faculty Category Mathematics Computer HCIM Information Total & Statistics Science Sciences Full-Time Lecturers 18 13 12 4 47 Part-Time Lecturers - - 1 5 6 Servicing Lecturers 5 7 6 4 22 Administrative staff 1 1 1 1 4 Staff Development and Recruitment Four potential lecturers have been interviewed at both faculty and institutional levels and have been recommended for appointment as lecturers in the department of Mathematics and Statistics, Information Science and Hotel Catering and Institutional Management. The Faculty currently has eleven (11) members of staff pursuing doctorate degrees (Table 5). Table 5: Number of Staff on Study Leave Department PhD Computer Science 3 Hotel Catering and Institutional Management 2 Mathematics & Statistics 5 Information Sciences 1 Achievements The faculty has achieved a lot through its departments and these are elaborated in the departments’ reports.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 47 Challenges The Faculty has a limited number of items including laboratory equipment and reagents, teaching aids, Office accommodation for lecturers, office logistics such as computers, photocopiers, projectors and related accessories. Additionally, administrative staff is a big challenge.

Future Plans The Faculty will: • Motivate all departments to be proactive in their engagements with industry and to strengthen their research outputs. • Encourage all Departments to organize more outreach programmes to educate the public on their activities and research.

DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE

Introduction The Department of Computer Science is under the Faculty of Applied Sciences and Technology. The Department has existed since 2007 and trains students in various fields of computing that equip them with knowledge for development and utilization of modern computing. The Department is starting Degree programmes from the next academic year. Among the Degree programmes are B. Tech Computer Technology with options in Data mining and Web and Mobile Computing from 2019. In addition the computer science department is starting the fee paying and top-up program in HND and Degree programmes. The Department works in close collaboration with a local industry

Vision To produce high calibre computer science graduates to support and sustain the industrial and economic development of Ghana and Africa.

Objectives • To produce high caliber skilled manpower in technical computing to satisfy the needs of research, industrial and educational establishments in Ghana and Africa. • To offer computer science graduates the opportunity to discover and fulfill their potential and provide access to a first class education. • To educate students to be competitive in the technological world.

48 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Student Population The student population in 2017/2018 academic year stands at four hundred and twenty (420). The details are shown in Table 1. Table 1: Student population Year Male Female Total HND 1 81 1 82 HND 2 69 6 75 HND 3 61 4 65 HND Top Up 1 1 - 1 HND Top Up 2 2 - 2 DIT 1 108 11 119 DIT 2 74 2 76 Total 396 24 420 Staffing The staff strength of the Department currently stands at thirteen (13). Table 2 shows details. Table 2: Staffing Name Qualification Position/ Rank Dr. Mary Opokua PhD System Engineering, Jiangsu HOD / Snr. Ansong University-PR-China, 2014 Lecturer Samuel King Opoku MSc Network & E-Business Centered Snr. Lecturer Computing, Univ. of Reading- UK, 2011 Dr. Obeng Asare PhD Information System. University of Head, Informaion Yaw South African, 2017. Science/ Lecturer Agbezuge Eric Yaw MSc Software Engineering, London Exams Officer/ Metropolitan Univ.-UK, 2008 Lecturer Emelia MBA Business Information Technology, Lecturer Opoku Aboagye* KNUST-Ghana, 2011 Baffour Kojo Asiedu MSc Computer Application Technique, Lecturer Huazhong Univ. of Sci. & Tech. -China, 2004 Nana Kwame MPhil Computer Science, University of Lecturer Gyamfi Ghana (Legon), 2016 Emmanuel Boachie* MBA Business Info Tech., KNUST-Ghana, Lecturer 2014 Andrew Phillips MSc ICT Management, KNUST-Ghana, 2011 Lecturer

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 49 Name Qualification Position/ Rank Sylvester Agyen MSc Telecommunication Management, Han Lecturer University of Applied Sciences, Holland, 2011 Daniel Adjei MSc Electronic Commerce, Univ. of Lecturer Westminster-UK, 2002 Mavis Sarah Mphil Information Technology, KNUST, Lecturer Gyimah Ghana, 2014 Leo Paapa Tettra Mphil Information Technology, KNUST, Lecturer Ghana, 2013 Evans Kotei Mphil Information Technology, KNUST, Lecturer Ghana, 2016 Naomi Korkor HND Secretaryship & Mgt. Studies, Senior Aning Sunyani Poly-Ghana, 2008 Administrative Assistant * On study leave Staff Development Dr. Obeng Asare Yaw has successfully completed his Phd programme and has joined the staff. Four (4) members of staff who are currently pursing further studies (Table 3). Table 3: Staff pursing further studies Name Programme and Field of Institution Expected Study and year of Country completion Emmanuel Boachie PhD in Computer Science China 2019 Samuel King Opoku PhD in Information Malaysia 2019 Technology Andrew Phillips PhD in Information system South Africa 2019 Emelia Opoku Aboagye PhD in Information Security China 2018 Achievements The following programmes have been evaluated byNAB . • BTech Computer Science with Data Mining • BTech Web Development and Mobile Computing

Challenges • Limited number of offices for Lecturers, Laboratories and other resources to run an effective administrative work.

50 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University • Inadequate numbers of staff for programming programmes • Inadequate classrooms for various programmes

Future Plans The Department plans to: • Run BTech Computer Networks and Telecommunication • Intensify their outreach programme for secondary schools to re-orient them about computer science and its related fields. T he outreach programe includes a demonstration of some computer systems and software developed by students and Lecturers in the Department.

Activities of Academic Staff

Training Programmes Members of staff received training in the following courses: • Data warehouse • Security intelligence specialist • Business intelligence specialist

Publications • H. A. Antwi, Z. Lulin, M. O. Ansong, B. Kusi1, P. Achaempong, T. Mustafa (2017) Moving Averages and Crowd Wisdom Models in Medical Forecasting in China: Evidence from Affiliated University Hospitals, International Journal of Scientific Research in Computer Science, Engineering and Information Technology, Vol. 2 (1), pp. 148-155 • H. A. Antwi, Z. Lulin, M. O. Ansong, S. O. Mensah, (2017), Hybridizing Bayesian Probabilistic Models and Crowd Wisdom Techniques for Effective Medical Forecasting : Evidence from China’s Jiangsu Province, International Journal of Scientific Research in Computer Science, Engineering and Information Technology, Vol 2 (1), pp. 135-140. • Z. Abdullai, H. A. Antwi, Z. Lulin, M. O. Ansong, P. Acheampong, T. Mustafa, (2017), Dilemmas of Prediction Market, Cox Hazard Proportion and Artificial Neural Network Models in Medical Forecasting: Evidence from Chinese Antecedents, Vol. 2 (1), pp. 119-127 • H. A. Antwi, Z. Lulin, M. O. Ansong, B. Kusi, M. O. Akomeah, (2017), Artificial Neural Networks and Crowd Wisdom Theories in Health Planning: A Comparative Analysis from Eastern China, International Journal of Scientific Research in Computer Science, Engineering and Information Technology, Vol. 2 (1), pp. 128-134.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 51 • T. Mustafa, H. A. Antwi, Z. Lulin, M. O. Ansong, S. O. Mensah, (2017), Crowd Wisdom Models in Demand Forecasting in China’s Health Sector : Cases from Guanxi and Jiangsu Provinces, Vol. 2 (1), pp. 148-155. • Opoku, S. K., D Subba Rao, “Information Dissemination in an Electronic World – Towards Users’ Preference”, International Journal of Latest Engineering and Management Research, Vol 3, Issue 3 pages 57 – 63, March, 2018 • Opoku, S. K., “A Rule-Based System for Determining Intelligence Quotient of Children”, International Journal of Computer Science and Information Technology Research, Vol 5, Issue 3 pages 61 – 67, July, 2017 • Opoku, S. K., D Subba Rao, “A Robust Mechanism for Artificial Neural Network Context-Aware Recommender Systems (ANN CARS) in Mobile Environment”, International Journal of Computer Science and Information Technology Research, Vol 5, Issue 3 pages 53 – 60, July, 2017 • Opoku, S. K., Humu Mohammed, “A Robust Mobile-based Incident Reporting System”, IJRDO – Journal of Computer Science and Engineering, Vol 3, Issue 5 pages 43 – 52, May, 2017 • Opoku, S. K., Otoo, S., “Time-Awareness System for Managing Activities”, IJRDO – Journal of Computer Science and Engineering, Vol 3, Issue 5 pages 35 – 42, May, 2017 • Nana Kwame Gyamfi, Ferdinand Katsriku,Anthony Aidoo; ISBN-13: 978-3- 330-04303-9 ISBN-10:3330043032; Anomaly Detection Framework for Big Data; https//:www.lap-publishing.com • Silas Kwabla Gah, Nana Kwame Gyamfi, Ferdinand Katsriku; Sentiment Analysis of Twitter Feeds using Machine Learning, Effect of Feature Hash Bit Size; Communications on Applied Electronics (CAE) –ISSN : 2394-4714 Foundation of Computer Science FCS, New York, USA, Volume 6–No.9, April 2017 –www.caeaccess.org • Nana Kwame Gyamfi, Prince Appiah, Kofi Adu-Manu Sarpong, Silas Kwabla Gah, Ferdinand Katsriku, Jamal-Deen Abdulai; Big Data Analytics: A Preliminary Survey;Conference Proceedings: Dialogue on Sustainability and Environmental Management, Accra, Ghana February 15-16 2017 • Edem Adjei, Nana Kwame Gyamfi, David Otoo-Arthur, Towards a Big Data Architectural Framework for Healthcare in Ghana, Communications on Applied Electronics (CAE) –ISSN : 2394-4714Foundation of Computer Science FCS, New York, USA, Volume 7 –No. 12, January 2018 –www.caeaccess.org • Silas Kwabla Gah, Ferdinand Katsriku, Nana Kwame Gyamfi, Using GPS and Google Maps for Mapping Digital PostalAddress (GhanaPostGPS),Communications on Applied Electronics (CAE) –ISSN :

52 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 2394-4714,Foundation of Computer Science FCS, New York, USA,Volume 7 – No. 13, February 2018 –www.caeaccess.org

DEPARTMENT OF HOTEL CATERING AND INSTITUTIONAL MANAGEMENT

Introduction Globally the Hospitality Industry, which encompasses tourism, catering, lodging, events management, transportation, among others, has seen tremendous growth. With growth comes the need for qualified personnel to manage the various sectors of the hospitality industry efficiently and effectively. The Hotel Catering and Institutional Management (HCIM) Department, under the Faculty of Applied Sciences and Technology, has been training students at the Higher National Diploma level for both Regular and Parallel programmes. The Department also offers Cookery for the Catering Industry, Part I programme, which has been upgraded to C60 with the inclusion of Mathematics, English and Science courses. The HCIM Department effectively imparts knowledge and skills to students through training modules in theory and practical work to equip them with the requisite skills so they can deliver at the job market.

Vision To be internationally recognized as a centre for training people for the agro business and Hospitality and Tourism industries for effective job performance.

Objectives The principal objective of the Department is to train high calibre practically oriented middle and high-level manpower for the Hospitality and Tourism industry in management and decision–making to: • Manage and supervise all establishments within the Food and Beverage sectors, • Help manage and supervise activities in the Hotel industry, • Develop both traditional and continental cuisine, • Innovate products from local commodities for project work admissible to the Food and Beverage Sector, and • Acquire entrepreneurial skills to establish businesses.

Student Population The Department has a total student population of three hundred and twenty-nine (329) as indicated in Table 1.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 53 Table 1: Student Population Class Male Female Total HND 1 1 84 85 HND 2 2 61 63 HND 3 3 40 43 HND 1 (Parallel) - 25 25 HND 2 (Parallel) 1 12 13 HND3 (Parallel) - 9 9 812/1 (I) 2 43 45 812/1 (II) 2 44 46 Total 11 318 329 Staffing The Department currently has ten (10) full-time lecturers, one (1) part-time lecturer, one (1) part-time kitchen assistant and eight (8) supporting staff members. Table 2 shows staff members in the Department. Table 2: Staffing Name Qualification Position/Rank Dr. Felix Narku PhD., Food Science and, HOD/ Snr Lecturer Engmann Engineering, Jiangsu University, PR China, 2014 Dr. (Mrs.) Patricia PhD Food Science, Strathclyde Director, Graduate Owusu-Darko Institute of Pharmacy and School/Snr Lecturer Biomedical Science. Scotland, 2010 Mrs. Vida Commey MBA, Hospitality Management, Snr Lecturer KNUST, 2009 Mrs. Victoria Boakye- MBA, Hospitality & Tourism Mgt., Vice Dean of Students’ Kessie KNUST – Ghana, 2011 Affairs/Lecturer Mrs. Ruth Boateng MSc Hospitality & Tourism Mgt., Representative on University College Birmingham- Faculty Board/Lecturer UK, 2011 Ishmael Ayim* MSc., Food Science & Technology, Faculty Examination KNUST– Ghana, 2010 Officer/ Lecturer Mrs. Priscilla Osae- MPhil., Tourism, UCC, 2014 Departmental Akonnor Examination Officer/ Lecturer Ms. Evelyn Catherine MBA, Hospitality & Tourism Mgt., Sectional Head Brick Impraim KNUST, 2011 House/Lecturer Harrietta Akrofi- MTech, Hospitality and Catering Lecturer Ansah UEW-K, 2012

54 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Name Qualification Position/Rank Wilfred Sefah* MSc Food Science & Technology Lecturer Mrs. Gloria MPhil., Tourism Management, Lecturer Sarpong Britwum** UCC, 2014 Restaurant Staff Mrs. Belinda B.A Education,UEW-K, 2010 Senior Caterer Frimpomaa Addo Mrs. Rita Appiah Catering for the Hospitality Technician Industry Part II, KPoly, 2010 Christiana Appiah Catering for the Hospitality Technician Industry Part II, SPoly, 2010 Stella Dziworshie HND, Hotel Cat. and Inst. Mgt., Restaurant Supervisor KPoly, 2012 Mrs. Alice Ayete NVTI Grade 2, St. Georges Vocation Kitchen Assistant Institute, 2013 Kate Duah NVTI, St. Georges Vocation Cook Institute, 2006 Mrs. Mary Dip. In Institutional Mgt., Kumasi Catering Officer/Chief Edusei Offeh*** Polytechnic, Kumasi, 1986 Instructor *On study leave **Part-time lecturer ***Part-time kitchen assistant Staff Development Two members of staff of the Department received a two-week training in Certified Hospitality Educator programme, and Strategic Planning at University of Maryland Eastern Shore, USA Two (2) members of staff are pursuing further studies as shown in Table 3. Table 3: Staff members pursing further studies Name Programmeme and Institution and Expected Year Field of Study Country of completion Wilfred Sefah PhD Food Chemistry Edith Cowan University, 2019 Australia Mr. Ishmael PhD Food Science and Jiangsu University, PR 2019 Ayim Engineering China Activities and Events The Department provides Food and Beverage Services and other Catering Services to the University, other institutions and the public.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 55 The Brick Guest House offers rented accommodation services to the University Community and the public.

Outreach Programmemes/Extension Services • A staff member from the Department served as a jury member during the Tourism Awards for Hotels and Restaurants in Ashanti Region. • Undergraduates of the Department serve as supporting staff in hotels, restaurants, colleges, hospitals, schools and in industrial kitchens. • The Department manages events for the University and the general public.

Achievements • August 2017: The Department placed fifth (5th) in theN ational Ghanaian- American Chicken Recipe Competition. The award given was a Chaffing dish. • April 2018: the Department placed third (3rd) in the Frytol Game of Cooks Competition, which came off at University of Ghana, Legon, Accra.

Income Generation • The Brick House is rented out to the University Community and the general public, for income generation to the Institution. • The Restaurant and the Snack Bar also generate income for the Institution.

Challenges The Department is challenged with the following: • The practical laboratory of the Department (the Kitchen) is relatively small considering the increasing student population; • Cooking ranges for students’ Food Production practical lessons have become obsolete and need replacement; • A well-equipped facility for students’ accommodation practical work is needed for effective training; • The restaurant and dispense bar are not well-furnished for the training of students; • The Department does not have control over the University restaurant for training purposes; • Additional lecturers are required to teach Food Production, Food and Beverage, Bar operations and Hospitality Management as three (3) staff members retired in 2017. • The Brick House requires immediate renovation as it is not fit to accommodate guests per industry standard.

56 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Future Plans The Department intends to; • mount 4-year BTech Programs in Tourism and Transport Management, and Hospitality and Events Management. • Run Diploma Programs in; • Hospitality and Catering Management. • Tour Guiding, and • Food Product Development.

Activities of Academic Staff

Publications • Ayim, I., Ma, H., Alenyorege, E. A., Ali, Z. & Donkor, P.O. (2018). Influence of Ultrasound Pretreatment on Enzymolysis Kinetics and Thermodynamics of Sodium Hydroxide Extracted Proteins from Tea Residue. Journal of Food Science and Technology, 55, 1037–1046. • Mingle, E., Sanful, R.E. & Engmann, F.N. (2017). Sensory and physicochemical properties of bread made from aerial yam (Dioscorea bulbifera) and wheat (Triticum aestiv um) flour. International Journal of Innovative Food Science and Technology, 29 – 35. • Yu, L., Engmann, F.N., Lin, J. & Baoming, T. (2017). Study into an Alternative Treatment Method to Sulphur Dioxide in Mulberry Winemaking. Journal of Microbiology, Biotechnology and Food Science, 7 (1), 7–13. • Margaret, A., J., H. A., & Commey, V. (2017). Knowledge of Hygienic Practices among the Kitchen Staff inS econd Cycle Institutions in Kumasi Ghana. Advances in Social Sciences Research Journal, 4(3), 5-12. • Adu Gyamfi, C., Commey, V. & Adu Amankwah, J. (2017). Food Choices of Adolescents and its Associated Health Implications in Adansi north District of Ghana. International Journal of Current Research, 9 (3), 47633-47640. • Asana, S.C., Sulemana, A.B., & Commey, V. (2017). Food Tourism and the Culinary Tourist in Brong Ahafo Region of Ghana. ADRRI Journal of Agriculture and Food Sciences,3(9), ISSN-L: 2026-5204.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 57 DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS

Introduction The Department of Mathematics and Statistics is one of the four departments in the Faculty of Applied Sciences Technology, established in 2011. The Department services all the Engineering Departments in the University. The Department’s main programme is a three- year Higher National Diploma in Statistics and Health Statistics, which started in 1993. The Department has recently received accreditation to run a four-year Bachelor of Technology (BTech) and a two-year Master of Technology (MTech) in Applied Statistics with three options listed below • Environmental Statistics • Financial Statistics • Health Statistics These programmes will take off in the 2018/2019 academic year.

Vision To be a centre of excellence in producing high calibre graduates in Mathematics and Statistics suitable to support and sustain the needs of industrial and economic development of the country and beyond.

Objectives The programmeme is tailored towards: • Training Mathematicians and Statisticians in the requisite skills, techniques and aptitudes needed to carry out various mathematical and Statistical activities and programmemes in all sectors of the economy and national life. • Exposing students to other related auxiliary activities and skills that are needed to orient them more adequately in addressing the data generation, modelling and analysis requirements for solving challenging development processes. • Emphasising the acquisition of practical and problem solving skills that enable students to relate what they learn in the classroom to what is in practice. The programme therefore provides “linked” or complementary courses that answer the basic questions of data collection, analysis, interpretation, publication and dissemination.

58 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Student Population The total student population in the Department is eighty-nine (89) as shown in Table 1. Table 1: Student Population 2016/2017 Academic Year Year Males Females Total HND 1 5 13 18 HND 2 9 2 11 HND 3 3 7 10 HD (Top-Up) 33 17 50 Total 51 38 89 The Department developed a two-year Non-Tertiary Diploma in Health Statistics that is being run at the Institute of Distance Learning and Continuing Education. The total population of students in the programme is is one hundred and thirty- one (131), comprising eighty-one (81) males and fifty (50) females. In 2017/2018 academic year, a top-up of the Higher Diploma regular programme was approved with a total population of fifty (50). This is one academic year programme.

Staffing Staffing strength of the Department currently stands at fifteen (15) full time teaching staff (Table 2). Table 2: Staffing Name Qualification Position/Rank Hudu Mohamed MSc Mathematics, KNUST, 2010 HOD / Snr Lecturer PhD Management Science and Dean, Faculty of Prof. Bashiru I. I. Saeed Engineering, Jiangsu University, Applied Sciences/ China, 2014 Associate Professor Michael Ofori Fosu Msc. Statistics, UCC, Ghana, 2004 Snr Lecturer Mary Ann Yeboah MPhil Statistics, UCC, Ghana 2011 Snr. Lecturer Kwame Annin MSc Statistics, UCC, Ghana.2007 Snr. Lecturer Kwasi Poku Asare M.Phil. Statistics, UCC, Ghana, 2009 Snr. Lecturer MPhil Applied Mathematics, Francis Julius Gyebil Snr. Lecturer MSc Industrial Mathematics, MSc Mathematics, KNUST, Ghana, Francis Appau-Yeboah Snr. Lecturer 1994 Francis Anyan MSc Statistics, UCC, Ghana, 2010 Snr. Lecturer Abdul-Aziz Abdul- MPhil Applied Mathematics, Snr. Lecturer Rahaman KNUST, Ghana.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 59 Name Qualification Position/Rank Mphil Applied Mathematics, Kofi Agyarko Ababio Snr. Lecturer KNUST, Ghana, 2012 Eric Abayie Prempeh MPhil Statistics. UCC. Ghana, 2009 Lecturer MSc Industrial Mathematics, Frank Osei Frimpong Lecturer KNUST, Ghana, 2010. Pokuaa Patience MSc Industrial Mathematics, Lecturer Gambrah KNUST, Ghana, 2011. Forster Owusu* MPhil Applied Mathematics, 2011 Lecturer Bachelor Business Admonition Snr Administrative Grace Adu Serwaa University of Education Winneba Assistant *On study leave

Staff Development Currently six (6) staff members are pursuing further studies (Table 3). Table 3: Staff members pursuing further studies Name Programmeme and Field Insitution and Duration of Study Country (Period of Study) Foster Owusu PhD Physics University of 2020 Electronic Science and Technology, China Francis Julius PhD Applied Mathematics University of 2020 Gyebil Development Studies Ghana Abdul Aziz Abdul- PhD Applied statistics University of 2019 Rahman Development Studies Ghana Hudu Mohammed PhD Applied Mathematics KNUST, Ghana 2018 Mr. Kofi Agyarko PhD Applied statistics University of 2018 Ababio Johannesburg in South Africa Francis Appau- PhD Applied Mathematics KNUST, Ghana 2018 Yeboah Activities and Events The Department has developed new programmes in the areas ofBT ech Applied Statistics (Options in Health Statistics, Environmental Statistics and Financial Statistics, which has received approval by NABTEX to run in the 2018/2019 academic year. Additionally the MTech programmes in Applied Statistics with options in

60 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Health Statistics, Financial Statistics and Environmental Statistics has received approval to run in the 2018/2019 academic year. The Department organized a special Competency Based Training CBT( ) programme for all lecturers in the Department. The training which lasted for one week was to help equip lecturers and stakeholders with the requisite skills to teach the BTech and MTech programmes. The Department in collaboration with the Engineering Department organized a workshop on Arc GlS Software Application held from 21st-23rd May 2018 at Kumasi Technical University

Challenges • There is the need for more Health Statistics lecturers to help run the new programmes effectively. • The Department require more offices to accommodate all lecturers.

Future Plans The Department plans to: • Run 4-year B.Tech programme in Mathematics for Industry, Mathematics for Finance, Biomedical Engineering, Applied Statistics, Financial Statistics, Environmental Statistics and Data Science. • Upgrade its Two-year Non- Tertiary programme in Health Statistics to three (3) year Higher Diploma in Health Statistics. • Replace the Diploma in Statistics to a four- year programme in BTech Statistics with options in Health Statistics, Financial Statistics and Environmental Statistics • Intensify its outreach program to visit more selected senior high schools in Ashanti Region to reorient their thoughts about Mathematics and Statistics and to introduce them to the applications of Mathematics and Statistics. • Partner all stakeholders to train the manpower needs of industry in Mathematics and Statistics. • Involve all lecturers in Competency Based Training (CBT) to enable all lecturers to be able to teach the new programmes effectively.

Activities of Academic Staff

Publications • Yao Anyan, Francis (2017): Assessment of Indigenous Knowledge Usage Among Small Scale Farmers in Kpando Municipality, Ghana, International

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 61 Journal of Engineering and Advanced Technology (IJEAT) ISSN: 2249 – 8958, Volume-6 Issue-3, February 2017 • Abayie Prempeh, Eric Francis Anyan (2017): An Investigation into Client Satisfaction in Health Care Delivery at Komfo Anokye Polyclinic, Kumasi, International Journal of New Technology and Research (IJNTR) ISSN:2454- 4116, Volume-3, Issue-8, August 2017 Pages 74-79 • Lucy Afriyie, Twumwaah (2018) Saeed I. I., Bashiru and Abubakari Alhassan Determinants of child labour practices in Ghana. Journal of public health: from theory to practice springer- verlag GMBA Germany, part of springer Nature 2018. ISSN 2198-1833 Public Health Do 10.1007- 018-0935-3 • Yao Anyan, Francis Godfred Frimpong (2018): An Investigation into Barriers that Hinder the Effective Use of ICT in Farming by Small Scale Farmers in Asuogyaman District, Ghana. International Journal of Humanities Social Sciences and Education (IJHSSE) Volume 5, Issue 1, January 2018, PP 23-32 ISSN 2349-0373 (Print) & ISSN 2349-0381 (Online) http://dx.doi. org/10.20431/2349-0381.0501005 www.arcjournals.org.

DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION SCIENCE

Introduction Information is a key resource for individual, organizational, national and international development. It must, therefore, be generated, processed, stored, and disseminated. However, because it is a non- dynamic resource, the above activities cannot happen by themselves. Therefore, there must exist a body of information professionals with extensive theory (knowledge) and practical training (competence and skills) in order to effectively manage this information. Based on the above, the University decided to create this Department in 2015 under the Faculty of Applied Science to train people to man the various libraries and information centres in the country and beyond. The Department of Information Science has developed two (2) programmes which are currently run at IDCE. They are: • Diploma in Library and Information Science. • Professional Diploma in Library and Information Science.

Vision To be a centre of excellence for training the nation’s library and information science experts.

62 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Objectives The objective of the Departemnt is to: • Enable students understand and appreciate the functions and purpose of a library in a changing social and academic environment. • Produce library and Information Science officers who will be capable of performing functions in libraries and Information centres in the nation and beyond. • Equip all unskilled staff working in libraries and other information centres with knowledge and skills to ensure proper organization and dissemination of information in all institutions for their proper functioning using modern technologies. • Develop the needed skills to manage the Electronic Libraries in a digital environment and to provide advanced skills in computer and its application in library and information activities.

Student Population The Department has a total student population of Sixty-eight (68) as indicated in Table 1. Table 1: Student population Year Males Females Total Diploma 1 11 8 19 Diploma 2 19 11 30 Professional Diploma 12 7 19 Total 42 26 68 Staffing The Department has Ten (10) academic staff and one (1) Assistant Registrar (Table 2). Table 2: Staffing Name Qualification Position/Rank Dr. Yaw Obeng Asare PhD Information Systems UNISA 2017 HOD/ Lecturer Kwabena Osei Kuffour MA Library Studies, University of Ghana, Snr. Lecturer Adjei 2010 Ernest Boakye MPhil Information Studies, University of Lecturer Ghana 2015 Patience Emefa MPhil Information Studies, University of Lecturer Dzandza Ghana 2012

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 63 Name Qualification Position/Rank Baffour Ohene M.A. Library Studies, University of Ghana, Part-Time Agyekum 2008 Lecturer Samuel Amoako M.A. Information Studies, University of Part-Time Ghana, 2012 Lecturer John Kingsley Mensah M.A. Information Studies, University of Part-Time Ghana, 2012 Lecturer Akwasi Duffour M.A. Archival Studies, University of Part-Time Frimpong Ghana, 2010 Lecturer Kwabena Ntiamoah M.A. Information Science, University of Part-Time Sarpong Ghana, 2013 Lecturer Mr. Dominic Dery M.A. (Information Science), University of Part-Time Ghana, 2016. Lecturer Hagar Asare M.A. Education Leadership, UEW-Kumasi, Assistant Amponsah 2014 Registrar Staff Development Mr. Kwabena Osei Kuffour Adjei is pursuing a PhD programme in Information Science at University of South Africa and he is expected to complete in 2019.

Challenges The Department requires: • A modern Cataloguing and Computer laboratory for the practical training of the students’ programmes. • Office accommodation for its staff. • Additional lecturers in the area of information and Knowledge Management and Records Administration and Management. • Sponsorship for its staff/L ecturers to pursue further studies at doctoral levels.

Future plans Department intends to run Bachelor of Technology in Library and Information Science and to develop a curriculum in Information and Knowledge Management as well as Record Administration and Management.

Activities of Academic Staff • Obeng, A.Y. & Mkhize, P.L. (2017). Interrelationships and consequential effects among technological innovation, service consistency, customer

64 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University satisfaction and loyalty in banking. Journal of Finance & Banking Studies, Vol 6(3), pp. 51-69. • Obeng, A.Y. & Mkhize, P.L. (2017). Impact of IS Strategy and Technological Innovation Strategic Alignment on Firm Performance. International Journal of Information Technology and Computer Science, Vol. 8, pp. 68-84 • Obeng, A.Y. & Mkhize, P.L. (2017). An exploratory analysis to employees and customers’ responses in determining the technological innovativeness of banks. The Electronic Journal of Information Systems in Developing Countries, Vol. 80(2), pp. 1-23. • Obeng, A.Y., Boachie, E. & Shaofeng Liu (2018) The impact of IT-technological innovation on the productivity of a bank’s employee, Cogent Business & Management, DOI: 10.1080/23311975.2018.1470449 . • Quagraine, N. T., & Agyekum, B. O. (2018). In Vogue: Demand For Scholarly Publications Among Academic Librarians. Library Management. (accepted) • Dukper., B.K., Agyekum, B. O., & Kolan, B. (2018)."School Libraries and Students’ Academic Achievements in Bunkpurugu- Yunyoo District of Northern Ghana. Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal). 1736. Available at https://digitalcommons.unl.edu/libphilprac/1736. Retrieved 17-05-18 • Dukper, B.K., Agyekum, B. O., & Arthur, B., (2018). Exploring the Effects of Social Media on the Reading Culture of Students in Tamale Technical University. Journal of Education and Practice, 9 (7), 47-56 • Frimpong, A. D., Agyekum, B. O., & Asare, H. A. (2018). Conversion of Polytechnics to Technical Universities (TUs): Challenges in Administrative Records Management in TUs in Ghana. International Journal of Innovative Research and Development, 7(3); 173-183 • Frimpong, A. D., Agyekum, B. O., & Asare, H. A. (2018).Motivational Strategies for Improving Performance and Productivity amongst Records Staff in Ghana. International Journal of Scientific & Engineering Research, 9(4); 432-465 • Pomfowaa, G., & Agyekum, B. O., (2018). EffectiveC ommunication for Quality Service Delivery in Academic Libraries: An Overview of Public Academic Libraries in Ghana. International Journal of Scientific &E ngineering Research, 9(4); 372-405 • Agyekum, B. O., Ntiamoah-Sarpong, K., & Athur, B. (2017). "A Survey of Information Literacy (IL) Programmes in Technical University (Tu) Libraries in Ghana" Library Philosophy and Practice (ejournal).1644. Available nat https://digitalcommons.unl.edu/libphilprac/1644. Retrieved 17-05-18

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 65 PROFILE OF BUSINESS SCHOOL

Introduction The Business School is the largest among the Faculties in the University in terms of student population. There are six (6) Academic Departments under the School. They are: • Accountancy and Accounting Information System • Marketing • Procurement& Supply Chain Management • Management Studies • Banking Technology and Finance • Liberal Studies The existing departments and programmes are found in Table 1 Table1: Existing departments and programmes in the School Department Programmes HND BTech BTech (4yrs) (Top Up) Accountancy & Awaiting Accountancy Existing - Accounting Info. Accreditation System Accounting with Awaiting Existing Existing Computing Accreditation Marketing Awaiting Marketing Existing Existing Accreditation Procurement and Purchasing and Supply Chain Existing Existing Accredited Supply Mgt. Management Sec. & Mgt. Existing Accredited Accredited Studies Studies Banking Banking Awaiting Awaiting Technology and Technology and - Accreditation Accreditation Finance Finance Vision To be a world class centre of excellence in applied business research with technical and professional skills.

66 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Mission Developing and teaching market-driven programmes in collaboration with industries and other faculties to enhance competency-based training to produce leaders in high level management.

Management of the School The School is headed by a Dean, assisted by a Vice Dean, and a Senior Assistant Registrar. Table 2 shows the staff strength at the Dean’s office. Table 2: Staff of the Dean’s Office Name Of Staff Qualification Position/Rank Dr. George PhD Economics, Moscow State Academy Dean/ Snr. Lecturer Asumadu of Instrument-Making and Informatics, Moscow, 2000 Dr. Owusu Alfred PhD Marketing, Business University of Vice Dean / Snr. Costa Roca, Costa Rica, 2012 Lecturer Ali Yahuza Bawa MBA Strategic Management & Assistant Registrar Consulting,

Staffing The School has a total of ninety-one (91) full-time lecturers. These include one (1) Associate Professor, Fourteen (14) PhD holders, thirty-three (33) Senior Lecturers and Fifty-Six (56) Lecturers. It is focused on developing its staff to the terminal degree level (PhD). Table 3 depicts the staff strength for the School. Table 3: Staffing Name of Department Full- Time Part-Time Non- Lecturers Lecturers teaching Accountancy &Accounting 27 4 Information System Marketing 14 1 Management Studies 7 5 3 Purchasing & Supply 12 2 1 Liberal Studies 22 5 1 Banking Technology and Finance 9 1 Dean’s Office - - 1 Total 91 12 12 Student Population The School has a total student population of two thousand three hundre and ninety-five (2,395) as shown in Table 4.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 67 Table 4: Student Population Programme Male Female Total Accountancy 95 46 141 Accounting with Computing 708 395 1,103 Marketing 200 138 338 Procurement & Supply Chain 320 197 517 Management Studies 19 166 185 Banking Technology & Finance 70 41 111 Total 1,412 983 2,395 Staff Development/Recruitment The School has twenty-six (26) lecturers pursuing PhD degrees (Table 5). Table 5: Number of staff pursuing further studies Department PhD Accountancy &Accounting Information System 5 Marketing 5 Procurement & Supply 7 Management Studies 3 Banking Technology & Finance 1 Liberal Studies 5 Total 26 Collaboration The School is in collaboration with Southern Connecticut State University and some Chinese Universities to run BTech, BSc and MTech/MSc in some of the Business programmes.

Challenges The School is confronted with the following challenges: • Inadequate office accommodation for some of the senior members in all the departments; • Inadequate number of lecturers for the various programmes; • Inadequate lecture halls; • Inadequate laboratories for the departments, especially Marketing and Procurement and Supply Chain.

68 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Future Plans The Business School intends to introduce new programmes next academic year and beyond as per Table 6. Table 6: New Programmes to be introduced Department Programme Accountancy and • MTech Accounting with Computing Accounting Information • BTech Forensic Accounting System • BTech Internal Auditing Marketing • MTech Marketing • BTech Social Media and Online Marketing • BTech Fashion and Marketing • BTech Pharmaceutical Marketing Procurement & Supply • MTech in Supply Chain Management • BTech Logistics and Transport Banking Technology & • MTech Banking Technology and Finance Finance • BTech Banking Technology and Finance

DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTANCY AND ACCOUNTING INFORMATION SYSTEMS

Introduction The Accountancy and Accounting Information Systems (AAIS) Department is the biggest department in terms of the number of students and courses. It is endowed with experienced lecturers who have been educating students to be abreast of the high standard demand in present day accounting. In fulfillment of our mandate as Technical University, the Department runs and intends to develop some of the most sort-after courses in accounting by blending the traditional accounting with computing to create an accountant who is well erudite in financial accounting and the use of accounting software applications and computer technology. Student are equipped and positioned in a manner that gives them an edge in the job market. Currently, there are three (3) programmes being run at the Department, namely, • Bachelor of Technology Accounting with Computing (Top-up) • Higher National Diploma Accounting with Computing • Higher National Diploma Accounting

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 69 The Department has developed a 4-year BTech programme in Accounting with Computing, which is at the final stages of accreditation.

Vision To be a centre of learning recognised globally for developing accounting programmes with software applications.

Objectives The objectives of the Department is to: • Attract, retain and churn out high quality students at the undergraduate and graduate level in accounting and accounting information systems. • Deliver accounting courses that include critical thinking, communication skills, and competencies needed for success in careers. • Foster relationships with accounting students, alumni, employers, and other stakeholders. • Conduct and publish research that adds to accounting knowledge or contributes to practice or education. • Develop and promote volunteer, internship, and career opportunities for accounting students. • Promote faculty interaction with and service to the university, professional organizations, industry and society at large.

Student Population The student population of the Department stands at 1,244. Details are in Table 1. Table 1: Student Population Programme Year Male Female Total HND Accountancy with I 270 139 409 Computing II 178 151 329 III 260 105 365 HND Accountancy I 15 10 25 II 23 13 36 III 57 23 80 Total 803 441 1,244 Staffing Currently, the staff strength of the Department stands at thirty (30). Details are shown in Table 2.

70 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Table 2: Staffing Name Qualification Position /Rank Osman Halidu MBA (Acct.), KNUST, 2009 HOD / Snr Lecturer Babamu Dr. George PhD. Economics, State of Academy of Dean, Business Asumadu Instrument-Making and Information, School / Snr. Lecturer Moscow, 2000 Rev. Dr. John Poku PhD (Mgt.) University of Sheffield, UK, Director, 2009 International Affairs/ Snr Lecturer Gilbert Kwabena MBA Accounting, University of Cape Head, Distance Amoako Coast, 2010 Learning Division / Snr Lecturer Dr. Boadu Ayeboafo PhD finance, University of Nicaragua, Snr Lecturer 2016. PhD finance, SMC University, 2015. ACCA, UK. 2010. ICA, Ghana. 2011 Dr. Augustine PhD (E-Commerce), Business University Snr Lecturer Amoako of Costa Rica-Costa Rica 2012 Maurice MSc. Computer Systems Auditing, Snr Lecturer Aduamoah* London Metropolitan University, UK. 2006. Sampson Anomah MSc. Accounting & Information Snr Lecturer Systems, , ACCA, UK. 2006 George Ohene Djan* MBA (Accounting) KNUST 2009 Snr Lecturer Eric Kwaku Attefah MBA Accounting, KNUST 2009 Snr Lecturer Samuel Osei Owusu MPhil University of Ghana, 2014 Head, Examinations, Atuahene MSc Int’l Acct/Fin., University of Parallel Division/ Strathclyde, UK. 2008. Lecturer Dr Benjamin Yeboah PhD Accounting, University Institute of Lecturer Lisbon-Portugal, 2018 Thomas ACCA, UK. 2005 Lecturer Kusi Boafo** Richard Donkor ICA, Ghana, 2002. Lecturer Owusu Agyabeng MSc. Coventry University, UK, 2014 Lecturer Stephen Frimpong MBA Accounting, KNUST, Ghana 2009 Lecturer Stehpen B. MPhil Bus. Adm, KNUST, 2006, Lecturer Alewabah MSc Health Services Planning & Management, KNUST, 2009 Barrister at Law, KNUST, 2007 Jonas Bawuah MSc Int’l Acct. & Fin., 2008 City Lecturer University, ACCA 2014

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 71 Name Qualification Position /Rank Samuel Addo- MBA Accounting, KNUST, 2012 Lecturer Paintsil Agyeiwaa Owusu MBA Accounting, KNUST, 2011 Lecturer Nkwantabisa Jamal Latif MSc Info. Technology for Management, Lecturer Frimpong Coventry University, UK, 2013 Kingsley Appiah* MBA (Management Accounting) Lecturer University of Limpopo (South Africa), 2009 Ernest Appiah MBA Acct., KNUST, 2009 Lecturer Darko Edmund Kyei, MBA Acct., KNUST, 2009 Lecturer Samuel Adarkwah MBA Acct., KNUST, 2009 Lecturer Kofi Nyantakyi MSc Management Information Systems Assistant Lecturer Asare Coventry University, UK, 2015 Osei Boafo BSc Accounting with Computing, KPoly, Computer Lab. Ghana, 2015 Technician Osei Kuffour BSc Accounting with Computing, KPoly, Computer Lab. Edward Ghana, 2015 Technician Akwasi Prepeh BSc Accounting with Computing, KPoly, Computer Lab. Ghana, 2015 Technician Akua Nyarko Diploma in Management Studies Administrative Nyantakyi Assistant * On Study leave **On Sabbatical Leave Staff Development Three members of staff of the Department are pursuing further programmes (Table 3). Table 3: Staff pursing further programmes Name Programme and Field Institution and Expected of Study Country year of completion Jonas Bawuah PhD in Management Jiangsu University 2020 Science and Engineering of China. Francis Donkor PhD in Management University of electronic 2020 Science and Engineering Science and Technology of China

72 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Name Programme and Field Institution and Expected of Study Country year of completion Mr. Maurice PhD in Management Jiangsu University, 2019 Aduamoah Science and Engineering China (Accounting Information System) Kingsley Appiah PhD in Management Jiangsu University, 2019 Science and Engineering China (Accounting) George Ohene PhD in Management Jiangsu University, 2019 Djan Science and Engineering China (Accounting) Collaboration The Department has a strong collaboration with a number of professional bodies including the Association of Certified Charted Accountants in the area of curriculum development and short training for our students, and Sage North America Group, Tally Solutions (Tally ERPS), Intuit UK (QuickBooks). We have also been in constant touch with industry players in areas such as developing curriculum that is relevant to industry and an avenue for students to receive practical training periodically.

Challenges The Department is confronted with lack of the requisite logistics; office space and furniture for its lecturers.

Future Plan The Department intends to roll out the following programmes in the near future: • MTech Accounting with Computing • BTech Accounting (Internal Auditing option) • BTech Forensic Accounting It also intends to expand the existing capacity of the computer laboratory to cater for more student intake to facilitate teaching and learning.

Activities of Academic Staff • Ofori, D., Asumadu, G., (2018) Real Interest Rate and Investment Nexus: The Case of Ghana. Global Journal of Management and Business Research, Vol. 18, Issue 3, May, 2018.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 73 • Anomah, S. & Aduamoah, M. (2018). Proposed Analytical Procedure for the Customization and Implementation of Cobi T 5 as an Auditing Tool: An Action Design Research Approach. EDPACS, 57(3), pp.15-34. • Aduamoah, M., Yinghua, S., Anomah, S., & Ahmed, F. (2017). Riding the Waves of Technology: A Proposed Model for the Selection of Appropriate Computerized Accounting Software for Implementation in SMEs in Developing Countries. Archives of Business Research, 5(12). • Aduamoah, M., Yinghua, S., Anomah, S. (2017). Riding the Waves of Technology: A Study into How SMEs Select Computerized Accounting Software (CAS) supplier in Developing Countries. Archives of Business Research 5 (10). • Ofori, D., Asumadu, G., (2017) Foreign Direct Investment, Trade and Economic Growth in Ghana: An Empirical Analysis. International Research Journal of Finance and Economics, Issue 159, January 2017. • Owusu Atuahene, S. O., Kyei, E., & Darko, A. E. (2017). Socio-Economic Covariates of Demand for Personal Loan in the Kumasi Metroplolis of Ghana. European Journal of Business, Economics and Accountancy, 5 (2), 37 - 42. • Donkor, F., Owusu Atuahene, S. O., & Adarkwa, S. (2017). Determinants of Demand for Credit among Farmers in the Kwabre East District of Ghana. The International Journal of Business & Management, 5 (3), 128 -131. • Owusu Atuahene, S. O., Adarkwa, S., Donkor, F., & Darko, A. E. (2017). Determinants of Financial Inclusion in a Developing Economy: Evidence from the Asokore Mampong Municipality of Ghana. The International Journal of Business & Management,5 (4),150 - 153. • Kyei, E., Appiah Darko, E., & Owusu Atuahene, S. O. (2017). Private Investment, FDI and Trade Openness in Ghana. The International Journal of Business & Management, 5 (3), 155 -158. • Adarkwa, S., Darko, E. A., Kyei, E., & Owusu Atuahene, S. O. (2017). Who Were/Are The Users of Microfinance Services? Evidence From The Kumasi Metroplois Of Ghana. International Journal of Innovative Research and Advanced Studies(IJIRAS), 4 (2), 316-319. • Donkor, F., Owusu Atuahene, S. O., Darko, E. A., & Adarkwa, S. (2017). What are the Socio-Economic Correlates of Life Insurance Purchase? Evidence from the Asokore Mampong Municipality in Ghana. International Journal of Research in Social Sciences, 7 (5), 529 -538.

74 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University DEPARTMENT OF BANKING TECHNOLOGY AND FINANCE

Introduction The Department of Banking Technology and Finance BTF( ) was established in September 2015 under the Business School of the University. It is a highly professional, talented and motivated enterprising Department whose ambitions are noticeable in their teaching, research, community engagements and above all industry presence. The Department has developed the following Programmes: • Higher Diploma in Banking Technology and Finance (HDipBTF), • Professional Diploma in Banking Technology and Finance (PDipBTF), and • Diploma in Banking Technology and Finance (DipBTF). The Department has developed a four-yearBT ech programme in Banking Technology and Finance which is awaiting accreditation.

Vision To be the leader in the provision of industry-driven and competency-based education in banking and finance through technology.

Objectives The objectives of the Department is to: • Produce graduates with relevant knowledge, skills and competencies to solve industry problems and to lead in the transformation that will improve economic and social development. • Enhance collaboration between industry and academia. • Strengthen the understanding of practical and research environment through banking technology and finance. • Train students in banking technology and finance programmes that meet the globalised and highly digitalised manpower needs of industries.

Student Population Table 1 indicates the student population. Table 1: Student Population Programmeme Male Female Total Diploma in Banking Technology and Finance 1 5 10 15 Diploma in Banking Technology and Finance 2 23 11 34 Professional Diploma in Banking Technology and Finance 15 6 21 Higher Diploma in Banking Technology and Finance 1 11 5 16

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 75 Higher Diploma in Banking Technology and Finance 2 16 9 25 Total 70 41 111 Staffing The staff strength of the Department currently stands at ten (10). Table 2: Staffing Name Qualification Position / Rank

Dr Thomas Adomah DCom Accounting, University of HOD / Snr Worae Limpopo, South Africa, 2017 Lecturer Abdul-Aziz Iddrisu MSc Finance and Management, Snr. Lecturer Cranfield Universtiy, 2010 Dr Eric Nkansah PhD Financial Economics, University of Lecturer Zululand, South Africa, 2018 Ishaq Kyei-Brobbey MBA Finance, University Leicester, 2007 Lecturer Richard Addae MBA Banking and Finance Paris Lecturer Graduate School Management -2012, ICSA Maxwell Gyan Asiedu MBA Finance, University of Lecturer Wolverhampton, 2006, ACCA Kwame Agyei Henneh MBA Finance, University Leicester, 2005 Lecturer ICA-Ghana, 1997 Kofi Oware Mintah MBA Financial Management, Robert Lecturer Gordon Universtiy, 2006, ICA-GH William Barnes MBA Finance, The International Lecturer University of Missouri, 2002, ACCA, UK, 2010 Yvonne Gyimah B.A Integrated Management Studies, Snr University of Dev. Studies, Ghana, 2015 Administrative Assistant Staff Development and Recruitment Dr Eric Nkansah has successfully completed his PhD programme and has joined the staff. Kofi Oware Mintah is pursuing PhD Business Administration at Mangalore University, India and he is expected to complete in 2020.

Activities The BTF Department collaborates with industry partners to ensure that its students are given the opportunity to undergo industrial attachment and training programme for a minimum of six (6) months. These insurance companies are (The

76 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Association of Micro Finance, Kumasi Technical University Cooperative Credit Union, Ramsyer Cooperative Credit Union, and Mid County Microfinance).

Challenge There is no office accommodation for lecturers in the Department.

Future Plans The Department intends to develop further programmes such as BTech and Diploma programmes in banking operations, insurance, microfinance, and investments in the coming years.

Activities of Academic Staff

Publications • Worae, T.A., and Ngwakwe,C.C., (2017).‘Environmental responsibility and financial performance nexus inS outh Africa: panel Granger causality analysis’. Environmental Economics, Vol. 8, Issue.3, pp. 29-34. • Worae,T.A., Ngwakwe,C.C., and Ambe, C.M. (2017) ‘’Threshold effects in the relationship between environmental responsibility and financial performance: Dynamic Threshold panel analysis’’ (in Press) International research journal: Managing Global Transitions. • Worae, T.A., Ngwakwe, C.C. and Ambe, C.M. (2018) ‘Effects of environmental pro-activeness on financial performance inS outh Africa: short panel vector autoregressions analysis’, Int. J. Sustainable Economy, Vol. 10, No. 3, pp. 249- 2.

DEPARTMENT OF MARKETING

Introduction The Marketing Department is committed to educating professionals and experts who will make a difference in the field of marketing. The Department trains and produces graduates with the requisite skills, abilities and competencies that are needed in the industry. The Department is well-equipped with wealth of acclaimed academic staff who provide a stimulating environment for study and research and also guides and supports students throughout their study to achieve their academic and professional goals. The Department offers the following accredited programmes: • Bachelor of Technology in Marketing (Top- up)

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 77 • Higher National Diploma in Marketing • Professional Diploma in Electronic Marketing • Diploma in Electronic Marketing • Diploma in Public Relations

Vision To be a leader in research and professional focused in marketing education for a lifelong return on investment for graduates.

Objectives The objectives of the Department are to: • Strengthen efforts to attract and inculcate students with professional marketing skills for the business community. • Create and sustain a culture that supports teaching excellence in the Department • Strengthen the education impact of opportunities and experiences for students • Provide skilled support staff and higher level marketing personnel • Provide a more unified and shared educational experience for students at the Marketing Department. • Work with other companies and make Kumasi Technical University a vibrant place to live and work.

Student Population Table 1 indicates the student population in the Department. Table 1: Student Population Programmeme Male Female Total HND I 60 36 96 HND II 52 44 96 HND III 88 58 146 Total 200 138 338 The Bachelor of Technology, Diploma in Electronic Marketing, Diploma in Public Relations and the Professional Diploma in Electronic Marketing Programmes are part of the programmes under the Institute of Distance Learning and Continuing Education.

78 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Staffing Table 2 indicates the number of staff in the Department. Table 2: Staffing Name Qualification Position / Rank

Dr. Alfred Owusu PhD Marketing, Business University of HOD/ Snr. Lecturer Costa Rica, 2012, Chartered Marketer, CIM, UK Prof Asiamah PhD Marketing, Business University of Interim Vice Yeboah Costa Rica, 2012, Chartered Marketer, CIM, Chancellor / UK Associate Professor Wilson K. Nimsaah MBA,Marketing, KNUST, 2010 HOD (Non- Tertiary Division / Snr Lecturer Rev Alfred Atakora MA. (Theology), 2017, Christian Service Chaplain / Snr. University College, Ghana MSc. Marketing, Lecturer University of Leicester, UK, 2005 Francis Amo MBA Marketing, University of Snr Lecturer Leicester, 2007 Samuel Owusu MBA General Management, Snr Lecturer Mensah Staffordshire University, UK, 2007 Julia Agyapong MBA Marketing, KNUST, 2007 Lecturer Poku George Anane Takyi M.A Marketing, The University of the West Lecturer of England, 2002 Kwadwo Nkansah- MSc Finance, GIMPA, Ghana, 2008 Lecturer Fordjour* Collins Kankam MBA Marketing, KNUST, 2009 Lecturer

Frederick K. Asare MBA Marketing, University of Ghana, 2010 Lecturer Daniel Opoku MBA Marketing and Corporate Strategy, Lecturer KNUST, 2009 Samuel Afriyie* MBA Marketing, KNUST, 2014 MCIM, Lecturer (Marketing) Chartered Institute of Marketing-UK Ofosu Amofa MBA Marketing, KNUST, 2015, MCIM Part Time Lecturer James Owusu MSC Educational Innovations and Snr Administrative Leadership Science, KNUST, 2017 Assistant

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 79 Staff Development and Recruitment Five (5) Lecturers in the Department are purusing PhD programmes as indicated in Table 3. Table 3: Staff pursing further studies Name Programme and Institution and Expected Field of Study Country Year of Completion Kwadwo Nkansah PhD Business International School of 2019 Fordjour Administration Business, Paris Samuel Afriyie PhD Management Jiangsu University of 2019 Science and Engineering Technology, China Rev Alfred PhD Marketing Middlesex University, 2018 Atakora UK George Anane PhD Business Swiss Management 2018 Takyi Administration Centre University, (Management Option) Switzerland Collins Kankam PhD Business Open University 2018 Administration of Malaysia/Accra Institute of Technology Future Plans The Department intends running the following programmes: • MTech Marketing • Four (4) Year BTech Marketing • BTech Fashion Marketing • BTech Pharmaceutical Marketing

Challenges Some of the Challenges are: • Inadequate office accommodation for lecturers • Inadequate number of lecturers

Activities of Academic Staff

Publications • Kankam, K. C. (2018). Pricing orientation of SMEs auto repairers using the Facilities, Transformation and Usage (FTU) framework. Academy Marketing Studies Journal, Vol. 22, Issue 2.

80 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University • Donkor, J., Donkor, G.N.A. and Kankam, K. C., (2018). Strategic planning and performance of SMEs in Ghana: The moderating effect of market dynamism. Asia PacificJ ournal of Innovation and Entrepreneurship, 12(1), pp.62-76. • Owusu, A. (2017). Influence ofI nformation Technology Infrastructure on marketing effectiveness of banks operation in Ghana. International Journal of Academic Research and Reflection, 5 (2), 22-29. • Owusu, A. (2017). Marketing communications process on pharmaceutical markets in Ghana. International Journal of Academic Research and Business and Social Science, 7(2) 256-273. • Owusu A. (2017). Service quality and customer satisfaction: A comparative study of Ghanaian public Vs private bank. European Journal of Research in Social Sciences. 5(1) 29-15.

DEPARTMENT OF PROCUREMENT AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT

Introduction Procurement and Supply Chain Management Department is one of the departments under the Business School of the Kumasi Technical University. It is the second highest populated department in the University, currently with 1,044 students. It was established in the year 1993 purposely to train students and equip them with skills and knowledge needed to deal with the recurrent issues relating to professionalism, transparency, effectiveness and efficiency and above all value for money in the procurement sector. The Department keeps on meeting its objectives every academic year by producing numerous prominent graduates most of them now occupying middle and top level positions in commerce, industry, health, educational and other sectors in both the private and public sectors of the economy. The Department runs the following programmes: • BTech in Procurement and Supply Chain Management (Top-up) • Higher National Diploma in Purchasing and Supply • Parallel Programmes The Department has been accredited to run the four-year degree in Procurement and Supply Chain Management.

Vision To be a centre of excellence in the provision of competence based education in Procurement and Supply Chain Management.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 81 Objectives In line with the vision and strategic direction of Kumasi Technical University the Department of Procurement and Pupply Chain Management seeks to: • Collaborate with government, industry and the academic community to provide our students competency based and industry relevant education in procurement and supply chain management. • Provide cutting edge research for addressing the procurement and supply chain management challenges of industry and the public sector. • Develop sustainability conscious and socially responsible students for the local and global economy. • Regularly monitor and review our strategy in line with international best with the aim of always being abreast of time and ahead in competition.

Student Population The student population stands at 1,044 (Table 1). Table 1: Student Population Year Male Female Total HND 1 154 70 224 HND 2 74 52 126 HND 3 92 75 167 BTech 1 45 40 85 BTech 2 19 22 41 HND 1 (Paralle) 22 10 32 HND 2 (Paralle) 15 10 25 HND 3 (Paralle) 11 13 24 DPM 1 63 85 148 DPM 2 43 48 91 PDPM 34 47 81 Total 572 472 1,044

Staffing The staff strength of the Department is fifteen (15) with details in Table 2. Table 2: Staffing Name Qualification Position/Rank Otchere Fianko MBA Logistics &Supply Chain Mgt.KNUST, HOD / Snr Alexandra 2012, MCIPS,- UK Lecturer

82 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Name Qualification Position/Rank Kwame MBA Strategic and Project Management, Snr Lecturer Owusu Sarpong* Paris Graduate School of Management, 2010, MILT,UK.MCIPS UK Gladys Tuo* MSc Supply Chain Mgt., Coventry University, Snr Lecturer 2012, MCIPS, CIPS-UK Irene Aikins MSc Supply Chain Mgt.Coventry University, Snr Lecturer 2012, MCIPS - UK Prince Agyemang MSc Supply Chain Mgt. Coventry University, Snr Lecturer Duah 2012, MCIPS, CIPS-UK Emmanuel Kwabena MBA Logistics &Supply Chain Mgt.KNUST, Snr Lecturer Anin 2012, MCIPS, - UK Emelia MBA Logistics &Supply Chain Mgt.KNUST, Snr Lecturer Darko Adzimah* 2010, MCIPS, - UK Daniel Etse* MPHIL Educational Innovation and Snr Lecturer Leadership Science, MBA Logistics & Supply Chain Mgt University 2009 Stephen Okyere* MBA Logistics &Supply Chain Mgt.KNUST, Lecturer 2009, MCIPS, - UK John Tettey Narh MBA Logistics &Supply Chain Mgt.KNUST, Lecturer Wayo 2012 Osei Asibey MSc Supply Chain Mgt. Coventry University, Lecturer 2012 Charles Boakye MCIPS, 2002, ASMC Lecturer Philomena Yeboah BBA Management, UEW-K, 2013 Senior Administrative Assistant *On study leave Staff Development Currently seven (7) lecturers are pursuing further studies (Table 3). Table 3: Staff pursing further studies Name Programme and Institution and Expected Field of Study Country year of completion Daniel Este PhD in Management Royal Melbourne Institute 2020 of Technology (RMIT) University in Australia

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 83 Name Programme and Institution and Expected Field of Study Country year of completion Emelia D. Doctoral programme University of Electronic 2020 Adzimah in Management Science and Technology in Science and China Engineering Alexander PhD Logistics Kwame Nkrumah University 2020 Otchere Fianko and Supply Chain and Science Technology, Management Kumasi- Ghana Emmanuel PhD Logistics Kwame Nkrumah University 2020 Kwabena Anin and Supply Chain and Science Technology, Management Kumasi- Ghana Gladys Tuo PhD Logistics University of Electronic 2019 and Supply Chain Science and Technology in Management China Stephen Okyere PhD Logistics Wuhan University of 2019 and Supply Chain Technology, China Management Kwame Owusu PhD Procurement Business University of 2018 Sarpong and Supply Chain Coasta Rica Management Challenge • Staff strength is low since some of the lecturers are on study leave • Inadequate offices for staff

Future Plans The department hopes to; • Run a Master of Technology in Supply Chain Management. • Run a Bachelor of Technology in Logistics and Transport. • Develop a Higher Diploma in Logistics and Transport programme • Develop a Higher Diploma in Procurement and Supply Chain Management programme. • Recruit additional lecturers to improve the staff/student ratio within the Department.

84 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University DEPARTMENT OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES

Introduction The Department of Management Studies is under the Business School and Management Studies. Since 1992, the Department has been training students for the award of Higher National Diploma certificate in Secretaryship and Management Studies. The programme is, intended to acquaint students with basic management principles, concepts and the practices that managers employ or carry out in accomplishing organizational goals. With a global trend towards flatter, leaner, and more agile organizations, mid-level leaders need to adapt to increasing and more challenging responsibilities which are incorporated in more complex and sophisticated interpersonal issues, with, less job security. Without strength in this group, the organization’s ability to implement its strategy and achieve results will be significantly limited. The Department currently runsHND in Secretaryship and Management Studies and Diploma in Business Administration.

Vision To be a centre of excellence for educating and training students for them to effectively handle secretarial and mid-level managerial positions in both the private and public sectors of the economy.

Objectives The main objective of the Department is to train high caliber practically-oriented manpower for the both public and private sectors of the economy. Subordinate objectives of the programmeme are to: • Develop high level administrative and managerial skills in order to handle and adapt to major changes in businesses and the civil and public sectors with a thorough knowledge in modern Information Communication Technology (ICT); • Apply the management functions of planning, organizing, leading and controlling in their assigned tasks; • Develop entrepreneurial skills to be self employed; • Develop higher skills in industrial relation and labour laws of the nation in order to be able to manage employee-employer relationships and; • Acquire working knowledge in handling human resource issues in organizations.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 85 Student Population The Department of Secretaryship and Management Studies has a total student population of one hundred and eighty five (185) as shown in Table 1. Table 1: Student Population Class Male Female Total HND 1 10 64 74 HND 2 5 46 51 HND 3 4 56 60 TOTAL 19 166 185 Staffing The Department has ten (10) members of staff (Table 2). Table 2: Staffing Name Qualifications Position/ Rank Hayford Adjei MBA - Strategic Mgt & Consulting HOD / Snr Lecturer KNUST, 2010 Dr Alfred Sarbah PhD Strategic Management, UESTC, Director IDCE / Snr China, 2015 Lecturer Abubakar Zakaria* M.A Adult Education & Business, Snr Lecturer Legon, 2010 Adwoa Benewaa Brefo- MBA Human Resource Management Examination Manuah* KNUST, 2010 Officer / Lecturer Dr Luguterah PhD Public Administration Lecturer Austin W. University Of South Africa, 2016 Christian Narh Opata* MSc Enterprise Management, China, Lecturer 2015 Marian Maclean Mphil Strategic Management and Assistant Lecturer Consulting, KNUST, 2017 Thekla Boateng* MBA, Human Resource Management, Principal Gimpa, 2017, Technician Samuel Ohene HND Electrical Engineering, Kpoly, Computer Lab Amoabeng 2003 Technician Doris Asabere BBA executive office administration, Snr Administrative 2013 Assistant *On Study Leave

86 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Staff Development and Recruitment Table 3 gives the details of members of staff pursuing further studies. Table 3: Staff pursing further studies Name Programme and Institution and Expected Field of Study Country year of completion Christain Opata PhD Strategic University of Electronic 2020 Management Science and Technology, China. Zakari Abubakari PhD Strategic University of Electronic 2020 Management Science and Technology, China. Adwoa Benewaa PhD Human resource Business University of 2018 Brefo-Manuah* Management Costa Rica. Activities and Events The Department has been given approval by National Accreditation Board to run a four-year degree programme in Secretarialship and Management Studies.

Outreach Programmes/Extension Services The Department continues to execute a number of services within and outside the University. It is currently focusing on establishing a relationship with some industries in Kumasi. It has already rendered some service to Stool Lands in Kumasi. It has sent proposals to a number of companies to offer secretarial services to their administrative staff.

Challenge A major challenge is the issue of using manual typewriters to train our students, in this technological era. The Department needs a modern and well-furnished computer laboratory for training students

Future Plans The Department is in the process of introducingMT ech in Management Studies programme.

Activities of Academic Staff

Publications • Luguterah, A. W. (2017). The |Role of Sports in Poverty Reduction in Ghana. Journal of Poverty and Social Justice, Volume 25, Number 3, pp, 277-285 (9)

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 87 • Luguterah, A. W. & Dwomoh, G (2017). Service Delivery in Ghana Water Company Limited: Lessons for Governance in the Public Sector of Ghana. International Journal of Research in Business Studies and Management Volume 4, Issue 8, pp 30-40 • Zakari., A., Iddrisu., A., Thekla. B., Marian M & Dorcas., K., (2017) Determining the credibility factor and premium using Bayesian credibility theory for policy Decisions and implementation: Evidence from Ghana. The international journal of Business & management (ISSN 2321-8916) • Zakari., A., Iddrisu., A., Thekla. B., Marian M & Dorcas., K., (2017) Posterior Distribution of Health Insurance: Basis for determing credibility factor and premium: Evidence from Ghana. International journal of innovative research and development (ISSN 2278-0211) September, 2017 • Zakari., A., Iddrisu., A., Marian M & Dorcas., K., (2017) Normality Fit to the Population Data of Health Insurance: A catalyst for managerial Decisions. Scholars Bulletin, 2017;3 (9):398-402 • Brefo-Manuh, A.B., Bonsu, C.A., Anlesinya A., Odoi, A.A. S., (2017) Evaluating the relationship between performance appraisal and organizational effectiveness in Ghana: a Comparative Analysis of Public and private organizations.International journal of economics, commerce and management. Vol. V, Issue 7, PP, 532-552, July 2017. • Brefo-Manuh, A.B. Mensah., V., Ampong, I., and Aidoo, E., (2017). The role of Motivation in the Retention of Employees: Evidence from Christian Service University College, Ghana. European Business & Management. Vol. 3, No. 1 2017, PP 9-15.

DEPARTMENT OF LIBERAL STUDIES

Introduction The Department of Liberal Studies is one of the six (6) departments under the Faculty of Business and Management Studies. The Academic Board has approved a 2-year Diploma in Mass Communication and Journalism to be run by the Department beginning from the 2018/2019 Academic year. The advertisement for applicants to apply has since been placed on the University’s website. The Department also teaches the following courses: African Studies, Communication Skills, Logic and Critical Thinking, Economics, Law, Literature in English, French and English Language. Among other things the Department aims at providing sound understanding of basic as well as advanced concepts in the courses we teach.

88 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Vision To be a leading centre for equipping students with effective communication skills and solid multidisciplinary education.

Objectives The objectives of the Department are to: • Expose students to the rationale underpinning language usage in order for them to handle both oral and written communication with intelligence and finesse; • Deepen students’ understanding and awareness s of the world in order that they will be culturally sensitive, intellectually independent, analytical and creative to respond favourably to the vicissitudes of life; • Help students appreciate and gain pleasure from the beauty of the Arts and to use these to create a sense of self-esteem that comes from personal accomplishments and challenges met with success.

Student Population Currently, the Department is waiting for its first batch of students for 2018/2019 academic year after approval has been given to run a 2-year Mass Communciation programme.

Staffing The Department has a total staff strength of twenty-eight (28) as shown in Table 1.

Table 1: Staffing Name Qualification Position/ Rank Kwasi Sarfo-Adu MPhil (English) University of Cape HOD / Snr Coast, 2007 Lecturer Dr Cynthia Osei (Mrs) Phd. (English) KNUST, 2017 Hall and Hostels Manageress / Snr Lecturer Benjamin Adjei Danquah* M.A Econonics, KNUST, 2008 Snr Lecturer Joseph Kofi Boakye M.A TESL, University of Ghana, Snr Lecturer 2006 Dr Sulemana Mahawiya PhD Philosophy, Univ. Cape Town, Lecturer 2016

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 89 Dr Kofi Sefa Attakora PhD. Law (Human Rights), Kingston Lecturer University 2016 Dr Mark Kwamena Appiah PhD Education, University Lecturer Strathclyde, Scotland, 2010 Lucy Bonku (Mrs)* M.A Comp Lit., KNUST, 2004 Lecturer Daniel Kwadwo Obeng M.A Economics, KNUST, 2003 Lecturer Rosemary Addo-Danquah M.A TESL, University of Ghana, Lecturer (Mrs) 2010 Faustina Amponsah-Partey MPhil Communication and Media Lecturer (Mrs) Studies, University of Education, Winneba, 2010 Rev. Fr. Kingsley M.A Social Communication, Chaplain/ Osei Boahene* University of Holy Cross, Rome, 2008 Lecturer Ernest Berko M.A Geog. Rural Dev., KNUST, 2011 Lecturer Kwaku Obeng Boateng MPhil African Studies, University of Lecturer Ghana, 1998 Samuel Agyei Nimo M.A Economics, KNUST, 2010 Lecturer Prince Donkor MPhil Economics, University of Lecturer Ghana, 2012 Johnson Addai-Asante MPhil Economics, University of Cape Lecturer Coast, 2010 Frank Kwadwo Otoo BL (Law), KNUST 2007 Lecturer Osei-Wusu Antwi BL (Law), KNUST 2010 Lecturer Kofi Mfum M.A., LLB, BL (Law), KNUST 2010 Lecturer Kingsley Brako M.A Comp. Lit., KNUST, 2008 Lecturer Millicent Yengkangyi (Miss) M.A Comp. Lit., KNUST, 2008 Lecturer Kwasi Akomani-Andoh M.A IELTS & Applied Linguistics, Part-time London Metropolitan University, Lecturer 2006 Akwasi Arhin B.L (Law) KNUST, 2012 Part-time Lecturer James Osman Adjei MPhil Art Educ., KNUST, 2003 Part-time Lecturer Patience Addo-Kuffour M.ATESL, Univ. of Ghana, 2013 Part-time Lecturer Joe Mensah Obour Post Grad 1973, DPA. 1976, QCL. Part-Time BL, Ghana School of Law,1992 Lecturer Alhassan Fatumata BBA Management GCUC-K, 2016 Snr. Adm Assistant * On Study leave

90 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Staff Development Currently, five (5) members of staff are pursing further stdies as detailed in Table 2. Table 2: Staff pursing further studies Name Programme and Institution and Expected Field of Study Country year of completion Prince Donkor PhD Management and University of Electronics 2020 Economics Science and Technology of China, China Lucy Bonku (Mrs) PhD English KNUST, Ghana 2019 Rev. Fr. Kingsley PhD Management University of Electronics 2019 Osei Boahene Science Science and Technology of China, China Benjamin Adjei PhD Industrial Wuhan University, China 2019 Danquah Economics Kwasi Sarfo-Adu PhD English University of Cape Coast, 2018 Ghana

Challenge A more spacious office accommodation is needed, as the current office space is not roomy enough to contain members of staff. Future Plans The Department intends to run a Higher Diploma Programme in Mass Communication/Media. The documents have been submitted to the various professional bodies for their comments.

Activities of Academic Staff

Publications • Addai-Asante, J., Agyei Nimo, S., Obeng, D. K., (2017). Firm Level Comparison of Technical Efficiency between Foreign-Owned and Domestic-Owned Firms. Case Study of Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Firms in Ghana. American ScientificJ ournal for Engineering, Technology and Sciences. Vol. 36, pp. 146- 166. • Mahawiya. S, Dramani. J & Oteng. A (2018) “Foreign ban inflow:I mplications for banking stability in Sub-Sahara Africa ” Africa Review of Finance and economics (forthcoming edition).

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 91 Conference/Paper Presentation Mr. Kwasi Sarfo-Adu “I deserve another Term of Office” A Pragma-Rhetorical Analysis of Incumbent Verbal Style in Presidential Election Campaign, 30th West African Languages Congress and 10th Linguistics Association of Ghana Conference, University of Education Winneba, Ghana July 31 – August 5, 2017.

92 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University PROFILE OF THE FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES

Introduction The Faculty of Health Sciences focuses mostly on programmes that relate to health. It has been in existence since 2011. Currently, the Faculty runs three (3) programmes, namely, Dispensing Technology, Medical Laboratory Technology, and Science and Industrial Laboratory Technology. These programmes are under two departments as shown in Table 1. Table 1: Existing programmes in the Faculty B.Tech Department Programme HND B.Tech (4 yrs) (Top Up) Pharmaceutical Dispensing Existing Awaiting Awaiting Sciences Technology Accreditation Accreditation Medical Laboratory Existing Awaiting Awaiting Technology Accreditation Accreditation Laboratory Science and Existing Awaiting Awaiting Technology Industrial Laboratory Accreditation Accreditation Technology Vision To be a leading centre of excellence in innovative research and teaching in health sciences in Africa.

Mission Creating the foundation for transfer of knowledge and technology to support and improve the quality of services in healthcare, industries and society.

Management of the Faculty A Dean heads the Faculty and he is assisted by a Vice Dean with the support of an Assistant Registrar and an Administrative Assistant. (Table 2). Table 2: Staff of the Dean’s Office Name of Staff Qualification Position/ Rank Dr. Samuel N. Osei- PhD Bio-Science, Univ. of East Dean / Snr. Djarbeng London, London-UK, 2010 Lecturer Dr. Samuel Osei-Asante PhD Pharmaceutical Sciences, Vice Dean / Snr. Nagasaki University, Japan, 2010 Lecturer Joyce Francisca Addo MBA (Human Resource), KNUST, Assistant Kumasi, 2015 Registrar

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 93 Lovia Adoma Gyamfi BBA (Management), UEW, Kumasi, Snr. 2014 Administrative Assistant Student Population The Faculty has a total student population of seven hundred and five (705). The details are indicated in Table 3.

Table 3: Student Population Programme Male Female Total Dispensing Technology 265 93 358 Medical Laboratory and Science 181 52 233 Industrial Laboratory Technology 80 34 114 Total 526 179 705 Staffing The Faculty has a total of eighteen (18) full-time lecturers of which five (5) are females. Table 4 shows the staff population of the Faculty. Table 4: Staffing Category Pharmaceutical Laboratory Total Sciences Technology Full Time Lecturers 11 7 19 Part-Time Lecturers 2 10 12 Servicing Lecturers 5 11 16 Technicians 2 3 5 Administrative 2 Assistants Staff Development and Recruitment Currently five (5) members of staff are pursuing Doctorate degrees and one (1) Bachelor degree as shown in Table 5. Table 5: Members of staff pursuing further studies. Department PhD Bachelors Pharmaceutical Sciences 2 1 Laboratory Technology 3 - Total 5 1

On recruitment of staff, four (4) applicants three (3) in the Department of Laboratory Technology and one (1) in Pharmaceutical Sciences, who were

94 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University interviewed and recommended for appointment two years ago have not received appointment letters to date, as the University awaits financial clearance

Collaborations The Faculty has collaboration with the following Institutions: • Intravenous Infusions Limited of Ghana – Koforidua, • Centre for Scientific Research into Plant Medicine – Mampong – Akwapim. • Salom Pharmacy Limited – Asokore Mampong • Trade Winds Chemists Ltd. – Asokore Mampong • Aspee Pharmaceuticals Ltd. - Ejisu.

Challenge Some challenges confronting the Faculty are: • Limited number of office logistics • Number of lecturers do not commensurate with the student population in the Faculty.

Future Plans The Faculty intends to introduce new departments and programmes indicated in Table 6. Table 6: Intended Departments and Programmes Department Intended Programmes Pharmaceutical Sciences MTech in Pharmaceutical Sciences BTech (4-Years) in Pharmaceutical Sciences BTech (Top Up) in Pharmaceutical Sciences Laboratory Technology BTech (4-Years) in Medical Laboratory Tech. BTech (Top Up) in Medical Laboratory Tech. BTech (4-Years) in Science & Ind. Lab. Tech. BTech (Top Up) in Science & Ind. Lab. Tech. Sports Science & BTech in Sports Science & Management Management Diploma in Sports Science & Management Herbal and Alternative BTech Herbal Medicine Production Medicine BTech in Alternative Medicine Diploma Herbal Medicine Production Diploma in Alternative Medicine Forensic Sciences BTech in Forensic Science

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 95 DEPARTMENT OF PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES

Introduction The Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences (formerly Dispensing Technology Department) was established in 1975 to train support staff in the dispensaries of Ministry of Health facilities that had no formal training in dispensing of drugs. Over the years, this mandate has changed to include people working in the private sector and also people who were not already working in the health sector. Prior to 1992, graduates of the Department were awarded Dispensing Technicians Certificate Part II and Part III for 2 years' and 3 years' training respectively. The HND programme was introduced in 1992 when the then Polytechnic was converted into a tertiary institution. The programmes were run concurrently till about a decade ago when the certificate programme was phased out. Since then the emphasis has been on the HND programme.

Vision To become a centre of excellence for the training of technologically competent and pro-active manpower for the healthcare sector and the pharmaceutical industry.

Objectives To churn out graduates with requisite skills to: • Support the pharmaceutical industry, • Assist in the health care sector (community pharmacies, hospital pharmacies, etc) • A ssist in the work of regulatory agencies like Ghana Standards Authority, Food and Drugs Authority (FDA), Pharmacy Council.

Student Population The Department has a total student population of three hundred and fifty-eight (358) who are offeringHND in Dispensing Technology. The details are found in Table 1.

Table 1: Student population Year Male Female Total HND 1 93 39 132 HND 2 86 30 116 HND 3 86 24 110 Total 265 93 358

96 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Staffing The Department has eleven (11) full-time lecturers. The details of the current staffing situation of the Department are found in Table 2. Table 2: Staffing Name Qualification Rank/Position (i) Full-Time Lecturers Dr. Samuel Osei-Asante PhD Pharmaceutical Sciences, HOD / Snr Nagasaki University, Japan, 2010 Lecturer Dr. Samuel N. Osei- PhD BioScience, University of Dean of Faculty / Djarbeng East London, 2010 Snr Lecturer Dr. George Owusu-Dapaah PhD Pharmaceutical Sciences, Director Quality University of Strathclyde, UK, Assurance / Snr 2008 Lecturer Dr. Francis Mainoo Sarpong PhD Phytochemistry, KNUST, Snr Lecturer 2012 Dr. Emmanuel Omari-Siaw PhD (Clinical Laboratory Snr Lecturer Diagnostics), Jiangsu University, China, 2016 Mrs. Akua Afriyie Abruquah MSc. (Med. Microbiol.), Snr Lecturer Notingham, UK, 2007 Paul S. Lambon MPhil Pharmaceutics, KNUST, Laboratory 2013, Manager/ Lecturer Mrs. Grace Frimpong MPharm Pharmaceutics, KNUST, Lecturer 2007 Kingsley E. Darkwah MSc. Pharm. Anal., KNUST, 2006 Lecturer Daniel Solaga PG. Dip. Ind. Mgt, KNUST, 1991, Lecturer BPharm Sylvester Addai-Arhin MPhil. Analytical Chemistry, Lecturer KNUST, Kumasi, 2016. (ii) Part Time Lecturers Eric Tuffour MPhil Pharmaceutics KNUST, 2013 Lecturer Edmund Adjei Boadu MSc Clinical Pharmacy, KNUST, Lecturer 2014 (iii) Non-Technical Staff Jacob Amonoo-Neizer BSc Biological Science, UCC, 2003 Senior Technician Seth Obiri-Yeboah* HND Science Laboratory Technician Technology, Accra Polytechnic, 2009 *On study leave

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 97 Staff Development Currently three (3) staff members are pursuing further studies as detailed in Table 3. Table 3: Staff members pursuing further studies. Name Programme and Institution and Expected Year Field of Study Country of Completion Mrs. Akua Afriyie PhD Clinical KNUST, Ghana 2018 Abruquah Pharmacology Mrs. Grace Frimpong PhD Pharmaceutics KNUST, Ghana 2018 Seth Obiri Yeboah BSc Biochemistry KNUST, Kumasi 2018 Activities and Events

Outreach Programmes / Extension Services Staff members continue to give education on safe use and proper handling of medicines to their local communities, churches and other organized groups.

Challenges The Department faces several challenges. These include limited number of teaching aids, inadequate equipment and insufficient reagents to enhance teaching and research. This has stalled a lot of would-be research work in the Department. The increasing student numbers is also a challenge for the Department as the present facilities do not commensurate with the increase.

Future Plan The Department intends to run anMT ech programme in Pharmaceutical Sciences.

Activities of Academic Staff

Research The level of research activities in the Department is quite encouraging despite the numerous challenges. Researches have been conducted (or are being conducted) in the following areas: • Determination of sulphites in some fruit drinks and wines on the local market, • Pharmaceutical analysis of locally manufactured and imported products for content validation and efficacy, • Screening for the Phytochemical Constituents and Antioxidant properties of various herbal products on the Ghanaian Market, and

98 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University • Investigation of the potential antibiofilm and antimicrobial activities of some medicinal plants.

Publications • Osei-Djarbeng S.N. (2017) Useful Side Effects ofS ome Medicines. Bioequiv & Bioavailab Int J, 1(3): 1-3. • Osei-Djarbeng S.N. (2017) Are We at the End of the Antimicrobial Era? ARC Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 3(1); 5-6. • Zhang, H., Xu, W., Omari-Siaw, E., Liu, Y., Chen, B., Chen, D., & Xu, X. (2017). Redox-responsive PEGylated self-assembled prodrug-nanoparticles formed by single disulfide bond bridge periplocymarin-vitaminE conjugate for liver cancer chemotherapy. Drug delivery, 24(1), 1170-1178. • Gu, Z., Shi, X., Omari-Siaw, E., Zhu, Y., Li, H., Guo, M., ... & Xu, X. (2017). Self-microemulsifying sustained-release pellet of Ginkgo biloba extract: Preparation, in vitro drug release and pharmacokinetics study in beagle dogs. Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology, 37, 184-193.

Conferences, Workshop & Seminars Members of staff who are pharmacists continue to benefit from the Continuing Professional Education (CPE) programmes organized by the Pharmaceutical Society of Ghana (PSGh) and the Pharmacy Council. In addition, staff benefit from Conferences and Annual General Meetings (AGMs) organized by the PSGh. The recent one was held at the Great Hall of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology in Kumasi in the Ashanti Region of Ghana between 1st – 6th August, 2017, under the theme “Harnessing Opportunities in Pharmacy for National Economic Development”, which was attended by almost all the lecturers in the Department.

DEPARTMENT OF LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY

Introduction The Department of Laboratory Technology which was established in 2011 runs two programmes, namely, Higher National Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology and Higher National Diploma in Science and Industrial Laboratory Technology. Accreditation was given by the National Accreditation Board (NAB) and the first batch of students enrolled in 2014.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 99 Vision To become a centre of excellence in training qualified and competent professionals who can easily meet the needs of current trends in the state of the art Laboratories as medical laboratory technicians, research assistants, quality control officers and laboratory equipment and consumables marketing agents.

Objectives The main objective of the programs is to provide the students with comprehensive knowledge and understanding of scientific laboratory technology practices. The specific objectives are to: • Train skilled laboratory technicians to carry out medical laboratory tests, experiments and analyses to assist in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of diseases; • Equip the students with the necessary knowledge and skills in the use and maintenance of modern laboratory equipment; • Work in and/or manage laboratories of educational institutions and science based industries; • Manage quality control and product development units in industries.

Student Population The Department has three hundred and forty-seven (347) students. Details are as found in Table 2. Table 1: Student Population Programmeme Year Male Female Total I 56 22 78 Medical Lab. Technology II 60 14 74 III 65 16 81 I 26 13 39 Science & Industrial Lab. II 31 13 44 Technology III 23 8 31 Total 261 86 347 Staffing The Department has seven (7) full-time lecturers. Details are found in the Table 2.

100 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Table 2: Staffing Name Qualifications Position/Rank Amina Abubakari MSc Clinical Microbiology, KNUST, HOD/ Snr. Kumasi 2006, Lecturer Dr. David Azanu PhD (Analytical Chemistry), 2016, Lecturer KNUST, Kumasi Charles Ayensu Okai M.Sc. (Pharm. Anal.& Quality Lecturer Control), KNUST Kumasi, 2007 Mrs Olivia Opoku Asare MPhil Chem. Path., KNUST, 2010, Lecturer Mrs Afua Afreh Mantey MSc Biotechnology, KNUST, 2006. Lecturer Christopher Acquah MSc Analytical Chemistry, KNUST, Lecturer 2010. Bempah Opoku MSc Clinical Microbiology, KNUST, Lecturer 2013 Part-time teaching staff Name Qualifications Position/Rank Dr. Isaac Okai PhD Human Anatomy, Dalian Medical Snr Lecturer University, China, 2013 Dr. Samuel Asamoah PhD Immunology KNUST, 2012 Snr Lecturer Sakyi David Ntiamoah Ofosu MSc. Molecular Haematology, Lecturer University of Westminster, UK, 2013 Jemimah Aggrey Appiah MPhil. Pharmacology, 2015, KNUST, Lecturer Kumasi Yaa Adomah Aseidu MSc. Analytical Chemistry, KNUST, Lecturer 2007 Solomon Wireko MPhil Clinical Microbiology, KNUST, Lecturer 2015 Helena Owusu-Asante MPhil Chemical Pathology, KNUST, Lecturer 2013 Rev. Ekow Wartamberg- M.A Professional Counselling, Lecturer Jackson Amberton University, USA, 2010 Mrs. Diana Abena Ajaloo MPhil Health Education & Promotion, Lecturer KNUST, 2009 Richard Kojo Kumi MSc. Pharm. Analysis & Quality Lecturer Control KNUST, 2010 Kwabena Asante-Adjei MPhil. Infection and Global Health, Lecturer 2012, university of Liverpool, UK.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 101 iii) Technicians Linda Opponbea Amoani BSc Science Laboratory Technology, Snr Technician UCC, 2010 Mrs Abena Kyeraa BSc Medical Laboratory Technology, Snr Technician Sarpong KNUST, 2015 Herbert Ekoe Dankluvi BSc Medical Laboratory Technology, Snr Technician Garden City University College, 2016 Staff Development and Recruitment The following members of staff are pursuing PhD programmes (Table 3). Table 3: Staff members pursuing further studies Name Programme and Institution and Expected Year Field of Study Country of Completion Charles Ayensu Okai PhD Analytical Universitat Rostock, 2019 Chemistry Germany Amina Abubakari PhD Microbiology KNUST, Kumasi 2018 Mrs. Afua Afreh PhD Biochemistry KNUST, Kumasi 2018 Mantey Mrs. Olivia Poku PhD Chemical KNUST, Kumasi 2018 Asare Pathology Challenge • Inadequate Lecturers and Technicians • Inadequate laboratories and Laboratory equipment.

Future Plans The Department plans to run the following programmes: • BTech Medical Laboratory Technology • BTech Science and Industrial Laboratory Technology • BTech Industrial Biochemistry • BTech Physiotherapy

Activities of Academic Staff

Publications • Wireko S., Abubakari A and Opoku B (2017). In vitro Activities of Antimicrobial Agents against Uropathogenic Isolates at Brong Ahafo Regional Hospital, Ghana. Int.J.Curr.Microbiol.App.Sci. 6(5): 193-201.

102 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University • Brenya R., Opoku B., Abubakari A and Wireko S (2017). Influence ofH ousing Design and Urbanization on Malaria Transmission in some Communities in Ashanti Region, Ghana, International Journal of Scientific Engineering and Applied Science (IJSEAS), 4(3):132-144. • Olivia Poku Asare, Kwasi Poku Asare, Owiredu W.K.B.A., Lawrence Quaye and Afuah Afreh Mantey (2017). The prevalence of metabolic syndrome in Ghanaian Psychiatrc Patients on Antipsychotic (first versus secon generation) Treatment in the Kumasi Metropoli. Journal of Health, Medicine and Nursing. IISTE. Vol. 42: 2422-8419. • Amoabeng B. W., Asare P.K., Asare O. P., Moachiah M.B., Adama I., Fening K.O and Gurr G.M (2017). Pesticides Use and Misuse in Cabbage Brassica Oleraceae var. Capitata L. (Cruciferae) Production in Ghana: The influence of farmer education and training. Journalof Agriculture and Ecology International, 10 (1):1-9. • Darko, G., Ansah, E., Faanu, A., Azanu, D., Darko, E. O., and Emi-Reynolds, G. (2017). Natural radioactivity and heavy metal concentrations in reservoirs. Pollution, 3(2): 225-241.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 103 PROFILE OF THE FACULTY OF CREATIVE ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY

Introduction The Faculty of Creative Arts and Technology was established in 2011 to promote studies and research in the Creative Arts, Media and Technology. Since the Creative Industries are increasingly becoming important to economic growth, it is necessary that new programmes are introduced to reflect current trends. Therefore efforts have been made to mount more demand-driven programmes in line with the vision of the Technical University. In line with that mandate HND Graphic Design, HND Fashion and Textiles Marketing and HND Industrial Painting and Technology Curricular were developed by the Faculty, and are at various stages of accreditation. Departments and programmes in the Faculty as displayed in Table 1. Table 1: Existing programmes in the Faculty Departments HND BTech Top Up BTech (4yrs) Fashion Design and Existing - - Textiles Studies Fashion Design & - Existing Awaiting Modelling Accreditation Textiles Design and - - Awaiting Technology Accreditation Graphics Design Awaiting - Awaiting Accreditation Accreditation Vision To be a centre of excellence in creative arts and technology education and training in skills and competencies for the world of work.

Mission Providing a motivating environment for teaching, research, skills and entrepreneurship training in creative arts and industry.

Management of the Faculty The Faculty is headed by a Dean, Rev (Dr) Timothy Crentsil, who is assisted by an Assistant Registrar and an Administrative Assistant (Table 1).

104 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Table 2: Staff of the Dean’s Office Name Qualification Position/Rank Rev. (Dr.) Timothy PhD Art Education, KNUST, Dean / Snr. Lecturer Crentsil 2015 Fidelis Sunzuoye, MBA-Finance ( OUM, Assistant Registrar FRM Malaysia 2013) Certified Financial Risk Manager (GARP- USA, 2014) Comfort Osei Bonsu BSc. M’gt Studies- UCC – 2013 Snr Administrative Assistant Student Population The Student population for the year 2016/2017 stands at six hundred and forty- nine (649) as shown in Table 3. Table 3: Student Population Programme Male Female Total HND 1 53 77 130 HND 2 40 78 118 HND 3 35 70 105 BTech 1 6 4 10 BTech 2 1 1 2 Diploma 1 71 116 187 Diploma 2 30 67 97 Total 236 413 649 Staffing The Faculty has thirteen (13) full time teaching staff, four (4) of whom are Senior lecturers. Three (3) of the academic staff members hold a terminal degree (PhD). Table 4 shows the staff population of the Faculty. Table 4: Staffing Fashion Industrial Graphic Category Design and Painting and Total Design Textiles Technology Full-Time Lecturers 10 3 - 13 Part-Time Lecturers - - - - Servicing Lecturers 4 - - 4 Technicians 6 - - 6 Administrative staff 2 - - 2

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 105 Promotion, Recruitment and Staff Development • One (1) senior member has been offered scholarship to pursue aP hD programme in Art Education (with specialization in design and illustration for fashion) at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology. Another staff member is making sturdy progress on his PhD programme in Art and Culture at the University of Education, Winneba Campus. • Efforts are being made to sponsor additional staff to pursueP hD and Researched Master's Degree programmes. Table 5 shows number of staff pursuing further studies. Table 5: Number of staff members pursuing further studies Department PhD Fashion Design and Textiles Studies 1 Graphic Desigh 1 Collaborations • On the 12th and 13th of January 2018, a collaborative visit was made to Takoradi Technical University, Faculty of Applied Arts. The visit afforded the Dean of the Faculty of Creative Arts and Technology the opportunity to interact with the Dean and Faculty at Takoradi Technical University – Faculty of Applied Arts, best practices in teaching, research and administration in Higher Education. • On 28th November, 2017, the Faculty met and held discussions with Bryte Africa Fashion on possible areas of collaboration to improve the Fashion Design programme, especially in the areas of runway modelling and organisation of fashion shows. • The Faculty is collaborating with EQWiPHUBS (A Canadian Organisation) to train students in employment and work experience programmes, entrepreneurship incubation and peer exchanges. • The Faculty initiated collaboration with IFOK (a shoemaking firm) to embark on training programmes in leatherworks with staff and students of the Fashion and Textiles Studies Department. • The Faculty initiated collaboration with COTVET to engage informal sector workers for training through the COTVET Voucher System. The training programme will commence with Fashion Design and Sewing; others like hairdressing and cosmetology will be added in due course.

Achievements • The Faculty successfully organised the Annual Exhibition and Fashion Show titled fashionEXPRESSION 2018. For the second time running the models

106 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University were trained by a Modelling Agency (Starladin) owned and run by an alumnus. • The Faculty successfully introduced demand driven programmes that have greatly increased the student population and numbers to approximately Six Hundred and Fifty (650).

Challenges Some challenges confronting the Faculty are: • Obtaining space, equipment and facilities for teaching and learning in new Creative Art Disciplines. • Obtaining current books, journals and library resources to facilitate, research, teaching and learning.

Future Plans • The Faculty intends to introduce new departments and demand driven programmes at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The priority currently is to secure approval from regulatory bodies to kick start its Graphic Design programme. • In the long term, the Faculty envisions having the full complement of all Creative Art Programmes. These programmes will be run at the Higher Diploma (HD), Bachelor of Technology (BTech) and Master of Technology (MTech) levels. • Convert all programmes within the Faculty into Competency-Based Training (CBT) model.

Activities and Events The Faculty undertook the following activities and events during the year: • Hosted the Ghana Copyright Administration – Ashanti, to present a seminar on protection of intellectual property at the New Great Hall on 9th April 2018. The seminar coincided with the launch of fashionEXPRESSION 2018. • Participated in the Launch and related workshops of the Partnership for Applied Sciences Project (PASS) at Cape Coast Technical University from 22nd – 26th January 2018. This was a collaborative programme involving Kumasi Technical University, selected German Universities of Applied Science supported by the German Government (DAAD) and other Ghanaian Universities. • Participated in CBT Programme Development and Green Campus Concept Workshops as part of the PASS project which took place at the Council Chamber of the Kumasi Technical University from 6th -10th November 2017.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 107 Another PASS workshop which took place from 9th -12th October 2017 was attended by the Dean and selected staff of theF aculty. • Inaugurated HIFAS IDCE Division at the SRC Conference Room to address part-time students’ concerns on the 22nd of November 2017. • Launch of Clean Environment Campaign at the Faculty on 24th November 2017, during which the Dean commissioned newly acquired peddle operated dustbins (donated by HIFAS) for use by staff and students of theF aculty. • At the start of the 2017/2018 academic year the Faculty instituted a once a week dress code for students to instill decent dressing and grooming in students. The Friday Wear Concept was also enforced to encourage use of made in Ghana clothing and promote the fashion and textiles industry in Ghana. • All staff of theF aculty embarked on an academic retreat from the 14th -16th February 2018 for BTech Programmes Writing Workshop at the Mckeon Hotel, Kumasi. • In order to ensure students’ compliance to semester registrations, the Faculty carried out a students’ registration audit for the first and second semesters of the 2017/2018 academic year on the 26th -31st October 2017 and 3rd -17th April 2018 respectively. • The Dean and Heads of Department of the Faculty participated in a day’s workshop organized by the Ghana Skills Development Initiative (GSDI) III which is a collaboration between the Government of Ghana (represented by COTVET) and GIZ of the German Government on 5th June 2018. • Dean of Faculty served as Guest Speaker at the 11th Graduation Ceremony of OYSKA Technical Institute, Kumasi (accredited by COTVET) on the theme; “Technical Education-Empowering People” on the 25th May 2018. • The Dean and a Select team from COTVET observed WorldSkills Competition 2017 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates from the 13th -20th of October 2017. • Deans of the Faculty of Engineering and Creative Arts and Technology were nominated by the University to attend the National Conference on Technical and Vocational Education held at Capital View Hotel in Koforidua from the 13th-16th March 2018. The conference was organized by the Ministry of Education under the distinguished patronage of H.E. Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo Addo (President of Ghana).

108 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University DEPARTMENT OF FASHION DESIGN AND TEXTILES

Introduction The Department of Fashion Design and Textiles Studies is the primary Department from which the Faculty of Creative Arts and Technology emerged in 2011. In 2013, the flagship programme,BT ech Fashion Design and Modeling was introduced. The BTech Fashion Design and Modeling is a Three-Semester Top-Up Programme introduced to help HND Fashion and Textiles graduates have a pathway to upgrade their knowledge, skills and competencies to the degree level. Diploma in Fashion Design and Textiles commenced two years ago. The programme was targeted at Senior High School graduates who were unable to make the grades that qualify them to pursue HND. The first batch of Diploma students graduated last academic year. The Department is collaborating with the Institute of Distance Learning and Continuing Education (IDCE) of the University to provide progression for Diploma in Fashion and Textiles graduates by introducing a Higher Diploma next academic year.

Vision To be a centre of excellence in fashion design, modelling, textiles and garment education and related industries.

Objectives The Department’s goal is to prepare students for meaningful employment and job creation in fashion, textiles and related industries to make the country self- reliant. It is intended that the programmes will achieve, among other things the following objectives: • Provide integrated academic and liberal studies in various forms to meet the varying needs of students and society. • Develop broad Creative Technical Education and Training in Fashion Design and Textiles. • Develop adequate practical, entrepreneurial skills and training to enable graduates to participate fully in the social and economic development of the nation. • Promote the study of local and international fashion and textiles as appropriate for integration into the economy of Ghana. • Provide opportunities for supervised industrial practice (through attachments and visits) that are pertinent to the students’ field of study and professional careers.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 109 Student Population Student population for the year 2017/2018 stands at 649 as in Table 1: Table 1: Student Population Programme Male Female Total HND 1 53 77 130 HND 2 40 78 118 HND 3 35 70 105 BTech 1 6 4 10 BTech 2 1 1 2 Diploma 1 71 116 187 Diploma 2 30 67 97 Total 236 413 649 Staffing The Department has a staff strength of sixteen (16). Details are in Table two (2). Table 2: Staffing Name Qualification Position /Rank Dr Michael Obeng Nyarko PhD Arts and Culture, UEW, 2016 HOD/Snr Lecturer Rev (Dr.) Timothy Crentsil PhD Art Education, KNUST, 2015 Dean/Snr Lecturer Thomas Obeng Asare MFA Textiles Design, KNUST, 2011 Snr Lecturer Theresa Mortty – Bayuko M.A. Art Educ, KNUST, 2008 Lecturer (Mrs) Abena Okyerewa Siaw M.A. Art Educ, KNUST, 2009 Lecturer Yvonne Asamoah M.Ed Home Econs, UEW, 2008 Lecturer Peggy M. A. Howard MTech Ed Fash. Design & Textiles, Lecturer UEW, Kumasi, 2011 Solomon Ayesu Marfo MFA Textiles Design, KNUST, 2015 Lecturer Maud Schall M.Tech Fashion and Textiles, UEW, Lecturer Winneba, 2012 Mohammed Ibrahim MTech. Fashion and Textiles Educ. Lecturer UEW, 2016 Diana Oppong BSc Fashion and Textiles Design Snr Technician Educ., UEW, 2014 Seini Yussif Abdul-Razak BSc Fashion and Textiles Educ., UEW, Snr Technician 2016

110 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Name Qualification Position /Rank Agnes Annan Adjei (Mrs) HND Fashion and Textiles, Kumasi Snr Technician Polytechnic, 2010 Ama Timpabi HND Fashion and Textiles, Snr Technician Kumasi Polytechnic, 2010 Rowena Fatchu B.A Arts Textiles, KNUST Snr Technician Priscilla Kobeh Diploma in Cosmetology Technician Promotion, Recruitment and Staff Development Mr. Thomas Obeng Asare is pursuing PhD Art and Culture programme at the University of Education Winneba.

Activities and Events • The Department organized the 2017/18 Exhibitions and Fashion Show dubbed fashionEXPRESSION 2018 to allow HND Three Fashion Design and Textiles students to showcase their final collections to the general public at theN ew Great Hall of the University from 5th -13th May 2018. The programme was heralded by a teaser event, ‘Atmosphere of Art’ to create awareness and to publicize the programme. • To ensure that the department sets the pace in good grooming and decent appearance a dress code was instituted and time table was drawn for the various classes and year groups. • The Department continues to perform numerous services within and outside the University. Some are catalogued below: • Decoration services for congregations, matriculations, inauguration ceremonies and other official functions of the University. • Provides expertise for the organisation of exhibitions and shows • Training and grooming of professional models for the Fashion and Textiles Industry. • Meeting the clothing and textiles needs of the University community and surrounding communities through its Production Unit. • Staff and students of theD epartment participated in National Skills Exhibition to mark World Youth Skills Day under the theme; “Skills Development to Improve Youth Employment” This was initiated by the Council for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (COTVET) and hosted by Kumasi Technical University from 13th - 15th July, 2017. The Department organized drawing and make-up competitions as side attraction to the event. • Some selected staff of theD epartment participated in Industrial Empowerment Summit on the theme: Growing from Repairs and Maintenance to Creative Product Designing Perfect Finishing – the Role

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 111 of Education Stakeholders and Local Authorities to the One District One Factory Initiative form the 14th -18th August 2017. • The Head of Department and some selected staff of theD epartment participated in Competency-Based Training (CBT) Sensitization Workshop held on 21st March, 2018 at the Council Chamber, Kumasi Technical University • The Head of Department was invited as a speaker at Youth Seminar on Trade Usefulness on the theme Career Progression Opportunities for Vocational Graduates at Opportunity Industrialization Centre (OIC), Kumasi, on 25th April, 2018. • The Head of Department and other heads from the Faculty participated in Ghana Skills Development Initiative (GSDI) III Workshop held at the Council Chamber on the 6th of June, 2018. • Staff of the Department participated in Assessment and Text Writing Workshop held from 12th – 13th September 2017 at the Council Chamber of Kumasi Technical University.

Challenge The Department has a challenge of inadequate space and facilities for teaching and learning.

Future Plans The Department has submitted a 4-yearBT ech curriculum in Fashion Design and Modeling to the regulating bodies awaiting accreditation. The department is also designing curriculum for 4-year BTech in Fashion and Textiles Marketing. The Department hopes to: • Establish a Clothing Technology Centre, which will serve as a resources centre for garment production. There are also plans to develop new programmes in these areas; Cosmetology, Home Decor Craft (Soft Furnishings, Floral Art etc.), Art of Creative Millinery and Accessories. • Establish a Modeling Agency to promote professional fashion in Ghana. • Institutionalize a celebration of an Annual Fashion Week to depict both traditional and contemporary fashion to promote and preserve the Ghanaian culture.

Activities of Academic Staff

Publications • Asare, T. O. Narh-Korley, E., Ahiabor, R. (2018). Client Deadline Approach in the Clothing and Textiles Industries in Ghana: A Study of Kumasi Metropolis.

112 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University The International Journal of Humanities & Social Studies (ISSN 2321 - 9203). Vol 6 Issue 2 (255-264). • Ibrahim Mohammed. (2018). Concept of Islam in Fashion. International Journal of Science and Research – IJSR, Volume 7 Issue 2. • Ibrahim, A. F., Asare, T. O., Asare, D. K. (2017). Clothing Purchasing Decision Practices of Ghanaian Homemakers: A Case Study of the Shama District of Western Region, Ghana. International Journal of Management and Commerce Innovations. Vol. 4, Issue 2, pp: (158-171).

DEPARTMENT OF GRAPHIC DESIGN

Introduction The Graphic Design Department emanated from the present Design Course component of the Fashion and Textiles Programme. It was developed to train students in the Graphic skills of Figure Drawing, Computer Aided Design, Basic Design, Pattern Drafting and Development within the HND Fashion Programme. The Department was established to meet the ever growing needs and demands for skilled and competency in human resource in the Graphic Communications Industry and practical training components of higher education. The programmes shall include Diploma, HND and BTech. The Programme comprises modules in print media, electronic and multimedia studies, including various Computer Aided Design software, Photography, Advertising Design, Communication and Desktop Publishing. A significant landmark has been achieved with the completion of the Department’s computer laboratory to kick start its HND Graphic Design programme next academic year. Other programmes in the pipeline are Diploma in Graphic Design and Four (4) year BTech Graphic Design.

Vision To be a centre of excellent in Graphic Communication and Design skills and competencies for the world of work.

Objectives • To train professionals with skills, competencies and knowledge in Graphic Communication to job standards • To provide competent human resource at the highest levels of qualification and to mentor students in intellectual and analytical skills and creative self- development.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 113 • To give students opportunities for practical and hands-on training in skills and competencies in industry and the world of work through collaborative and demand-driven placement supervision. • To prepare students in entrepreneurial know-how for job creation and self- employment in their chosen professions.

Students Population Currently, Graphic Design has no students. However, lecturers of the Department handle design courses in the Diploma, HND and BTech Fashion Design and Textiles programmes.

Staffing The Department has three (3) full time lecturers as shown in table 1. Table 1: Staffing Name Qualification Position/Rank Ezekiel Narh-Korley MPhil Art Education, KNUST, 2006 Coordinator / Lecturer Dr. Michael Ato Essuman PhD Art Education, KNUST, 2011 Dean of Student / Snr Lecturer Emmanuel Amos M.A. Art Educ., KNUST, 2014 Lecturer Promotion, Recruitment and Staff Development The Department is in the process of recruiting additional staff in various Graphic Design disciplines at the higher degree levels (Master’s Degree and PhD). In line with this exercise, three (3) applicants have been shortlisted and interviewed awaiting employment. Mr. Emmanuel Amos has been offered scholarship to pursue a PhD programme in Art Education (with specialization in design and illustration) at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology. Challenge • Inadequate office and lecture space for administrative and teaching purposes. • Slow pace of work on photographic studio and other facilities for practical work. Future Plans The Department intends to: • Expand the scope of programmes and specializations in response to demands of industry;

114 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University • Establish a printing house and start commercial production in the University • Enter into collaboration with foreign educational institutions for the establishment of cutting-edge programmes for new era technology in the industry • Collaborate with the Graphic Design industry to establish a Design Centre of Excellence for research in Graphic Design. Activities of Academic Staff

Publication Asare, T. O. Narh-Korley, E., Ahiabor, R. (2018). Client Deadline Approach in the Clothing and Textiles Industries in Ghana: A Study of Kumasi Metropolis. The International Journal of Humanities & Social Studies (ISSN 2321 - 9203). Vol 6 Issue 2 (255-264).

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 115 PROFILE OF THE INSTITUTE OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT

Introduction The Institute for Entrepreneurship and Enterprise Development IEED( ) was created in 2007. The IEED which is now an autonomous Institute within the University was developed from Entrepreneurship course taken by all HND students. The department has since been producing students some of whom have established their own businesses. The Institute has two (2) academic departments that run two programmes as shown in Table 1. The Institute also has a Consultancy and Business Incubation Centre (CBIC). Table 1: Existing Programmes in the Institute Department Programmes HND BTech (Top up) BTech (4 yr) Entrepreneurship Entrepreneurship Awaiting Existing Existing and Finance and Finance Accreditation Agropreneurship Agribusiness and Awaiting Existing - Entrepreneurship Accreditation Vision To be a leader in raising graduate entrepreneurs and intrapreneurs for the socio- economic development of Ghana.

Mission Training graduate entrepreneurs and intrapreneurs who will create innovative business ventures, provide employment for others and generate wealth for themselves and the society at large.

Management of the Institute The Institute is headed by a Director and assisted by a Deputy Director with the support of an Assistant Registrar. (Table 2). Table 2: Management Staff of the Institute Name Qualification Position/Rank Prof. Alexander PhD (Marketing) Director /Associate Ayogyam Business School of Costa Rica,2012 Professor Dr. Solomon PhD (Innovation & Entrepreneurship), Deputy Director / Kwarteng University of Electronic Science and Snr Lecturer Forkuoh Technology of China,2012

116 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Maura Boansi MBA Management & Organizational Assistant Registrar Duffour Development, KNUST, 2014 Student Population The total population of students in the Institute is One Hundred and twenty five (125), as indicated in Table 3. Table 3: Student Population Programme Male Female Total Entrepreneurship and Finance 63 30 93 Agribusiness and Entrepreneurship 22 7 29 Consultancy and Business - 3 3 Incubation Centre Total 85 40 125

Staffing The Institute has seventeen (17) full-time lectures. Five (5) of these lecturers are PhD holders. There are two (2) Associate Professors and nine (9) Senior Lecturers, as indicated in (Table 4). Table 4: Staffing Category Entrepreneurship Agropreneurship Consultancy Total and Finance and Business Incubation Centre Full-Time 11 3 3 17 Lecturers Servicing 2 1 - 3 Lecturers Administrative 2 - -- 2 staff Promotion, Recruitment and Staff Development Currently, ten (10) members of staff are pursuing doctorate degrees (Table 5). Table 5: Members of staff pursuing further studies Department PhD Masters Entrepreneurship and Finance 7 1 Agribusiness and Entrepreneurship 1 Consultancy and Business Incubation Centre 2

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 117 Collaborations The Institute still collaborates with the following organizations: • Kumah Farms Complex • MenaAdoma Farms • Akate Farms & Trading Co. Ltd • Topman Farms Ltd • Multinak • Bemcom Youth Enterprises Skills Training Center • Rural Enterprise Programme • Venture Capital

Challenges Some of the challenges the Institute faces are: • Inadequate funding for students’ businesses • Insufficient offices for staff of the various departments in theInstitute. • Inadequate space for incubation centres

Future Plans The Institute plans to: • Collect data on past students, and create a network to help those who need special counseling to establish their own businesses. • Solicit funds from some organisations such as National Entrepreneurship and Innovation Plan (NEIP), NGOs to organize seminars to upgrade the skills of those who are into their own business. • Continue to organize a fund raising dinner to support Students’ Venture Creation as a Revolving Fund in the Institute.

118 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University DEPARTMENT OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND FINANCE

Introduction The Entrepreneurship and Finance Department is one of the departments under the Institute of Entrepreneurship and Enterprise Development (IEED). It handles all Entrepreneurship education programmes which include: • BTech Entrepreneurship • HND Entrepreneurship and Finance

Vision To be a centre of excellence for equipping students with entrepreneurial acumen for job creation.

Objectives The objectives of the Department are to: • Reduce unemployment by inculcating students with entrepreneurial skills to start and run businesses. • Create linkages between students and the corporate world for hands-on training.

Student Population The student population of the Department stands at One Hundred and Thirteen (113) Details is in Table 1. Table 1: Student Population Class Male Female Total HND 1 19 6 25 HND 2 19 12 31 HND 3 25 12 37 BTech 1 10 0 10 BTech 2 10 0 10 TOTAL 83 30 113 Staffing The Department has ten (10) staff members. Table 2 shows the staff strength.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 119 Table 2: Staffing Name Qualification Position/Rank Dr. Solomon Kwarteng PhD Innovation & HOD /Snr. Lecturer Forkuoh Entrepreneurship, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, China, 2016 Prof. Alexander Ayogyam PhD Marketing, Business School of Director (IEED) / Costa Rica, 2011 Associate Professor Prof. Gabriel Dwomoh PhD Human Resource Management, Director (IRID)/ Business School of Costa Rica, 2012 Associate Professor Dr. Joseph Yensu PhD Finance, Southampton Deputy Director, University, UK, 2014 IAIL / Snr Lecturer Dr Abraham Osei PhDInnovation & Entrepreneurship, Snr Lecturer University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, China, 2017 Dr Charles Akomea PhD (Management), Business School Snr Lecturer Bonsu of Costa Rica, 2015 Anthony Kusi MSc Economics, University of Snr Lecturer NAT & International Economics, Bulgaria, 1991 Eric Edwin Owusu * MBA Strategic & Consultancy Snr Lecturer Management, Paris School of Management , France, 2008 Edmond Oppong- MSc Development Planning and Lecturer Peprah* Management, KNUST, 2007 William Ansah Appienti* MSc Economics and Public Policy, Lecturer University of Hull, 2005 Mrs. Lydia Asare-Kyire* MSc Development Policy Planning, Lecturer KNUST, 2008 Mrs. Priscilla Boaitey BA Mgt Studies, University of Cape Senior Coast, Ghana, 2016 Administrative Assistant * On Study leave Staff Development and Recruitment Currently four (4) staff members are pursuing PhD programmes (Table 3).

120 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Table 3: Members of staff pursuing further studies Name Programme and Institution and Expected Year Field of Study Country of Completion William Ansah PhD Management University of Electronic 2018 Appienti Science & Engineering Science and Technology of China, China Mrs Lydia PhD Management University of Electronic 2018 Asare Kyire Science & Engineering Science and Technology of China, China Priscilla MBA Human Resource Valley View University, 2018 Boaitey Management Ghana Edmond PhD Engineering University of 2018 Oppong Peprah Management Johannesburg, South Africa

Activities and Events

Outreach Programmemes/Extension Services In an attempt to increase student intake, the Department engaged in radio advertisements and also embarked on an outreach programme (mobile / on the spot admission) at Kuntenase in Bosomtwe District, Trabuom, Nkawie, Toase, and Jachie Pramso. Specifically, the Department visited St. Georges Senior High School, Kuntanse; Afia Kobi Senior High School, Trabuom; Osei Tutu Senor High School, Kumasi; Nkawie Senior High School, Nkawie; Toase Senior High School, Toase; Mpasatia Senior High School, Toase; Jachie Pramso Senior High, School, Jachie. The Department collaborated with: • African-German Entrepreneurship Academy (AGEA). • EQWiPHUBS to construct an incubation centre for students' businesses.

Challenges • Inadequate office space for lecturers • Inadequate space to establish incubation centres • Lack of transportation to convey student to their business and consulting centres.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 121 Future Plans The department intends to: • Run BTech Entrepreneurship and Finance (CBT based) • Run BTech Small Business Management(CBT based) • Continue to raise funds from individuals, especially, entrepreneurs and corporate bodies for the construction of structures to help the running of students’ Ventures at its new site at Piase in the Bosomtwe District in the Ashanti Region.

DEPARTMENT OF AGROPRENEURSHIP

Introduction The Agropreneurship Department of the Institute of Entrepreneurship and Enterprise Development was established in 2012. The department currently runs two programmes, HND Agribusiness and Entrepreneurship; and (ii) a Diploma in Agribusiness and Finance, which is run in collaboration with the Institute of Distance Education, IDCE. The HND programme commenced in the 2016/17 academic year while the Diploma program has been running for the past four years. These programs have been designed to transform agricultural education in Ghana and strategically position students with the capacity to establish their own agribusinesses and also act as intrapreneurs in the organizations they may work with.

Vision To be a centre of excellence for training highly skilled agribusiness graduates and professionals.

Objectives The main objective of the establishment of the department is to produce graduates who have been adequately exposed to both theoretical and practical agribusiness and postharvest technology knowledge sufficient to become agribusiness entrepreneurs. The programme has the following specific objectives: • To train and produce graduates with in-depth theoretical and practical knowledge in general agriculture as a field of study. • To train young graduates to develop a positive mind set and business orientation that can transform agricultural practice in Ghana. • To equip graduates with requisite entrepreneurial skills needed to establish and manage a new agribusiness venture.

122 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University • To help graduates examine the proper use of scarce resources for the betterment of the organization they will work for. • To offer demand driven agribusiness consultancy services to agribusiness enterprises, farmer based organizations, agriculture cooperatives, etc.

Student Population There are currently a total of twenty-nine (29) students studyingHND Agribusiness and Entrepreneurship programme as shown in Table 1. Table 1: Student Population Class Male Female Total HND 1 8 3 11 HND 2 14 4 18 TOTAL 22 7 29 Staffing The department has three (3) lecturers; details are found in Table 1. Table 1: Staffing Name Qualification Postion/Rank Opoku Mensah Stephen MPhil. Agribusiness, University HOD / Snr. Lecturer of Ghana, Ghana, 2007 Kwame Zu Seyram MPhil. Post-Harvest Technology, Snr. Lecturer Anthony University of Ghana, Ghana, 2010 Dr Margaret Aba Sam PhD. Meat Science, Kwame Lecturer Hagan Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, 2017 Staff Development and Recruitment Mr Stephen Opoku Mensah is pursuing a PhD in Agribusiness at University of Ghana, Legon. He is expected to complete in 2018. The department would need to recruit at least two more staff to augment the current staff strength to meet the expected increase in credit hours as from the 2018/19 academic year.

Activities and Events • The department is still awaiting the approval of the 4-Year Bachelor of Technology (BTech) syllabus in Agribusiness and Entrepreneurship programme from National Accreditation Board. • The department has signed a MoU with MBC – Africa, an international NGO, to collaborate and work on a number of agribusiness related programmes

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 123 including training for the youth, capacity building of agribusiness entrepreneurs, agribusiness projects, etc. • The department is working feverishly to get a 5-acre plot at Piase to be allocated exclusively for practical training. A proposal has been submitted to the Works and Physical Development office for technical advice and other services.

Challenges The Department has a number of challenges. These include: • The need to recruit additional staff, especially now that the HND Agribusiness and Entrepreneurship programme has commenced. • Urgent need to develop training facilities and sites for practical lessons for the HND and Diploma students. This is because practical lessons are an integral and critical component of the training programme. • The need for management to urgently release funds for the establishment and development of the practical training sites and also recruit a farm manager or field assistant who will assist students in practical training as well as manage the facilities.

Future Plans The Agropreneurship department has a number of plans designed to fulfil its mandate both to the University and the community as a whole. A summary of proposed plans include the following: • Dialoguing with management of Kumasi Technical University to release funds for the establishment of practical training fields for students at the Piase site. • Establishing commercial agribusiness projects that will generate income for the department, the School and also serve as practical training sites and generate income for the University. • Delivering agribusiness consultancy services in collaboration with both public and private sector agencies. • Organizing periodic seminars for agribusiness entrepreneurs in and around the Ashanti Region. • Collaborating with industry and well-established agribusiness companies to commence with practical training programme and vacation attachment for students. This would be done through a memorandum of understanding (MOU) between the identified partners.

124 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University CONSULTANCY AND BUSINESS INCUBATION CENTRE

Introduction The Consultancy and Business Incubation Centre CBIC( ) was established to help train students, individuals, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and corporate bodies to render consultancy service and offer managerial advice. It also has the responsibility of supervising students’ consulting and new venture course in the Department.

Vision To be an international resource centre for business development and wealth creation.

Objectives The objectives of the centre is to: • Offer counseling to students who want to opt for self-employment after graduation; • Nurture startups who require training and facilities till they are ready to hatch out; • Offer door-to-door consultancy services to small scale enterprises and the business community as a whole; • Organise public lectures and educate the public on entrepreneurship and enterprise development. Staffing The Department has four (4) full-time lecturers. Table 1 shows the details. Table 1: Staffing Name Qualification Position/Rank Eric MBA - Strategic and Consultancy Management, HOD/ Snr Edwin Owusu* Paris Graduate School of Management, 2008 Lecturer Dr. Daniel PhD Industrial Economics, Wuhan Technical Deputy Director Ofori University, China, 2016 (IDCE) / Snr Lecturer Francis Boadu* Mphil. Strategic Management and Management Snr Lecturer Consulting, KNUST, Ghana, 2009 Thomas MSc Finance, University of Skovde, Sweden, 2006, Snr Lecturer Korankye* MSc International Fisheries Management, University of Tromsoe, Norway, 2008 *On study leave

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 125 Staff Development The Department embarks on staff development and currently three (3) staff members are pursuing PhD programme as shown in Table 2. Table 2: Members of staff pursuing further studies Name Programme and Institution and Expected Year Field of Study Country of Completion Francis Boadu PhD, Management University of Electronic 2021 Management Science & Technology of China (UESTC) Thomas PhD, Financial Texas Tech University, 2019 Korankye Planning USA Mr. Eric Edwin PhD, Entrepreneurial Business University of 2018 Owusu Management Costa Rica

Activities and Events An orientation was organized for students to expose them to all the rudiment of consulting and new venture project especially the second and third year students (both Entrepreneurship and Finance and Agropreneurship) who were then joining the exercise in the early part of the first semester.

On-Going Activities • Follow-up on efforts to market and linkCBIC to funding agencies. • The Centre is currently working to organize an Entrepreneurship Seminar for Old students (EFSAG) to upgrade their knowledge and skills especially those running their own businesses which will be followed by Fund Raising Dinner to mobilise funds for the students’ businesses. • The Centre is currently working on research project titled “The impact of consulting for small and medium scale enterprises module of the entrepreneurship and finance program of Kumasi Technical University”.

Challenge Office allocated to the centre is too small for effective work to generate income as expected of any service centre.

Future Plan The Centre plans to: • Put measures in place to collect data on our old students to help those who need special counselling to be able to establish their own businesses in the face of the increasing problem of graduate unemployment and also solicit funds from some organisations such as National Entrepreneurship and

126 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Innovation Plan (NEIP), NGOs to organize seminars to upgrade those who are into their own business. • Transform the Centre into income generation facility aside the monitoring of students’ activities through the rendering of consultancy services to the business community. • Have a well-equipped incubation centre to offer access to practical entrepreneurship training and demonstration to students. • Intensify the outreach program of the Institute for secondary schools to re- orient them about entrepreneurship and its related fields and its relevance to economic development.

Activities of Academic Staff

Publication Daniel Ofori, and George Asumadu, (2017), Foreign Direct Investment, Trade and Economic Growth in Ghana: An Empirical Analysis, International Research Journal of Finance and Economics ISSN 1450-2887 Issue 159 January, 2017

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 127 PROFILE OF THE INSTITUTE OF DISTANCE LEARNING AND CONTINUING EDUCATION

Introduction The Institute of Distance Learning and Continuing Education IDCE( ) was established in June 2011 to:. • Make it possible to reach students who cannot get to a college; • Lend itself to part-time education so that students are not taken out of the work place in order to study; • Allow economies, in part by avoiding the need for new buildings including housing for students. The Institute comprises four (4) divisions, namely: • Distance Learning Division • Parallel Programmes Division • Technician and Non-Tertiary Programmes Division • Continuous Professional Development Division The existing Divisions/Programmes are found in the Tables below. Table 1: Existing programmes (Distance Learning Division) Department Programme Diploma HND BTech BTech (Top-UP) (4Year) Distance Computerized Existing - - - Learning Accounting Division Accounting with Awaiting - Existing Existing Computing Accreditation Marketing Awaiting - Existing Accreditation Civil Engineering Awaiting - Existing Accreditation Electrical & Awaiting Electronic - Existing Accreditation Engineering Building Awaiting - Existing Technology Accreditation Applied Statistics Awaiting - Existing Accreditation Estate - Existing - - Management

128 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Fashion Design Awaiting - Existing and Modelling Accreditation Entrepreneurship Awaiting - Existing Accreditation

Table 2: Existing programmes (Parallel Programme Division) Department Programme HND BTech BTech (4 yr) (Parallel) (Top-Up) Parallel Accounting With Existing Awaiting Existing Programme Computing Accreditation Division Accountancy Existing Entrepreneurship Existing Awaiting Existing Accreditation Hotel Catering Existing & Institutional Management Marketing Existing Existing Awaiting Accreditation Secretaryship & Existing - - Management Studies Purchasing & Supply Existing Procurement Awaiting - Existing Management Accreditation Civil Engineering Awaiting - Existing Accreditation Chemical Engineering Awaiting - Existing Accreditation Electrical/Electronic Awaiting - Existing Engineering Accreditation Building Technology Awaiting - Existing Accreditation Estate Management Awaiting - Existing Accreditation Fashion Design and Awaiting - Existing Modelling Accreditation Applied Statistics Awaiting - Existing Accreditation

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 129 Table 3: Existing programmes (Technician & Non-Tertiary Programmes Division) Department Programme Diploma Technician Technician & Statistical Sciences Motor Vehicle 1 Non-Tertiary E-Marketing Motor Vehicle 2 Programmes Computerized Accounting Motor Vehicle 3 Division Procurement & Materials Management Mechanical Engineering 1 Banking Technology and Accounting Mechanical Engineering 2 Business Administration Mechanical Engineering 3 Information Technology Construction Technician Course 1 Web Application and Database Mgt. Construction Technician Course 2 Hardware and Networking Construction Technician Course 3 Library & Information Science Data Science Electrical/ Electronic Engineering Fashion Design & Textiles

Table 4: Existing programmes (Continuous Professional Development Division) Department Programme Continuous Professional Professional Diploma in Computerized Accounting Development Division Professional Diploma in E-Marketing Professional Diploma in Procurement Professional Diploma in Data Science Professional Diploma in Management Science Professional Diploma in Library & and Information Science

Vision To be a centre of excellence in the delivery of technical education and professional training in a formal and virtual environment.

Mission Providing opportunity for people to learn at a time, place or pace which satisfies their circumstances.

130 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Management of Institute The Institute is headed by a Director, who is assisted by a Deputy Director and an Assistant Registrar. This is shown on Table 5. Table 5: Management Staff of the Institute Name Qualifications Position/Rank Dr. Alfred PhD Management Science and Director/ Snr Lecturer Sarbah Engineering. University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, 2015 Dr. Daniel PhD Industrial Economics. Wuhan Deputy Director/ Head, Parallel Ofori University of Technology China, Programmes Division / Snr 2015 Lecturer Gilbert MBA Accounting, UCC - 2010 Head, Distance Learning Amoako Programmes / Lecturer Wilson MBA Marketing , KNUST - 2009 Head, Non-Tertiary/ Snr Nimsaah Lecturer Dr Ebenezer PhD Applied Mathematics, Head, Continuous Professional Bonyah* KNUST, 2014 Development Division/ Snr Lecturer Samuel MPhil (Business Administration, Head of Examinations, Parallel Atuahene Accounting), 2014 Programmes / Lecturer Mr. Johnson MPhil Economics , UCC 2010 Examination Officer, Addai- Asante Professional Programmes / Lecturer Miss Abena MFA, Textiles Design KNUST – Examination Officer, Technician Okyerewaa 2017 and Non- Tertiary Programmes Siaw Division / Lecturer Mrs. Sarah MBA Strategic Management, Assistant Registrar Agbogla KNUST, Kumasi, 2014 Mr. Daniel ICA Ghana, 2016 Accountant Amoanyi Mavis Amoako DBS Secretarial, Kumasi Senior Clerk Attah Polytechnic * On leave of absence Student Population The Institute has a total student population of 5,238. The current student numbers are as shown in Table 6.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 131 Table 6: Student population Programme Male Female Total Diploma Programmes 1161 746 1907 Certificate II Programmes 3 39 42 Technician Programmes 127 2 129 Professional Diploma Programmes 148 109 257 Bachelor of Technology (Top-up) 557 267 824 Higher National Diploma (Part-Time) 254 304 558 Sunyani Centre 439 154 593 Bolgatanga Centre 73 28 101 Cape Coast Centre 62 39 101 Tamale Centre 79 10 89 Takoradi Centre 466 128 594 Koforidua Centre 39 4 43 Total 3408 1830 5238 Collaborations The Institute has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Tema Technical Institute and St. James Seminary Secondary School to use their premises as Distant Learning Centres for the University. The Institute is in the process of signing a Memorandum of Understanding with PRECEVID to run Diploma in Hotel Catering and Institutional Management. The Institute has entered into collaborative agreements with Sunyani, Cape Coast, Takoradi, and Tamale Technical Universities and Bolgatanga Polytechnic to run KsTU programmes. The Continuous Professional Development Division of the Institute collaborates with the University’s Business Development Centre to organize short courses for professionals and the general public. It also collaborates with Professional bodies such as the ACCA, ICSM, CIM, CIPS, CIBGH, CILT and ICA.. Challenges This young and vibrant Institute is faced with the following challenges: • Inadequate logistics to aid in its running; • Inadequate office space to cater for all its divisions and registry; • Excessive noise making on campus during lecture time; • Inadequate number of lecture halls and teaching aids; • Inadequate supporting staff.

132 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Future Plans The Institute is: • Collaborating with ACCA to mount its programme on campus. • Carrying out marketing campaigns to enroll more students after the re- launch of its professional programmes. • Seeking accreditation for its Distance Learning Centres to provide Distance Learning programmes for external students.

DISTANCE LEARNING DIVISION

Introduction The Kumasi Technical University has embarked on ‘Distance Learning’ mode of delivery intended to favor those students who may not be available to take courses on full time or part time (evening and weekends) basis. The Division is in charge of distance learning programmes. Currently, it runs B.Tech, HND, Diploma and Professional Diploma programmes on the campuses of six other Technical Universities and one Polytechnic. These institutions are Takoradi Technical University, Koforidua Technical University, Cape Coast Technical University, Sunyani Technical University, Tamale Technical University and Bolgatanga Polytechnic. The Division is currently engaged in negotiations with other institutions to collaborate with them in the running of some of the University Programmes. The Division has also entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with Tema Technical Institute (TTI) to use their premsies as one of its distance learning centers in the Greater Accra Region. This will take off early next year.

Vision To be a centre for making tertiary education accessibble to all no matter where they may be found.

Objectives The objectives of the Division are to: • Open more distance learning centres in the regions to make our programmes easily assessable. • Train students who want to go into direct employment and to take up such employment and perform creditably in the positions they may occupy.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 133 Student Population The current student population is one thousand, one hundred and twenty (1,120) as shown Table 1. Table 1: Student Population Institution Programme Male Female Total BTech Accounting with Computing (Top Up) 117 80 197 BTech Building Technology (Top Up) 30 15 45 BTech Electrical & Electronic Engineering 150 9 159 Takoradi (Top Up) Technical BTech Fashion (Top Up) 10 18 28 University BTech Marketing (Top Up) 50 44 94 BTech Statistics (Top Up) 26 8 34 HND Estate Management 30 7 37 BTech Accounting with Computing (Top Up) 130 85 215 HND Accounting with Computing 106 80 186 Sunyani Professional Diploma in Computerised 67 30 97 Technical Accounting University Diploma in Computised Accounting 60 16 76 Diploma in Banking Technology and 15 4 19 Accounting Koforidua Technical BTech Applied Statistics 40 3 43 University Cape Coast BTech Accounting with Computing 52 22 74 Technical University BTech Civil Engineering 19 8 27 Tamale Technical BTech Accounting with Computing 70 19 89 University BTech Accounting with Computing 36 20 56 Bolgatanga BTech Procurement 30 7 37 Polytechnic Professional Diploma in Management 6 2 8 Science Total 747 373 1120

Staffing The Division is headed Mr. Gilbert Amoako with administrative support from the IDCE administrative staff.

134 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Future Plans The Department intends to • Synchronize the programmes on the "satellite" campuses with those at the University. • Extend such agreements with other institutions to use their facilities as Distance Learning Centres where BTech programmes unique to Kumasi Technical University would be run in collaboration with other sister universities and polytechnics with certificates awarded by the Kumasi Technical University.

Activities of Academic Staff Details of engagements of staff in the Division can be found in the departments they belong to.

PARALLEL DIVISION

Introduction The Division was established to run programmes that the regular departments of the University are running on parallel basis; that is evening and weekend part- time programmes. The Division admits also students who did not meet the cut-off point for regular programmes and the numerous working community who because of their work schedules are unable to join the regular programmes. Graduates however obtain the same qualification.

Bachelor of Technology (BTech) Programmes • Accounting with Computing • Marketing • Procurement Management • Civil Engineering • Chemical Engineering • Electrical & Electronic Engineering • Entrepreneurship & Finance • Applied Statistics • Building Technology • Estate Management • Fashion Design and Modelling

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 135 Higher National Diploma (HND) Programmes • Accounting with Computing • Accountancy • Marketing • Entrepreneurship • Secretaryship & Management Studies • Purchasing & Supply • Electrical & Electronic Engineering • Computer Science • Hotel Catering & Institutional Management • Fashion Design

Vision To be a centre of possibilities for students who are not able to take part in the regular programmes of the University.

Objective To generate income to support the development of the Technical University through the delivery of competitive and market-driven programmes to students who are not able to take part in the regular programmes of the Univesity.

Student Population The Department has a total student population of One Thousand Three Hundred and Eighty Two (1, 382) as indicated in Table 1. Table 1: Student population Course Male Female Total BTech Accounting with Computing (Top-up) 245 128 373 BTech Marketing (Top-up) 69 44 113 BTech Procurement (Top-up) 67 60 127 BTech Civil Engineering (Top-up) 35 5 40 BTech Electrical Engineering (Top-up) 50 1 51 BTech Applied Statistics (Top-up) 17 2 19 BTech Estate Management (Top-up) 21 10 31 BTech Building Technology (Top-up) 27 12 39 BTech Entrepreneurship (Top-up) 20 0 20 BTech Fashion (Top-up) 6 5 11 HND Accounting with Computing (Evening) 65 36 101 HND Accounting with Computing (Weekend) 44 36 80

136 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Course Male Female Total HND Accountancy(Evening) 9 11 20 HND Purchasing and Supply (Evening) 48 33 81 HND Secretaryship and Management Studies (Evening) 3 17 20 HND Secretaryship and Management Studies (Weekend) 1 70 71 HND Marketing (Evening) 29 25 54 HND Electrical and Electronic Engineering (Evening) 35 0 35 HND Hotel Catering & Institutional Mgt (Evening) 2 45 47 HND Fashion (Evening) 18 31 49 Total 811 571 1382 Staffing The division is headed by Dr Daniel Ofori with administrative support from the staff of the Institute.

Challenges This young and vibrant institute is faced with the following challenges: • Excessive noise making on campus during lecture periods in the evenings and weekends. • Poor sanitation of classrooms and washrooms, posing health hazards to students. • Inadequate logistics such as computers. • Inadequate number of lecture halls and teaching aids such as projectors; • Inadequate supporting staff.

Future Plans The following programmes also are underway to be introduced into the Institute of Parallel Programme Division: • MTech in Industrial Economics • BTech Management Science • BTech Development Management • BTech Management with Computing • BTech Technology Management

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 137 TECHNICIAN AND NON-TERTIARY PROGRAMMES DIVISION

Introduction In September 2007 the Part-Time Coordinating Unit was renamed Technician and Non-Tertiary Programmes Division. All the non-tertiary programmes were put together and placed under this unit in September 2011. With its new responsibility, the Unit was given the status of a Division and placed under the Institute of Distance Learning and Continuing Education. In September 2013, it once again became necessary to place more non-tertiary programmes under the Division. To get the students on these programmes to identity properly with the Division, the name was thus changed to Technician and Non-Tertiary Programmes Division. Currently, a proposal is in place to rename the Division ‘Diploma and Technician Programme Division’.

Vision To be a centre of opportunities for adding value to qualifications of applicants who do not qualify to pursue tertiary programmes.

Objectives The objectives of the Division are as follows: • No application for admission to the University should be rejected since the Division has places for all manner of applicants. • Graduates from the Division should be well equipped to pursue further studies. • Students from the Division who want to go into direct employment should be well-equipped to take up such employment and perform creditably in the positions they may occupy.

Student Population The division has a total student population of two thousand and seventy-eight (2,078) as shown in Table 1. Table 1: Student population Programme Male Female Total Intermediate Catering 2 38 40 Intermediate Fashion 1 1 2 Motor Vehicle Technician Part 1 2 0 2 Motor Vehicle Technician Part 2 4 0 4 Motor Vehicle Technician Part 3 10 0 10

138 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Mechanical Engineering Technician Part 1 5 0 5 Mechanical Engineering Technician Part 2 5 0 5 Mechanical Engineering Technician Part 3 8 0 8 Electrical Engineering Technician Part 3 8 0 8 Electrical Engineering Technician Part 2 7 0 7 Electrical Engineering Technician Part 3 27 0 27 Construction Technician Course 1 20 0 20 Construction Technician Course 2 16 0 16 Construction Technician Course 3 16 1 17 Access Course 9 16 25 Diploma in Banking and Small Management 8 12 20 Diploma in Banking Technology and Finance 9 0 9 Diploma in Business Administration 45 135 180 Diploma in Computerised Accounting 27 22 49 Diploma in Electricals and Electronic Engineering 86 2 88 Diploma in Electronic Marketing 84 72 156 Diploma in Fashion and Textiles Studies 304 143 447 Diploma in Hardware and Networking 0 1 1 Diploma in Health Statistics 148 110 258 Diploma in Information Technology 171 9 180 Diploma in Library and Information Science 32 18 50 Diploma in Procurement and Materials Management 80 51 131 Diploma in Public Relations 10 0 10 Diploma in Web Application and Database 148 155 303 Diploma in Agribusiness and Finance 12 4 16 TOTAL 1328 750 2,078 Staffing The Division is headed by Mr. Wilson Nimsaah. Currently, it engages the services of lecturers from various faculties of the University and also part time lecturers from outside the University and administrative support from the Institute.

Activities and Events • The Division conducted inspection and assessment of the Presbyterian Centre for Vocational Instructors’ Development (PRECEVID). • The Department conducted the May/June 2018 Technical Examination Series for TEU and NABPTEX.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 139 Challenges The following challenges have been identified at the Division. • The Division lacks adequate lecture rooms. • The few lecture rooms allocated to the Division are scattered so it makes monitoring difficult. • Student enrolment keeps reducing.

Future Plans The Division is putting plans in place to: • Get more students to enroll onto various programmes in the Division. • Take on board more Diploma programmes.

Activities of Academic Staff Details of engagements of staff in the Division can be found in their mother departments.

CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMMES DIVISION

Introduction The Division was created as a platform for the continuous training and re-training of students and professionals in the area of business and commerce to serve the needs of industries. The following programmes are run in the Division. • Professional Diploma in Computerized Accounting • Professional Diploma in E-Marketing • Professional Diploma in Procurement • Professional Diploma in Management Science • Professional Diploma in Library & Information Science • Professional Diploma in Banking Technology & Finance • Professional Diploma in Banking & Small Business Management

140 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Vision To become a Center of Excellence in the training of professionals and students in the area of business and commerce.

Objective The Objectives of the Division is to: • Provide training for students and professionals in their chosen professions in business and commerce. • Provide support in the area of continuous training for professionals in current trends in the areas of business and commerce. • Serve as a liaison between academic departments and the various professional bodies in accrediting the academic programmes by the professional bodies.

Student Population Current student population in the Professional Division as shown in Table 1. Table 1: Student Population Programme Male Female Total Prof. Dip. Computerized Accounting 99 69 168 Prof. Dip. E-Marketing 12 10 22 Prof. Dip. Procurement 44 38 82 Prof. Dip. Management Science 6 13 19 Prof. Dip. Information Science 14 6 20 Prof. Dip. Banking Technology & Finance 15 6 21 Prof. Dip. Diploma in Banking & Small 2 5 7 Business Mgt. Total 192 147 339 Staffing Dr. Alfred Sarbah is the Acting Head for the Division.

Future Plans The Division plans to: • Collaborate with the various professional bodies in making Kumasi Technical University an accredited learning centre for the delivery of the various professional programmes.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 141 • Position the Division to eventually serve as a consulting centre in the delivery of training and also provide solutions to the needs of business and other allied areas in industry.

Activities of Academic Staff Details of engagements of staff in the Division can be found in their mother departments.

142 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University PROFILE OF INSTITUTE OF RESEARCH, INNOVATION AND DEVELOPMENT

Introduction The Institute of Research, Innovation and Development IRID( ) was in 2015 carved out of the School of Graduate Studies, Research and Innovation (SGSRI) to enable the Institute concentrate on Research, Innovation, Publications, and Development in and outside the University. The Institute presently has one department under its outfit known as the Social Science Department.

Vision To become a world class centre of excellence in applied research, innovation and development.

Mission Enhancing collaboration with industry to undertake innovative applied research, developmental activities and consultancy services for public and private sector institutions.

Staffing The Institute is headed by a Director with a staff strength of eleven (11) as in Table 1.

Table 1; Members of staff of the Institute Name Qualification Position/Rank Prof. Gabriel PhD (Human Resource Director/Associate Dwomoh Management) UNEM, Costa Rica, Professor 2012 Dr. Addo PhD Forest Sciences, Warsaw Deputy Director & Head of Koranteng University of Life Sciences, 2016 Social Science Division / Snr. Research Fellow Dr. John Agyei PhD Geography & Resource Snr Research Fellow Development, University of Ghana, 2012 Dr. Smart A PhD Mathematical Statistics, Snr. Research Fellow Sarpong KNUST 2015 Dr. Bismark Q. PhD Soil Science, KNUST, 2016 Snr Research Fellow Parker Emmanuel Sefa MBA Innovation Mgt., Coventry Snr Research Fellow Owusu University UK, 2007

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 143 Michael Asamoah- MPhil Mathematical Statistics, Research Fellow Boaheng KNUST, 2014 Nana Akwasi Osei MSc Development Policy & Research Fellow Bonsu Planning, KNUST, 2014 Raymond Akantege MSc Development Management, Research Fellow KNUST, 2015 Esinu Adzo Selasse MBA Strategic Management, Snr. Assistant Registrar KNUST, 2009; Professional Certificate (IHRMP), 2018 Staff Development and Recruitment The Institute embarks on staff development and currently two (2) staff members are pursuing PhD programmes (Table 3). Table 3 staff members pursuing further studies Name Programme and Institution and Expected Year Field of Study Country of Completion Michael Asamoah- PhD Health University of New 2020 Boaheng Statistics Foundland, Canada Edmund Ayesu PhD Statistics University of South 2018 Africa, South Africa Collaboration The Institute is still in collaboration with: • Ghana Police Service to turn their data into meaningful policy framework to assist the police in their security assignments. • Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies (MMDAs) in Ghana to build their capacities and to assist them to source for funding for various developmental projects and activities in the Central Region: Awutu Senya East Municipal Assembly, Mfantseman Municipal Assembly, Gomoa West District Assembly, Ekumfi District Assembly, Afutu Municipal Assembly, Denkyira East Assembly and Agona East; Upper East:Garu – Tempane District, Nabdam Distruict, Bolgatanga Municipal, Kassena Nankana Municipal, Kassena Nankana West, Busa North District, Bongo District, Builsa South District, Talensi District, Bawku West District, Binduri District, Bawku Municipal and Bawku West District; Ashanti Region: Ejisu Municipal, Amansie East District, Agogo Municipal and Asokore Mampong and Western Region: Sekondi – Takoradi Metropolitan Assembly and Elembele District Assembly. • Non-Governmental Organizations: Association of Small Scale Industries- Ashanti, Bosomtwe Farmers based Organisation (FBO), United Purpose and TRIAS.

144 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University • Foreign University: Eberswalde University for Sustainable Development (EUSD) in Brandenburg-Germany.

Activities and Events The Institute Responded to the under listed Calls and Proposals and is waiting for positive responses: • Government of Ghana - UNICEF Wash Programme for MMDAS. IRID and Officers of the following MMDAs developed full proposal and duly submitted them. Central Region: Awutu Senya East Municipal Assembly, Mfantseman Municipal Assembly, Gomoa West District Assembly, Ekumfi District Assembly, Afutu Municipal Assembly, Denkyira East Assembly and Agona East; Upper East:Garu – Tempane District, Nabdam Distruict, Bolgatanga Municipal, Kassena Nankana Municipal, Kassena Nankana West, Busa North District, Bongo District, Builsa South District, Talensi District, Bawku West District, Binduri District, Bawku Municipal and Bawku West District • OPEC Fund for International Development (OFID). IRID and Officers of the Agona East Districts are finalizing this proposal for onward submission. • European Commission (EU): Promoting Local Economic Development In Ghana. IRID and Officers of the Sekondi – Takoradi Metropolitan Assembly have finished and submitted the final proposal. • The Canada-IFC Partnership Framework. Elembele District Assembly and IRID have developed a proposal which has been forwarded to the funding agency. • European Union CSO-RSE – Civil Society Organisations in Research and Innovation for Sustainable Development. United Purpose (an NGO) and its Belgian partner- TRIAS, Ghana are working with IRID have submitted the full proposal. • ERASMUS+ International Credit Mobility. Eberswalde University for Sustainable Development (EUSD) and the IRID - Kumasi Technical University jointly applied and waiting for a positive response. • The Business Sector Advocacy Challenge (BUSAC) fund. IRID is working with Association of Small Scale Industries-Ashanti and Bosomtwe Farmers based Organisation (FBO) to access this fund. • Teaching: IRID Staff serves as lecturers in Research Methodology, Statistics and Biology in regular programs of the University.

Challenges Notwithstanding all the effort to deliver on the mandate of the Institute, the following are some challenges are impeding smooth work.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 145 • Transportation. The nature of IRID’s job demands prompt responses to impromptu journeys. IRID has failed to meet some deadlines and is unable to take advantages of many opportunities due to this. • Remuneration for Contacts and link men. Sourcing for funds and response to calls are cliché thing. To win most of these calls, it necessitate that, one gets an insider or contact person. IRID has no Institutional budget operated at the institute as pertained in other faculties to meet its many obligations. • Delay in Travel Claims. Officers of IRID are always on the move and have to self-sponsor their journeys before they are reimbursed. The reimburse process takes a relatively long time. This is having a serious toll on Officers. An Institute Accountant would promptly solve this recurring problem.

Future Plans The Institute is working on: • A policy publication on productivity in Agriculture to support on – going policy advocacy on agricultural development in Ghana. • Organizing and coordinating seminar on Project Work for final year students of the University. • Tracer Study II: Kumasi Technical University • Profile andD ata Management System for Kayayei Phenomenon in Ghana • Capacity Building (KsTU) Staff • Capacity Building (external) • Hotels, Catering and Chop Bars Operators • Churches and Ministries • Christian Mothers Association • MMDA’s & Statutory Governmental Institutions • Development of Study Programs: • Environmental Management Information Technology • Remediation Technology for Soil and Environmental Management (RETSEM) • CertificateP rogram in 3D Medical Diagnostics (CMD1) • Standard of Living Report on KsTU Students • Job Vacancies Report in Ghana • Waste Collection in Kumasi Metropolis

146 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University • Ghana Union of Traders Association (GUTA) and Foreign Nationals in Retail Business in Ghana • Hand washing Infrastructure in Basic and Pre-Schools • Procurement of Goods and Services by Students Organizations • Social Protection and Poverty Alleviation in marginalized sub groups in the Kumasi Metropolis • REDD+ and Small Scale Mining menace in Ghana.

Activities of Academic Staff

Publications • Dwomoh, G. & Owusu, F. E. (2018), Principles of Office Management, Lulu Publishers, ISBN 9781387756537, • Akantege, R. (2018). The Social Effects ofH ousing Deficit onU rban Dwellers in the Kumasi Metropolis. In International Conference on Applied Science and Technology Conference Proceedings (Vol. 4, No. 1, pp. 72-85). • Koranteng, A., Donkor, E., Zawila-Niedzwiecki, T., & Kombat, D. (2018), March). Synergies of Satellite Images for Forest Loss and other Land Use Study in Ghana. In International Conference on Applied Science and Technology Conference Proceedings (Vol. 4, No. 1, pp. 211-228). • Koranteng, A., Adu-Poku, I., & Zawiła-Niedźwiecki, T., (2018): Drivers Of Land Use Change And Carbon Mapping In The Savannah Area Of Ghana. Series A – Forestry, 2017, Vol. 59 (4), 287–311. • Luguterah, A & Dwomoh G, Service Delivery in Ghana Water Company: Lessons for governance in the public sector of Ghana (2017), International Journal of Research in Business Studies and Management, Vol. 4(8) • Parker, B.Q. and Dadzie, P.K. (2018). Industry targeted University Education: An agenda of Technical Universities in Ghana with perspectives from Kumasi Technical University. 16th Globerlics International Conference, Accra. • Parker, B.Q., Owusu, A., and Addo Sarpong, E. (2018). Food sustainability through the use of procurement in minimizing food waste in stores at selected Senior High Schools in Kumasi. 1st International Research Conference on Sustainable Development through Research and Innovation, Tamale. • Agyei, J. and Oppong, Y.D. (2017), Challenges of Urban Planning in Wenchi: Issues and the Way Forward, Paper presented at 5th International Conference on Applied Sciences and Technology (ICAST 2017) organied by Kumasi Technical University, Kumasi on September 26-27, 2017. Published as Conference Proceedings Vol. 4 No. 1 (2018) pp 106-120.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 147 • Asamoah-Boaheng, M, Adebanji, A. O., & Kakai R. G., (2017), “Small population Size and Large Dimension Performance of some Equal Mean Discrimination Functions”. International Journal of Mathematics and statistics, vol 18 (1), 77-86. • Asamoah-Boaheng, M, Tenkorang, E, Osei-Sarfo K, (2017) “Time to first onset of type 2 diabetes in Ghana, a poster presentation at the Discipline of Medicine Scholarship Day, at Faculty of Science, Memorial University, Canada. • Dwomoh, G. & Owusu, F. E. (2017), Factors influencing employees’ retention in the banking industry of Ghana, Review of public administration and management, Vol. 5(3) • Dwomoh, G. Asiamah, Y., & Owusu F. E. (2017), Dealing with dual career couples: A tool for accepting and making international assignments effective. International Journal of Research, 5(6) • Dwomoh, G., Yeboah, A., Wiafe, E., & Boachie, W. K. (2017). Examining the relationship between procedural, distributive and informational justice and employees’ attitude towards their organizations performance appraisal systems: a case of some selected media houses in Ghana. International Journal of Contemporary Research and Review, 8(04). • Frempong, E. O., & Dwomoh, G. (2017). Employees Behaviour, Equity in Financial Compensation and Performance of Public Universities in Ghana. Management and Organizational Studies, 4(3), 43. • Koranteng, A., Adu-Poku, I., & Zawiła-Niedźwiecki, T., (2017): Land use and socio-economic trends in the areas surrounding the concessions of African plantation for sustainable development (APSD) Ghana LTD in Brong Ahafo Region of Ghana. Wood Technology Institute, Wood Technology Conference, Poznan- Poland.

148 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University PROFILE OF THE INSTITUTE OF BUSINESS AND TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT

Introduction

The Institute of Technology and Transfer has been in existence since 2013, addressing concerns of graduates of Junior High Schools and others by helping them acquire technical training certificates. It provides skills, practical and hands- on training for the young men and women of Ghana. The underlisted industry players had signed a Memoranda of Understanding (MoU) with the University for the training of students in various fields of endeavour. These are: • Universal Eye Agency • Prudential Solutions Limited Vision

To be a centre of excellence for the training of the needed technician manpower for the transformation of the Ghanaian economy. Mission

Churning out technicians who will be interested in wealth creation, provision of jobs and establishment of ventures through technological innovation. Management of the Institute

The Institute is headed by a Director and assisted by two (2) coordinators of the programmes who collaborate with the University (Table 1). Table1: Staff of the Institute Name/Rank Industry Position/ Progammes Duration Player Qualification Dr .A. Osei- Kumasi Director / Twumasi/ Technical PhD Civil Senior University Engineering Lecturer Cardiff University, UK, 2010 Joseph Kofi Kumasi Deputy Boakye/ Technical Director/ MA Senior University TESL, KNUST, Lecturer 2006

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 149 Name/Rank Industry Position/ Progammes Duration Player Qualification Precious Universal Coordinator Centre for Owusu Eye Agency Electronic Safety Boateng and Security Systems Professional CCTV 3 months Technician Training Marcus Obeng Prudential Coordinator KsTU/ Prudential Sika Solutions Drivers Academy Limited Driver training, 3 months Facilities 3 months management training, Hospitality 3 months Aviation training Challenges Some of the challenges of the Institute include: • Inadequate office accommodation for staff • Inadequate number of staff members • Lack of transportation Future Plans

The Institute intends to run the following programmes: • Solar energy technician training • Auto Mechanics • Driving instructorship course • Flat screen television and mobile phone repairs • Refrigeration and plumbing

CENTRE FOR ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY SYSTEMS The MoU signed with the Universal Eye Agency established the Centre for Electronic Safety and Security Systems with the purpose of training students in

150 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University CCTV installation and other security systems. This centre is currently facing some management challenges which are being addressed.

KsTU/ PRUDENTIAL DRIVERS’ ACADEMY The Drivers’ Academy (University Driving School) , a joint venture between Kumasi Technical University and Prudential Solutions Ltd, was established to provide Driver Training and Education to the Ghanaian Public and beyond, in fulfillment of Section 31(3e), 43 and 125 (2) of Road Traffic Regulations 2012, Legislative Instrument 2180 (LI 2180 of 2012) The regulation underscores the need for structured professional driver training – refresher training, training for drivers’ permit, upgrading of licence and continuous education and training for all categories of motor vehicle drivers in the country. The academy which is Driver Vehicle and Licensing Authority DVLA( ) accredited has the state-of-the-art car driving simulator, recognised institutional certificate, qualified instructors, air conditioned lecture room with chairs and writing tables for learners, air conditioned and well maintained vehicles with dual pedals. The aim of the Driving School therefore is to provide excellent training platform for driver training and management, safety management and consultation and provision of quality vehicle maintenance services in keeping with changing regulations

Objectives The Driving School has the following as its set objectives: • To train beginners in driving • To improve driver competence, knowledge and skills through a systematic development programme in accordance with global practices. • To provide quality manpower development program through training in the area of corporate drivers management

Future plans The academy intends to develop a specialized auto mechanical workshop that will cater for the needs of the ever increasing motor vehicles in the country

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 151 CENTRE FOR RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT FOR TECHNOLOGY INCUBATION

Introduction

The Ministry of Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation MESTI( ) initiated a five-year (2011–2016) Ghana Skills and Technology Development Projects (GSTDP) to improve and increase the adoption of new technologies in selected economic sectors of the country. The project focused on activities meant to increase access to skills and technology development to subsequently improve upon productivity and competitiveness of Ghanaian firms and also support their effective and efficient management. The Component 2.2 of the project had the target to strengthen Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) institutions in such a manner as to switch off from the conventional research publications which are more supply-driven and refocus research efforts on activities or areas that will directly address the problems facing the private sector for improvement, growth and development of the sector. Based on a proposal submitted by Kumasi Technical University to the effect of Science, Technology and Innovation (STI), the University was one of the five Universities selected as grantees under the Component 2.2 of the GSTDP with a grant of US$500,000 to set up a Centre for Research and Development for Technology Incubation (CRDTI). These developments resulted in the establishment of the CRDTI. Though the Project was to have been completed by the end of June, 2016, it was extended to the end of December 2016. Though the initial programme timeline has expired, there were some positive indications from the Ministry of Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation (MESTI) to the effect that further grants shall be given to the five initially selected institutions, while other research institutions shall be considered for support. Meanwhile, the Kumasi Technical University has on its own and through its budgetary allocations earmarked some funding to keep the centre running, awaiting the additional promised and anticipated grant from MESTI.

Vision To become a centre for conducting quality and innovative research that positively impacts on work attitudes, procedures, productivity and growth of the private sector of the Ghanaian economy.

Mission Enhancing capabilities, performance and work ethics of the private sector towards achieving a high performing national economy, through the development of a strong link with the private sector.

152 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Objectives The Centre for Research and Development for Technology Incubation CRDTI( ) exists to: • Strengthen the private sector-driven research capabilities of staff ofK umasi Technical University (KsTU). • Increase the quality and quantity of research outputs of the University in terms of addressing pertinent and developmental issues confronting the private sector. • Integrate private sector requirements into research activities in the University. • Facilitate and strengthen collaborations between the University, and allied Science and Technology Institutions (STI). • Advance the University’s contribution to the private sector development through enhancement in technology innovation transfer and commercialization of both developmental and demand-driven research. • Generate revenue through commercialization of research and technology transfer to the private sector.

Staffing Dr. Peter Kessels Dadzie is the Interim Head of the Centre.

Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Team A Monitoring and Evaluation Team has been put in place by the University in accordance with the guiding principles provided by the COTVET/MESTI Project requirements. This team helps in the implementation of the activities of the Centre and works closely with the Interim Head of the Centre. In fact, the Interim Head derives many of his operational mandates from the Monitoring and Evaluation Team. The Team is made up of the following officers of the University making it solid and formidable to ensuring proper monitoring of activities of the Centre (Table 1). Table 1: Monitoring and Evaluation Team Members Name Position Prof. Asiamah Yeboah, Interim Vice Chancellor Chairman Dr. Peter Kessels Dadzie, Director of CRDTI Member Dr. George Owusu-Dapaah, Director of Quality Assurance Member Dr. Felix Narku Engmann, Interim H. O. D HCIM Member Nana Awuah Dapaah, Director of Finance Member Mrs. Joana Yeboah-Gyan, Head of Legal Unit Member Edmund Ayesu, Institute of Research, Innovation and Development Member

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 153 Activities

The activities undertaken at the Centre for the period and which are yet to be completed include:: • Electric vehicle-Designed and fabricated to run on batteries that are continuously charged, and therefore does not require external recharging. This is a gratifying and remarkable advancement on earlier electric vehicles that required external charging, after a short period of operation, when the power ran down. • Fuel from plastic waste- This is the production of gaseous and liquid fuels from plastic wastes by a pyrolysis reactor developed by a team of researchers from Chemical, Mechanical, and Electrical and Electronic Engineering Departments. • Design and production of solar chargeable bags. These are various bags fitted with solar charging systems to be used to recharge equipment like phones, etc.

Challenge The Centre currently does not have an Administrative Assistant. It is therefore important that all efforts are made to recruit some staff to help in the effective and efficient running of the Centre. The provision of requisite staff will propel the current focus of rejuvenating and expanding the activities of the Centre for possible income generation. Future Plans

The Centre plans to: • Continuously engage and encourage the engineers who designed and produced the fufu making machine to re-design it to suit families and chop bar operators who may need relatively large-sized ones. • Continue to challenge and encourage researchers to come out with products that are solar operated to make it economically viable and accessible to any Ghanaian everywhere. • Introduce short courses in skills development for the private sector of the Ghanaian economy. • Liaise with private-sector companies to solicit for their research needs and possible funding and subsequently supply same to staff/researchers to work on them.

154 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University CENTRE FOR RENEWABLE ENERGY AND ENERGY EFFICIENCY - KUMASI

Introduction The Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency – Kumasi Technical University (CREK) was created in 2014 with the support of COTVET, under its Skills Development Fund, to provide long-term support to local (and Regional) businesses that deliver products and services related to renewable energy and energy efficiency. The Centre, directly under the supervision of the Office of the Vice Chancellor, will undertake applied research in areas of Renewable Energy and Energy EfficiencyRE ( &EE) and will offer tailor-made vocational and technical training programmes to diverse groups of people that will include local artisans, as well as students and graduates from Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions.

Vision To become a leading Centre in Research, Technology Development, and Training in Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency in Africa.

Mission To undertake applied research and provide technical support in all aspects of Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency in order to support enterprises, firms and organisations in Ghana and Africa. In order to achieve the mission, CREK will: • Strengthen the capacity of energy sector players in Ghana, West Africa and the African continent as a whole, in order to contribute actively towards the replication and scaling up of successful energy technologies, policies and management practices, and increasing access to energy services for socio- economic development. • Mobilize the unique and diverse resources within the various Faculties, Institutes and Centres within Kumasi Polytechnic in order to offer competent and professional services in RE&EE related areas, in support of national and regional development priorities and programmes. • Reach out to a wide range of clients including government, industry, private and public enterprises, civil society organisations, donor agencies and other international organizations. • Become well recognized in Ghana, West Africa and the world at large for expertise in applied research, technology development and training in RE&EE. • Draw from relevant competencies from partner institutions to achieve its set goals and targets.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 155 Staffing CREK currently has five (5) research staff members comprising three (3) senior lecturers and two (2) lecturers, supported by two technicians. CREK, however, receives technical, administrative and logistical support from the Univeristy. The profile of staff members is shown in Table 1. Table 1: Staffing Name Qualification Position/Rank Ing. Cudjoe Edem MSc (Thermofluids & Energy Head/Senior Lecturer Bensah Systems), KNUST, 2009 Julius Cudjoe MSc (Chemical Eng.), KNUST, 2011 Head of Bioenergy and Ahiekpor Energy Efficiency/Senior Lecturer Ing. Edward Antwi MSc (Thermofluids & Energy Head of Wind Energy/ Systems), KNUST, 2009 Senior Lecturer Ing. Joseph X. F. MSc (Mechanical Eng.), KNUST, 2012 Head of Solar Energy/ Ribeiro Senior Lecturer Ing. Araba Amo- MSc (Renewable Eng. Tech.), KNUST, Lecturer Aidoo* 2016 Bright Amponsem* HND (Chemical Eng.), KsTU, 2013 Technician and Research Assistant Benjamin Boahen* HND (Mechanical Eng.), KsTU, Technician and Research Assistant * Temporal Staff Activities Works and physical structures CREK is located at Pease campus of KsTU. The structure comprises four labs, a mechanical workshop, a conference room, a class room, a library, and offices for staff and visitors. Furnishing of offices and meeting rooms is complete. The extension of electricity from Pease township to CREK has been completed. The University acknowledges the support of the Office of the President and Ministry of Energy for providing a 314 kVA transformer and accessories towards the project. The University also released funds for landscaping which has been completed and is under maintenance.

Installation of equipment With the connection of CREK to the grid and availability of power, preparations to install equipment have commenced. Discussions are already ongoing with suppliers for installation of major analytical instruments and various mechanical equipment in the various labs and the workshop.

156 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Collaborations and projects CREK is among four research/academic centres selected by the Energy Commission to benefit from technology support from sister institutions in China. This is part of a south-south cooperation programme in Renewable Energy Technology Transfer (RETT) under the implementation of United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), with funds from the Danish Government. CREK will take delivery of prototype biogas digesters and institutional cookstoves from China for applied research. Finally, an MOU is expected to be signed between KsTU and Ghana Climate Innovation Centre hosted at Ashesi University, with the view to deepening collaboration in renewable energy research, training and enterprise development.

Training The Centre is preparing for nationwide training in two areas – biogas digesters and solar dryers. Training manual on biogas is complete while that on solar dryers will be completed by the end of first quarter of 2018.

Future Plans The maiden technical training underCREK with a focus on the design and construction of biogas digesters is expected to begin in February 2018. The medium term plans ofCREK are: • To run competency-based diploma and degree programmes in conjunction with relevant departments in specific areas of training such as biogas digester and solar dryer design and construction. • To provide advisory and consultancy services in its areas of expertise for government and public institutions, international organizations and development partners, regional bodies, private companies, NGOs, and CBOs, among others; • To develop and patent innovative products and applications in RE& EE; • To raise revenue through the outcomes of successful research activities of its staff through product development and patents; • To standardize RE&EE related products from both local and foreign companies in areas such as efficient cookstoves, oil and gas products, solar lamps, solar water heaters, solar dryers, and biogas stoves, in collaboration with Ghana Standards Authority, Energy Commission and other relevant bodies. The long-term objective of the centre is to become fully independent financially from the main University by generating enough funds internally to take care of administrative cost, repair and maintenance of facilities at the centre and retooling of the centre.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 157 Activity The University, however, has provided funds to the tune of over Ghc 400,000 to support the construction of the building. CREK is exploring alternative avenues for financial and technical support, including participating in local and international calls for proposals in the thematic areas and developing training manuals and short courses, among others. So far, the activities undertaken have progressed smoothly and it is expected that the Centre will be established to meet the project timelines.

Challenges The major challenges facing the smooth take-off of CREK is: • inadequate funds • the construction of the structure; • the procurement of remaining equipment and tools

Activities of Staff The research activities of staff at the Centre, which includes publications, conferences attended and service to community are presented in their respective departments.

158 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University PROFILE OF THE OFFICE FOR INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS AND INSTITUTIONAL LINKAGES

Introduction The office of International Affairs and Institutional Linkages has been handling all academic matters affecting the University vis-à-vis relationships with other associated institutions both national and international since 2011. The Office has two (2) divisions: • International AffairsD ivision • Institutional Linkages Division

Vision To be an office of International repute to place the University on the global tertiary educational landscape.

Mission Establishing, coordinating, and maintaining international relationships with the outside world for the benefit of the University.

Management of the Director’s Office The Office is headed by a Director with assistance from a Deputy Director and an Assistant Registrar. Members of staff of the Office are shown in Table 1 Table 1: Management of the Director’s Office Name Qualification Position /Rank Rev. (Dr) John PhD Management, The University Director/ Senior Lecturer Poku of Sheffield, UK, 2009 Deputy Director and PhD. Finance, Southampton, Dr. Joseph Yensu Coordinator, International UK,2014 Affairs/ Lecturer MBA Innovative Coordinator, Institutional Emmanuel Sefa Management Coventry Linkages/ Snr. Research Owusu University, UK, 2007 Fellow M. A. in Educational Leadership, Alice Serwaah University of Education, Winneba, Assistant Registrar Agyapong 2014 Visiting Professor Professor Ayoade Oludayo Kuye was here from October 2016 to September 2017 on a sabbatical leave. He came from the University of Port Harcourt, Nigeria, to serve

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 159 in the Chemical Engineering Department and assist CREK for one (1) year. The Institution organized a farewell ceremony for him. He has since left for Nigeria.

Community College Initiative Programmes The Community College initiative which was organized by the US Embassy had five of our students selected for an exchange programme for a year. Those students who were selected from the various departments and were sent to U.S Community Colleges in July, 2016 had since returned. They came in 2017 to join the third year students and they are now about to complete their respective HND programmes.

International Guests to the University Within the period under review, the University hosted the following institutional partners for collaborative discussions:

University of Portsmouth A two member delegation from the University of Portsmouth came to pay a visit to our institution. They were here to see if they could partner some departments particularly Engineering and other science departments.

Félix Houphouët-Boigny National Polytechnic Institute (INP-HB) of Yamoussoukro Twenty-six (26) students with three (3) supervisors from Houphouët-Boigny Nationale Polytechnic Institute (INP-HB) of Yamoussoukro, Côte D’Ivoire came to our Institution for an English Language Immersion programme from 7th August, 2017 to 21st August, 2017.

University of Koudougou Ten (10) students from the University of Koudougou, Burkina-Faso visited our institution and had one month English Language Immersion programme. They came on 7th August, 2017 and left on 4th September, 2017.

Brighter Investment Brighter Investment is a Canadian Social Enterprise with a mission to removing financial barriers to higher education of talented students in developing countries. It gives support to potential students who lack viable options to pay their school fees because of their poor family background. The students are made to pay the loans after they have secured permanent jobs. Brighter Investment made a request to the following faculties and introduced their product to them and also requested the list of students who were interested in their product. Students from the following faculties were contacted: • HND students under the Business School • HND students under the Faculty of Health Sciences

160 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University • HND students under the Faculty of Engineering For now, they have given loans to six of our students.

Scholarships Kumasi Technical University has been in collaboration with its strategic partners and has since been sending lecturers and administrative personnel to those institutions. In 2017 six(6) lecturers were sent to China. Five were admitted into University of Electronics Science and Technology, China and one was admitted into Jiangsu University of Technology. They are all reading PhD programmes. Table 2 and 3 show the staff members who left in 2017 for PhD and Master's Programmes in China and other countries. Table 2: Staff on collaborative Scholarship Name Programme and Field of Instituton and Expected Year Study Country of Completion Bawuah Jonas PhD in Finance and Jiangsu 2020 Economics University Francis Donkor PhD in Management and University of Economics Electronic Science 2020 and Technology Foster Owusu PhD in Physics University of Electronic Science 2020 and Technology Prince Donkor PhD in Management and University of Economics Electronic Science 2020 and Technology Francis Boadu PhD in Management and University of Economics Electronic Science 2020 and Technology Emelia Darko PhD in Management and University of Adzimah Economics Electronic Science 2020 and Technology Emmanuel Adu Oil and Gas Storage Yangtze Transportation and University, China 2019 Engineering Frank Sampong PhD Management Science University of and Engineering Electronic Science 2020 and Technology of China, China

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 161 Name Programme and Field of Instituton and Expected Year Study Country of Completion Abubakari PhD Management Science University of Zakari and Engineering Electronics Science and 2020 Technology of China, China Kwadwo PhD Information and University of Ntiamoah- Communication Engineering Electronics Sarpong Science and 2020 Technology of China, China Samuel Addo MSc Electrical Machines and Lanzhou Jiaotong 2020 Darko Appliances University, China Jenkins A. Asaah PhD Management Science University of and Engineering Electronics Science and 2019 Technology of China, China Rev. Fr. Kingsley PhD Management Science University of Osei Boahene and Engineering Electronics Science and 2019 Technology of China, China Ribeiro Joseph PhD Oil and Gas Storage and Yangtze 2019 Xavier Francisco Transportation Engineering University, China Akua MSc Management of Yangtze 2019 Korankyewaa Technology and Economy University, China Christian Opata PhD Management Science University of &Engineering Electronics Science and 2019 Technology of China, China Kingsley Appiah PhD Management Science Jiangsu 2019 &Engineering University, China Samuel Afriyie PhD Management Science Jiangsu 2019 &Engineering University, China Ishmael Ayim PhD Food Science Jiangsu 2019 &Engineering University, China Maurice PhD Management Science Wuhan 2019 Aduamoah &Engineering University, China

162 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Name Programme and Field of Instituton and Expected Year Study Country of Completion Kwame Sarfo PhD Information Wuhan &Communication University, China 2019 Engineering Benjamin Adjei PhD Industrial Economics Wuhan 2019 Dankwah University, China Emmanuel PhD Computer Science Wuhan 2019 Boachie &Technology University, China George Ohene PhD Enterprise Management Wuhan 2019 Gyan University, China

Aside the Chinese Scholarships, there were other scholarships for some members of staff (Table 3). Table 3: Staff members who had other scholarships Name Programme and Field Instituton and Expected Year of Study Country of Completion Amo-Aidoo PhD in Energy Goethe Institute/ Araba Kassel University, 2020 Germany Bernard Adjei PhD Electrical Budapest University Frimpong Engineering of Technology and 2020 Economics in Hungry Daniel Amos PhD Facilities University of 2020 Management Malaysia Johannex Fefeh PhD Renewable Energy Naresuan Univ., 2019 Rushman Thailand Charles Ayensu PhD Analytical University of 2019 Okai Chemistry Rostock, Germany Engr Kingsley PhD Electrical and University of Akom Electronic Engineering Johannesburg, South 2019 (Sandwich) Africa Edmond Oppong PhD Engineering University of 2019 Preprah Management Johannesburg Lewis Abedi PhD Urban Regeneration Techniche Universitat 2019 Asante Dortmund, Germany Edward Antwi PhD Urban Regeneration Universitat Rostock, 2019 Germany Thomas PhD Financial Planning Texas Tech University 2019 Korankye

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 163 Name Programme and Field Instituton and Expected Year of Study Country of Completion Oti Amankwah PhD Facilities University 2019 Management Technology Malaysia Micheal PhD Clinical Memorial University Asamoah Boahen Epidemiological in New Foundland 2019 Statistics Misbawu Adams PhD Applied Power Wuhan University, 2019 Electronics China Dannis Asante- Mater’s in Chemical Durban University Sackey Engineering of Technology. South 2019 Africa Jannat Abbas MSc. Urban Erasmus University, Management and Rotterdam 2018 Development The following are the members of staff who have currently completed their studies and are at post (Table 2). Table 4: Staff members who completed their Masters’ and Ph.D. studies China in 2017 Name Programme of study Institution Osei Abraham PhD in Enterprise Management University of Electronic Science and Technology of China. Abraham MSc in Management Science University of Electronic Science Gyekye Engineering and Technology of China. Kwakye Okyere MSc in Technological Economy Yangtze University, China Michael and Management Cromwell Gifty MBA in Management Science Yangtze University, China Love Special Bachelor of Science (BSc) Students Apart from the forty-one (41) students who were successfully transferred to our partner institutions in China in the previous years, another student was transferred again in 2017. He went to read BSc in Chemical Engineering at the Jiangsu University.

Activities for Institutional Linkages (Local) The Office has planned to visit and showcase the Institution’s academic programmes to various Senior High Schools. Among the schools visited in 2017 were • Kumasi High School, Gyinase. • Seventh Day Adventist Senior High School, Near Abrepo Junction.

164 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Challenge Lack of transport hinders the smooth running of the Office.

Future plans The Office plans to: • Expand and deepen potential and existing partnerships with more Ghanaian and African Universities especially in South Africa, Botswana, etc; • Work hand–in hand with all faculties, departments, and other outfits of the University on foreign and local collaborations; • Track vigorously the progress of all staff members on study leave outside the country; • Market the university vigorously through the establishment of more beneficial partnerships and inter-institutional relations; • Recruit more foreign students by linking with Embassies in Ghana and also identify more institutional partners from within Ghana as much as possible; • Consider alternative sources of funding for the office in view of its wide scope of operations; • Encourage students and lecturers, and other staff members to take advantage of scholarships, exchange programme and other career oriented opportunities brought about by inter-institutional relations initiated by the office.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 165 PROFILE OF THE INFORMATION COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY DIRECTORATE

Introduction Kumasi Technical University recognizes the place of ICT in achieving its mandate of producing skilled, career focused tertiary and middle-level manpower in the various academic disciplines. In this regard, the University established a full- fledged Information Communication Technology ICT( ) Directorate to support its mission and vision. TheICT Directorate currently has four (4) units namely; • ICT Infrastructure Unit • ICT services Unit • Academic Computing Unit • Software Development Unit. Each of these units is headed by a qualified person who is a senior member of the University

Vision To become a dynamic Directorate of ICT Excellence in propelling Technical University to world-class Institution.

Mission Providing cost effective ICT solutions through technological innovations for academic and management operation of Kumasi Technical University.

Objectives The main objective of the Directorate is to develop and implement evolutionary ICT policies and strategies that are sensitive to emerging technologies and respond to changing needs and practices. The subsidiary objectives are to: • Guarantee the security of ICT resources and the safety of people working in ICT environments. • Enhance skills to develop, implement, support and exploit ICT resources more effectively and efficiently. • Provide quality network infrastructure and improve students' and staff access to ICT resources in line with the University's priorities. • Ensure that business systems accommodate and facilitate changes in business practice that reflect changing institutional staff and student needs.

166 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Staffing The ICT directorate currently has ten (10) permanent staff and three (3) attaché staff (Table 1). Table 1: Staffing Name Qualification Position/Rank Seth Ampoma MBA (Finance), KNUST, 2010. Director Brako Post Graduate Certificate (Distributed and Embedded Systems and Networks), UCC/UMAS, (2007). Enock Anderson MSc. Telecom Engineering, HAN Head of ICT University, 2011, Cisco Certified Infrastructure Unit/ Network Associate, AITI-KACE, Ghana, Assistant ICT Officer 2010 George Larry MSc. Software Engineering, Fort Jones Head of Academic Mensah University, USA, 2013 Computing Unit/ Assistant ICT Officer Lartey Yaw MSc. (Information Technology), UNOM, Head of Sofware Ntiri India, 2012 Development Unit Oppong MSc Information Technology, 2017 Ag. Head of ICT Services/ Takyiwaa Senior Technician Cletus MA (Educational Leadership) University Assistant Registrar Burenaah of Education, Winneba, (2014). Samuel Adoko BEd (Information Technology) Systems Administrator University of Education Winneba, (2010). Mercy Vicentia BSc. Computer Science, KNUST, (2016). Database Administrator Nazzar Francis Nana BSc. Computer Science, KNUST, 2015 Database Administrator/ Akwasi Poku Senior Technician Samuel HND. Electronic and Electrical Hardware Technician/ Amoabeng Engineering, KsTU, (2003). Principal Technician William Wireko BSc. Computer Science, KNUST, (2016). User & Systems Support Brobbey Technician (Attaché) William Bonsu Diploma in Hardware & Computer User & Systems Support Networking, IMPC, Kumasi, (2011). Technician (Attaché) Ulrich Baffour BSc. Business Information Technology, User & Systems Support Awuah-Dapaah University of Greenwich, UK, (2015). Technician (Attaché) Staff Development Currently, four (4) staff members are pursuing further studies in various disciplines as indicated in Table 2.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 167 Table 2:Staff pursuing further studies Name Programme of Institution and Country Expected year study of Completion Samuel Adoko MSc. Information Kwame Nkrumah University 2019 Technology of Science and Technology (KNUST), Ghana Mercy Vicentia MPhil. Computer Kwame Nkrumah University 2019 Nazzar Science of Science and Technology (KNUST), Ghana Francis Nana MSc. Information Kwame Nkrumah University 2018 Akwasi Poku Technology of Science and Technology (KNUST), Ghana Seth Ampoma MSc. Management Coventry University, UK 2018 Brako Information Technology Activities and Events The following Activities and Events took place during the period under review: • Two Policy documents were developed • Hardware Usage and Maintenance Policy (HUMP) • Data Backup Policy • ICT Infrastructure Unit re-deployed the Institutional email system to reflect the University’s status. • Infrastructure Unit also received five (5) high end servers to boost the infrastructure capacity of the university. • Infrastructure Unit has installed Institutional digital document server for Business Process Management (BPM). • Software Development Unit has developed applications and design websites including the digitization of the Institution’s knowledge repository using DSpace which is known as the KsTU DIGITAL SPACE (http://ir.kstu.edu. gh:8000/xmlui ). • ICT Services Unit were able to resolve students' related issues in the Institutional Portal (ISP). The issues spanned from corrections in student bio-data through course registration to course and programs configurations. • Academic Computing Unit performed continues systems and software assessment on the laboratories computers to prepare them for academic exercises.

168 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Challenges The Directorate has the following challenges: • Inadequate ICT representation in strategic management discussions. • Inability to get additional staff (national employment embargo) with knowledge in current ICT technologies for more application development. • Inadequate funding for capacity building and infrastructure expansion. • Cumbersome procurement process in acquisition of ICT accessories for repairs and maintenance.

Future Plans TheICT Directorate plans to: • Train staff to bridge theICT skills capability gap • Implement standard and secure closed circuit television (CCTV) system at the Institution’s critical and secure locations. • Implement a standard HR Application. • Implement an E-Learning Application for the institution. • Renovate and expand Internal Voice Communication system (Intercom) for the entire campus. • Continue documenting and publishing more ICT policies. • Establish an IGF centre on campus to run: • Cisco Certification CCNA( ) course • Microsoft proficiency certificate course • (MCSA, MCDBA, MCSE) • Project Management (PM) course. • Carry general ICT repair work on campus for the campus community (staff and students). • Implement a Standard Hospital Management Information System for the Institution’s clinic.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 169 PROFILE OF THE OFFICE OF THE DEAN OF STUDENTS’ AFFAIRS

Introduction The Office of the Dean of Students' Affairs is an integral part of the Central Administration of the University. The Office has oversight of the activities of the Chaplaincy, Guidance and Counselling Unit, Halls of Residence, Clinic and Sports Union Office in accordance with the University’s Statute. It works with the support of the various units and the entire community to provide welfare services for students. It coordinates the activities of Students Representative Council (SRC) and the various students’ groups on campus. It also serves as the connection between the Central Administration and the SRC.

Vision Providing an enabling environment for junior members of the University to excel academically, religiously and socially.

Objectives The objectives of the Dean of Students' Affairs seeks to: • Provide guidance and counseling services to junior members • Act as ‘loco parents’ to junior members for a better campus life • Support Management and the Student Representative Council (SRC) to ensure a conducive learning environment for junior members • Serve as an avenue through which students address their problems. To accomplish the mission of the Office, the main activities are achieved through the following: • Students Representative Council, which serves as the mouthpiece for the junior members • Students’ Conduct and Discipline. Cases involving students are investigated by the Dean’s Office and appropriate sanctions are meted to culprits per the advice of the Chief Disciplinary Officer (Vice Chancellor) • Students’ Support Services at various departments and faculties • Students’ Housing and Residence Life on main campus and at Adako Jachie • Students’ Health Service available at the Clinic • Guidance and Counseling Unit, providing peer counseling for students

170 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Staffing The office is headed by a Dean and assisted by a Vice Dean, with the support of an Assistant Registrar (Table 1). Table 1: Staff of the Office of Dean of Students’ Affairs Name Qualification Position/Rank Dr. Michael Ato Essuman Phd Art Education, KNUST Dean/Snr. Lecturer Mrs. Victoria A. Boakye MBA Hospitality & Tourism Vice Dean / Snr. Kessie Management Lecturer Ms Emelia Kusi-Owusu MBA, Human Resource and Assistant Registrar Management Activities The Office of the Dean of Students continues to maintain a cordial relationship with the SRC, and other student groups through dialogue over a number of issues; thus maintaining peace and order on campus. However, the SRC is given the mandate to exercise its leadership role over the student body. The office organises special orientation in leadership forSRC members in areas of discipline, channels of communication in the University, violence and conflict resolution on campus, time management, student administration and the role of the office of Dean of Students Affairs. Also, through the help of the Interim Vice Chancellor and Management, the University Radio Station (Lynk FM 97.5) is now activated and in operation. In view of this, measures are in place to reach Kumasi Metropolis.

Students’ Support Services (Needy Students’ Fund) As part of the activities of the office, brilliant but needy students are given support by way of paying school fees. A Formal request for assistance is made by the students through their Heads of Department and Deans. This year, over two hundred students have benefitted from the fund. Plans are in place to increase the financial base to handle the student numbers. The Office is also committed to ensuring that facilities for physically challenged students are improved. The office is also making arrangements with Management of the University to provide assistive Technologies for the visually impaired and hearing impaired students.

Challenges • Late admissions pose problems for students to catch up with lectures • Withdrawals and repetition in the middle of the semester compound students' problems • Lack of study rooms attached to hostels to facilitate learning.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 171 Future plans The Office has plans to; • Organise seminars on examination malpractices for students. • Organise prostate cancer screening exercise for both students and staff over 40 years. • Organise peer counseling training for first year students in the second semester. • Invite religious personalities to talk to students on tolerance and coexistence of diversity (religious extremism). • Organise ‘time to meet’ management by all students. • Revamp the campus radio station, Radio Lynk studio to broadcast the University's programmes.

HALLS OF RESIDENCE Students' accommodation is of prime importance to the University as it plays a crucial role in the lives of the students. However, the University halls accommodate a small fraction of the student population. The University has a total of five (5) halls of Residence; three of which are on the main campus and the remaining two on the Adako-Jachie campus of the University. Ashanti and Liberty halls are the two male halls while Pat Carless is the female hall on campus. These halls are reserved for first year and physically challenged students. The SRC and GET fund halls which are both mixed halls admit students at all levels. There is a bus shuttle system which conveys students to the main campus for lectures.

Staffing The Hall Manageress has an oversight role over all the halls. Again all halls have their respective hall master/mistress (See Table 1). There are a twenty (20) porters, headed by the Head Porter, at the main Halls of Residence. Table 1: Staffing of Halls of Residence Name Hall Rank Dr. Cynthia Osei Hall Manageress Snr. Lecturer Mr Ernest Berko Ashanti Hall Lecturer Mr Andrew Agbesi Gadzepo Liberty hall Lecturer

172 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Name Hall Rank Mrs Julia Poku Pat Carless Lecturer Mrs Beatrice Lardy SRC Hall Snr Lecturer Mr Richard Addae GETfund Hall Snr Asst Registrar Mr Justice Addai Head Porter

CHAPLAINCY BOARD The main objective of the Chaplaincy is to co-ordinate all the religious activities on campus. It was established to shape the moral and spiritual formation of the students. The chaplaincy has fifteen (15) religious denominations registered under it. The Chaplaincy has an outstanding choir and a cultural troupe, which, perform at all official functions of the University. It has formed a Brass Band and has put in place plans to establish a Guitar Band in the near future. The rationale for all is to expand their activities and help generate funds for the University. The Chaplaincy Board is headed by Rev. Dr. Alfred Atakora with Mr. Abdul-Aziz Iddrisu (the University’s Imam) in- charge of the Muslim group.

GUIDANCE AND COUNSELING UNIT Guidance and Counseling is an integral component of the educational mission of every institution. The Unit provides professional assistance for members of the University Community with personal as well as educational and vocational problems. The Guidance and Counselling Unit is under the Dean of Students' Affairs. The Unit was formed to complement the efforts of other units that promote the welfare and optimum development of members of the University. The Unit offers professional assistance for members with personal, academic, financial and other problems.

Objectives • To promote the welfare and optimum development of members of the University • To ensure that all activities planned for the year are executed. • To meet students’ academic, career /vocational and personal/social needs.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 173 • To update the Registrar/Main Administration on the activities of the Unit. • To organize programmes on issues ranging from welfare, health, education, etc.

Staffing The Guidance and Counselling Unit is manned by two (2) Senior Assistant Registrars, Mrs. Agnes Anim-Dwobeng and Mrs. Dinah R.O Appiah-Krofah. Due to the large number of students, some students are trained annually on voluntary bases to be Peer Counsellors. They assist the Unit by reaching out to many students and make referrals to the Unit as and when needed.

Counseling During the period under the review, the Unit offered counselling services to about one hundred and seven (107) clients. These covered various aspects of counselling including the following.

Counseling The unit provides support and direction for students to develop academic skills through appropriate learning techniques.

Career Counseling It is designed to guide students in career choices and job placement. It also furnishes students with information on job opportunities, consideration of services, prospects of training, etc.

Emotional/Psychological Counseling • Assists students to resolve and overcome their interpersonal issues. • Peer Counseling/Mediation • Trains students as Peer Counselors/Mediators who will guide and persuade their colleagues to seek professional help from the Counseling Unit.

Activities The major activities the unit engaged in during the period under review cover the following. • Individual / Group counselling • Career/Vocational/Academic guidance • Emotional/Psychological Counselling • Training of Peer Counsellors/Educators

174 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University • Organization of programmes on issues relating to welfare, health, education, etc. The Unit also honoured invitation to hall week celebration, faculty week celebrations and student union meetings. Topics covered during such gatherings include how to choose the right partner, time management, campus relationship.

Challenges • Students' inability to attend guidance programmes since such programmes are organized later in the day. • No internet access at the Unit. • Some departments do not make timely referral to the Unit.

SPORTS OFFICE

Introduction The Sports Unit is responsible for all sports and recreational activities from the department to the faculty level in the University. The Unit controls the sports complex, the gym and all sports equipment and fittings procured by the University.

Vision To be a well-resourced centre for enhancing the physical fitness and health of University staff and students.

Objectives The Sports Unit operates on the axiom “a sound mind lives in a sound body”. Hence, the objective of the Sports Unit is to get all members of the University community fit and sound for their daily activities.

Staffing The Sports Unit is headed by an Ag. Sports Manager and assisted by two (2) instructors (Table 1).

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 175 Table 1: Staffing Name Qualification Position/Rank PhD in Public Administration. University of South Africa- Pretoria. 2016, B.ed(Physical Education, Dr. Luguterah Recreation, Sports and English Ag. Sports Manager Austin Wontepaga Education ,1999, Certificate in Sports Event Management, Beijing- China,2010 Isaac Antwi-Bosiako Diploma in Business Studies Technical Instructor

Isaac Gyansah NVTI Technical Instructor

Semester Activities The University participated in the Ghana University Basketball Championship. Again, the ‘Premier Tertiary Football League’ which started last year is yet to be continued.

Future Plans The Sports Unit hopes to: • Host “Tertiary Strongest Personally Competition” yearly as a way of advertising and making the gym attractive to many people. • Create a platform on campus to discuss health and fitness issues through seminars, which will create the basis for a keep-fit programme on campus. • Come up with several papers on sports and development, the business of sports, the politics of sports and other related topics in line with the policy of the Technical University.

176 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University PROFILE OF THE UNIVERSITY LIBRARY

Introduction The year under review witnessed remarkable developments in all facets of the library regarding collections, new research support services and staff development.

Vision To be a world class centre for comprehensive collection of all kinds of recorded information to support teaching, learning and research.

Mission Providing quality information and innovative services to stimulate creativity, knowledge creation and facilitate research within the academic community we serve.

Objectives The objectives of the Library is to: • Meet the information needs of students, faculty and other staff members with the least delay. • Select and acquire materials in response to demand based upon knowledge of its subject fields, readership and programmes to be run at theK umasi Technical University. • Build comprehensive stock of documents to support the curriculum. • Adopt technologies that will make information resources accessible to the Kumasi Technical University community in an efficient and effective manner. • Organise the collections using internationally accepted standards for easy retrieval and access. • Adopt information dissemination strategies like current awareness services and selective dissemination of information to ensure optimum utilization of available resources. • Explore and implement innovative approaches to serve faculty and students more effectively.

Staffing The Library has a total of Twenty-Two (22) staff members who are trained and experienced in their field of expertise in the various sections of the library as shown in Table 1.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 177 Table 1: Staffing Name Qualification Position/Rank Kwabena Osei Kuffour M.A. Library Studies, Ag. Librarian/Snr Adjei Unversity of Ghana, 2010 Lecturer Baffour Ohene Agyekum M.A. Library Studies, Assistant Librarian Unversity of Ghana, 2008 Samuel Amoako M.A. Information Studies, Assistant Librarian Unversity of Ghana, 2012 Akwasi Duffour M. A. Archival Studies, Ghana- Assistant Librarian Frimpong Legon 2010 Kwabena Ntiamoah- M.A. Information Studies, Assistant Librarian Sarpong Unversity of Ghana, 2013 Dominic Dery M. A. Information Studies, Assistant Librarian Unversity of Ghana, 2016 Samuel Ossom B.A. Information Studies, Principal Library Unversity of Ghana, 2008 Assistant Adwoa Pokuah Ababio B A. Information Studies, Senior Library Assistant Unversity of Ghana, 2008 Raymond Kankam B.A. Information Studies, Senior Library Assistant Unversity of Ghana, 2009 Zalia Amadu Diploma Library Studies, Senior Library Assistant Unversity of Ghana, 2008 Stephanie Owusu Ansah BBA. Human Resource, Senior Library Assistant Unversity of Ghana, 2015 Michael Oppong B. A. Information Studies, Senior Library Assistant Unversity of Ghana, 2016 Michael Ofori Asamoah BSc. Administration, Unversity Senior Library Assistant of Ghana, 2013 Zalia Amadu Diploma Library Studies, Senor. Library Assistant Ghana-Legon 2008. Thomas Akugri Azongo GCE (‘O’level), 1994 Senior Library Assistant Michael Ofori Asamoah Bsc. Administration, Ghana- Senior. Library Assistant Legon, 2013 Michael Oppong B. A. Information Studies, Senior. Library Assistant Ghana-Legon 2016. Evelyn Gyamfi HND, Procurement, KsTU, 2015 Library Assistant Andrews Nkrumah SSSCE, 2000 Chief Binder Evelyn Agyei SSSCE, 2000 Junior Library Assistant Baasi Thompson WASSCE, 2007 Junior Library Assistant Maxwell Agbeli WASSCE, 2011 Junior Library Assistant

178 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Name Qualification Position/Rank Boakye Ansah SSSCE Junior Library Assistant Serwah Akoto SSSCE, 2004 Junior Library Assistant Acheampong Hagar Amponsah Asare M. A. Educational Leadership Assistant Registrar UEW-Kumasi, 2014. Staff Development The following staff members are pursuing various programmemes in Library and Information Science to enhance their skills and expertise as shown in Table 2. Table 2: Staff members pursuing further studies Expected Programme and Field of Institution and Name Year of Study Country completion Serwaah Akoto Professional Dip. Library Kumasi Technical 2018 Achempong & Information Science. University Andrews Professional Dip. Library Kumasi Technical 2018 Nkrumah & Information Science. University Baasi Professional Dip. Library Kumasi Technical 2018 Thompson & Information Science University Maxwell Dip. Library & Kumasi Technical 2018 Agbeli Information Science. University Library Development

Adako Jachie Library The University established a new library at Adarko Jachie Campus. The library serves the information needs at the Faculty of Built and Natural Environment. The library is well stocked with books, photocopier, furniture, computer etc. and a qualified Library Assistant to man the library.

Research Support Services In the library’s bid to support teaching, learning and research and in line with the University’s expectation, the library has introduced Institutional Repository (KsTUDigiSpace) and Research Commons to strengthen research and research visibility.

Archives Unit The Archives Unit was established in May, 2013 as part of the University’s initiative to promote the management and use of records and archives, and the preservation of archival heritage of Kumasi Technical University. In 2017, the Unit was moved to be part of the University Library.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 179 Bindery The bindery continues to work on students’ project works as well as the binding of worn out books and newspapers from other departments. The total project works bound during the year under review was Three Thousand Two Hundred and Thirty- Four (3,234).

Book Stock In line with the Library’s acquisition policy, the Library continues to build a comprehensive stock with the acquisition of new books for new programmes and to replenish the old stock. In the year under review 376 titles were added to the stock as shown by the Table below. The Table is arranged according to departmental additions (Table 3). Table 3: Books Procured in 2017/2018 academic year Books Number Books Number Laboratory Technology 25 Liberal Studies 20 Building Technology 11 Electrical/electronic 11 HCIM 15 Graphic design 9 Library & Information 18 Mechanical 18 Science Fashion & Textiles 2 Computer Science 20 Chemical Engineering 19 Civil Engineering 15 Entrepreneurship 1 General Reference Books 15 Interior Architecture & 3 Research Methods 18 Furniture Marketing 87 Dispensary Technology 41 Liberal Studies 8 Electrical 21

Total 189 188 Again, the library procured several copies of Parliamentary Acts which are now available to the user community at the library.

Registration A total of one hundred and thirty-one (131) people comprising of ninety-one (91) males and forty (40) females registered with the library in the year under review.

Usage Statistics The Table below captures the number of visits to the library by users during the year under review (Table 4).

180 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Table 4: User Statistics Month Total books consulted/ borrowed January 1491 February 2358 March 441 April 2322 May 2097 June 1566 July 360 September 105 October 4056 November 2724 December 1656 TOTAL 19176

Book Donation The following people made books donations to the Library(Table 5). Table 5: Donations to the library Number of Donor(s) Subject Area Quantity Titles Prof. Dr. Suzame Golt Fashion 3 3 Dr. Anthony Adjei-Twum Facility management 18 18 Socialist Forum of Ghana Life and works of 18 18 Dr. Kwame Nkrumah Ministry of Local Labour intensive public Government and Rural works 2 2 Development Legal Deposit(S) The following people made donated their academic and research output to the Library (Table 6).

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 181 Table 6: Academic and Research Output Author Title Institution Dr. Anthony Adjei- Behavior-based facilities energy Twum management framework for higher University Teknologi, education students residence in Malaysia Ghana (PhD. Thesis) Dr. Collins Ameyaw Engendering private sector Bauhaus University, investment in power generation Weimar Germany infrastructure in Ghana. (PhD. Thesis) Ghana’s Shippers Shipping review Ghana’s Shippers Council Council Ministry of Local Labour intensive public works Ministry of Local Government and Government and Rural Rural Development Development Challenges The following are major challenges the Library faced during the reviewed period; • Supply of Soft Copies of Students’ Project Works. • Inadequate furniture for Staff. • Malfunctioning of Air-Conditioners in the Library. • Inadequate staff to run the two-shift system. • Lack of Security Personnel.

Future Plans • The library intends to run a course in Information Literacy Skills. • Expansion of clientele services base by procuring resources to meet the varying needs of students with disabilities. • Extension of binding of students’ project works to sister institutions with the view to generating income for the Kumasi Technical University • StaffD evelopment - Training and workshops for library staff. • Staff Publications - Compilation of academic staff publications - journal articles, thesis/dissertations and books.

182 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Activities of Staff

Publications • Quagraine, N. T., & Agyekum, B. O. (2018). In Vogue: Demand For Scholarly Publications Among Academic Librarians. Library Management, (just- accepted), 00-00. • Dukper., B.K., Agyekum, B. O., & Kolan, B. (2018)."School Libraries and Students’ Academic Achievements in Bunkpurugu- Yunyoo District of Northern Ghana. Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal). 1736. Available at https://digitalcommons.unl.edu/libphilprac/1736. Retrieved 17-05-18 • Dukper, B.K., Agyekum, B. O., & Arthur, B., (2018). Exploring the Effects of Social Media on the Reading Culture of Students in Tamale Technical University. Journal of Education and Practice, 9 (7), 47-56 • Frimpong, A. D., Agyekum, B. O., & Asare, H. A. (2018). Conversion of Polytechnics to Technical Universities (TUs): Challenges in Administrative Records Management in TUs in Ghana. International Journal of Innovative Research and Development, 7(3); 173-183 • Frimpong, A. D., Agyekum, B. O., & Asare, H. A. (2018).Motivational Strategies for Improving Performance and Productivity amongst Records Staff in Ghana. International Journal of Scientific & Engineering Research, 9(4); 432-465 • Pomfowaa, G., & Agyekum, B. O., (2018). EffectiveC ommunication for Quality Service Delivery in Academic Libraries: An Overview of Public Academic Libraries in Ghana. International Journal of Scientific &E ngineering Research, 9(4); 372-405 • Agyekum, B. O., Ntiamoah-Sarpong, K., & Athur, B. (2017). "A Survey of Information Literacy (IL) Programmes in Technical University (Tu) Libraries in Ghana" Library Philosophy and Practice (ejournal).1644. Available at https://digitalcommons.unl.edu/libphilprac/1644. Retrieved 17-05-18.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 183 PROFILE OF THE OFFICE OF THE VICE CHANCELLOR

Introduction The Vice Chancellor is the Chief Executive Officer of the Technical University. He has oversight responsibilities over the administrative and academic matters of the institution. He is also the Chief Disciplinary Officer. The Office is thus responsible for organizing and conducting the financial and administrative business of the University. The Office of the Vice Chancellor consists of the following:. • Vice Chancellor’s Secretariat • Office of the Pro-Vice Chancellor • Quality Assurance Directorate • Planning Unit • Business Development Unit • Procurement Unit • Industrial Liaison and Career Development Unit • Information and Communication Technology Directorate • Office ofI nternational Affairs andI nstitutional Linkages These units/offices have varying responsibilities that add up to support the successful running of the Vice Chancellor’s Office.

Vision To be a focal point for providing academic and administrative leadership for transforming Institution into a World Class Technical University.

Mission Providing an enabling environment for training and research for the enhancement of skills for the socio-economic development of Ghana and Africa.

VICE CHANCELLOR’S SECRETARIAT The Vice Chancellor’s Secretariat coordinates all academic, administrative and financial activities of the Polytechnic through various departments, offices and units.

184 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Staffing There are six (6) members of staff at the Vice Chancellor’s Secretariat. The details are found in Table 2. Table 1: Staff in Rector’s Secretariat Name Qualification Position/Rank PhD (Marketing), Business Interim Vice Chancellor/ Prof. Asiamah Yeboah University of Costa Rica, 2012 Associate Professor Mphil Edcuational Anthony Obeng Snr Assistant Registrar Administration Frank Sampong* MSc Finance Snr. Assistant Registrar BSc Human Resource Mavis Mfum Yeboah Prin. Admin. Assistant Management Bertha Nyawour B.A Sec. and Mgt., UEW-K 2016 Snr. Admin. Asst.

HND Secretaryship & Mary Gyamfuaa Snr. Messenger Management, KsTU, 2016 * On Study leave Staff Development Currently, two members of staff are pursuing further studies (Table 2). Table 1: Members of Staff pursuing further studies Expected Programme and Field Institution and Name Year of of Study Country Completion University of Electronic Frank Ph.D. Management Science and Technology, 2020 Sarpong Science and Engineering China

Mary BBA in Human Resource Ghana Baptist University, 2019 Gyamfuaa Management Kumasi, Ghana

OFFICE OF THE PRO-VICE CHANCELLOR

The Office of the Pro-Vice Chancellor oversees academic activities of the University. It is involved in all academic and research programmes. The Office supports the Vice Chancellor in the formulation and development of strategic plans and policy initiatives to maintain the highest academic standards possible to meet both local and international standards. Currently, the Pro-Vice Chancellor performs the duties of both the Interim Vice Chancellor and Pro-Vice Chancellor.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 185 Staffing The staff strength of the Pro-Vice Chancellor’s Office is two (2) as shown in Table 2.

Table 2: Staffing

Name Qualification Positiion/Rank Prof. Asiamah PhD Marketing, Business University of Pro-Vice Chancellor Yeboah Costa Rica, 2012 Associate Professor M. A. Educational Leadership, UEW, Joseph Assan Sackey Assistant Registrar 2015

QUALITY ASSURANCE DIRECTORATE In pursuance of Kumasi Technical University’s quest for excellence and ensuring quality in all its activities, the Quality Assurance Directorate (QAD) was established to have an oversight of the highest quality of learning experience for students, maintain standards and apply international best practices in the area of teaching and research. The Directorate also excercises the oversight of the requirements of the supervisory bodies such as the National Accreditation Board (NAB); National Council for Tertiary Education (NCTE), National Board for Professional and Technician Examinations (NABPTEX). To accomplish this, the QAD has in place policies and procedures that ensure promotion of quality standards, improvement of curriculum and courses, the periodic review of programme offerings, and the development of new programmes. The Directorate is tasked to: • Manage standards and quality related activities/tasks of the University. • Develop a set of strategies for the setting up of standards/quality benchmarks/ parameters for all activities of the Institution from time to time. • Prepare, promote, and disseminate, information on standards/quality to all sections of the University through discussion at workshops and seminars. • Monitor and evaluate standards/quality measures/parameters of the Institution. • Organize orientation lectures for fresh Lecturers/Administrators and Researchers employed by the University. • Develop formats for students’ assessment of Lecturers, programmes and courses. • Prepare Annual Quality Assurance Reports and present them at seminars at the end of each academic year to the University community.

186 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University • Co-ordinate Internal Audits of the University pertaining to Quality Assurance. • Evaluate policies on Quality Assurance and their impact on the University. Staffing

The staff strength of the Quality Assurance Directorate is indicated in Table 1. Table 1: Staffing

Name Qualification Positiion/Rank PhD Pharmaceutical Dr. George Owusu- Sciences, University of Director/Snr. Lecturer Dapaah Strathclyde, UK, 2008 Senior Assistant Quality Joshua D.K. Wumbee MSc Statistics, UCC, 2004 Assurance Officer MBA (Total Quality Mgt) Michael Adu Kumi University of Professional Assistant Planning Officer Studies, Ghana, 2015

MBA Management Science, Gifty Love Cromwell Snr Administrative Yangtze University, China, (Mrs.) Assistant 2017

Joyce Adu-Amoah (Mrs.) NACVET (Private Sec) Principal Admin. Assistant

Activities of Staff

Publications • Yeboah, F. Agyemang; Ngala, R. Amadu; Bawah, A. Tijani; Asare-Anane, H.; Alidu, H.; Hamid, A-Wahab Mawuko.; Wumbee, J. Dokurugu Kwame, (2017), “Adiposity and Hyperleptinemia During the First Trimester Among Pregnant Women with Preeclampsia”, International Journal of Women's Health. Volume-9 June, 2017, pages 449-454. • Gifty Love Cromwell, (2017), “Cloud Computing: a tool for the development of SME’s”, International Journal of Emerging Science and Engineering ™ (IJESE), Volume-4 Issue-8 February 2017, pages 11-20.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 187 PLANNING UNIT The Planning Unit performs other functions to support the Vice Chancellor. They are: • Promote the service of the Unit as the Information Nerve-Centre of the University • Collect, collate, analyse and store statistical data on staff, students, equipment and structures of the University on continuous basis. • Coordinate the development of Strategic Plans for the University. • Monitor and evaluate Action Plans contained in the Strategic Plans as the implementation progresses to ensure that the various milestones are attained. • Develop in consultation with Management, the formats for reporting from time to time. • Prepare Composite Time-Tables to manage the use of lecture rooms, workshops and laboratories with class sizes and monitor use of same to promote efficiency and effectiveness. • Compute Full-Time Equivalents (FTEs) for each Department to guide the recruitment of faculty members in response to changes in student numbers.

Staffing There are three (3) members of staff at the Planning Unit (Table 1). Table 1: Staffing Name Qualification Positiion/Rank

Ebenezer Kofi MSc (Strategic Public Mgt.) Head / Snr Assistant Boakye DeMontfort University, UK, 2007 Planning Officer

MBA Strategic Mgt & Consulting, Daniel Kombat Assistant Planning Officer KNUST, 2015

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT UNIT The Business Development Unit is established under the Office of the Vice Chancellor as per the University’s Statutes. The Unit performs the following functions: • Coordinate all commercial activities of the Production Units of the Departments;

188 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University • Analyse market needs and trends, and identify and deliver marketing strategies to support the University’s programmes and initiatives; • Be in constant touch with MMDAs, industry, business community, and bid for international and local consultancy projects; • Develop and manage all non-academic commercial projects, tasks and initiatives, in close coordination with Heads of departments, Registrar and Vice Chancellor; • Undertake research, gather and analyse data on business opportunities, prepare business plans/proposals and ad hoc reports, needed for implementation of the University’s departments.

Staffing There are two (2) members of staff at the Business Development Unit (Table 1).

Table 1: Staffing Name Qualification Position/Rank Mahamadu Salia MSc (Development Policy and Business Development Planning), KNUST, Manager Yaa Amponsah Nsiah MBA (Human Resource Assistant Registrar Management), KNUST, Activities

Proposals During the period under review, the Unit submitted a number of proposals to both government and international organizations. They are as follows:

Institution Proposals Regional Coodinating Council Records keeping and Management System Refresher course on new Public Procurement Act Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly Food Safety and Hygiene to food vendors Gender Ministry Food Safety and Hygiene to food handlers of school feeding programme Ghana Education Service Training of Library Assistants for SHS Food Safety and Hygiene to food handlers of school feeding programme Local Government Services Food Safety and Hygiene to food handlers of school feeding programme Records Keeping and Management System Refresher course on new Public Procurement Act

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 189 Tourism Ministry Food Safety and Hygiene to food vendors, chop bar keepers, restaurant etc. Sanitation and Water Resource Food Safety and Hygiene to food vendors, chop bar Ministry keepers, restaurant etc. Ghana Tourism Authority Food Safety and Hygiene to food vendors, chop bar keepers, restaurant etc. UNICEF Food Safety and Hygiene to food handlers of school feeding programme World Tourism Organisation Food Safety and Hygiene to food vendors, chop bar keepers, restaurant etc.

Short Courses Plans are far advanced to roll out the 2018 short courses programmes during the long vacation. So far twenty (22) short courses have been short listed and uploaded (advertised) at the University website, facebook and whatsapp platforms of the various associations as well as individuals. This is yielding positive responses from the potential participants. Other marketing strategies are being adopted to sell the short courses to institutions and the general public. The Business Development Unit, is collaborating with Rural Enterprises Programme (REP) to train some Artisans and Farmer Based Organizations in their catchment districts. Several discussions have been going on. It is hoped that the training would be rolled out soon.

Challenges • The office needs serious refurbishment to befit the status of Business Development Unit. The curtains are old and have no visitors' chairs, while the walls are crying for paint. • Lack of a conference hall to host executive programmes impedes training activities. • Poor cooperation from some of the departments/Units • Lack of a vehicle assigned to the Unit, impedes its ability to undertake outreach activities and interact with potential participants and our partners to transact business.

Future Plans • To collaborate with departments to develop proposals to seek for funding. • To partner with departments and individuals to develop and run short courses for the general public.

190 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University PROCUREMENT UNIT

Introduction The Procurement Unit is an outfit with the responsibility of superintending procurement. The Unit is responsible for undertaking and coordinating all detailed procurement activities within the University in accordance with the Public Procurement Act, 2003 (Act 663) as amended.

Vision To be a centre of excellence in the provision of the highest possible quality of goods and services for the University.

Objective Providing value for money for the University by ensuring that funds are spent in a transparent, efficient and fair manner.

Staffing The Procurement Unit has a total of Seven (7) staff members. Data on the staff are shown in Table 6;

Table 6: Staffing Name Qualification Position/Rank Anthony Acheapong MSc Supply Chain Management) Ag. Procurement Officer Dapaah Coventry University, UK, 2013, MCIPS, UK Emmanuel Akrasi MBA Logistics & Supply Chain Snr Assistant Management, KNUST, 2012 Procurement Officer (Works/Services) Thomas Osei MBA Logistics & Supply Chain Assistant Procurement Boateng Management, KNUST, 2014 Officer (Goods) Samuel Osei BSc Business Administration, Ghana Senior Procurement Boateng Baptist University College, 2012 Assistant Edmund Owusu MSc Logistics & Supply Chain Assistant Procurement Management, KNUST, 2016 Officer Eric Boamah Yeboah BSc Procurement & Supply Chain Senior Procurement Management, UEW, 2013 Assistant Gertrude Obuobi M.A Educational Leadership, UEW, Assistant Registrar Addo 2014

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 191 Activities and Events • Effective management review and audit of the procurement, logistics and supply chain related functions. 21st – 22nd November, 2017. • Workshop on Infrastructure Procurement and Delivery Management. 17th – 18th August 2017. • Annual Internal Audit Conference. 9th –10th August 2017. • Consultancy services for the preparation of a legislative instrument for the public procurement ACT, 2003 (ACT 663) as amended – Draft Technical Regulations. March, 2018. • Unit cost of infrastructure estimator and budget tool – Trial User Guide. September, 2017.

CHALLENGES • Lack of access to Internet facilities • Less access to Vehicle • Delay in Payment

Future Plans • The staff is working very hard to have theU nit transformed to a Directorate which will be known as a Supply Chain Directorate • The best practice in procurement is to merge Procurement Unit and Stores to have a Supply Chain Directorate managed by a qualifiedP rofessional.

INDUSTRIAL LIAISON OFFICE

Introduction The Industrial Liaison Office is responsible for coordinating industrial training programmes for students and lecturers of the institution to enable them gain practical work experience in the relevant industries.

Vision To be a centre of excellence for coordinating competency-based training and education between the University and industry.

192 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Mission Promoting excellent work-based practice learning for competency based training and education for the Technical University’s students and lecturers to gain work- based practice experience.

Objectives The objectives of the Office are to: • collaborate with industries and work in partnership to promote work-based practice learning experience for students and lecturers; • ensure effective planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of industrial attachment policies and procedures for best practice.

Management of the Office The Office is managed by an Acting Liaison Officer with the support of an Assistant Registrar as shown in Table 1. Table 1: Management of the Office Name Qualification Position/Rank

MA Social Work – The University of Ag Liaison Rita Gyawu (Mrs.) Birmingham UK, 2009 Officer Ambrose Amoah- MA International Affairs, University of Assistant Ashyiah Ghana, Legon, 2009 Registrar Challenges • Inadequate funding to monitor the industrial attachment activities effectively. • Unavailability of vehicle. • Lack of administrative secretary to support the administrative work. • Insufficient office equipment.

Future Plans The Office plans to: • Intensify collaborations with more industries, departments and other institutions to sign more MOU for the institution. • Organize workshops and training for students, industrial attachment coordinators, practice assessors and work-based supervisors on industrial attachment policy and Handbook, and how to use them after Academic Board’s approval.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 193 CAREER DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

Introduction The Career Development Unit undertakes tracer studies, training for students in self-management and career development. It also coordinates Alumni activities.

Vision To become a strong and effective unit, with reliable database of past students (Alumni) and assisting them to help their alma mater.

Objectives • To provide training for students in self –management and career development. • To seek linkages with other institutions for further studies/employment. • To promote tracer activities. • To develop a strong alumni and serve as an internal centre for coordinating its activities.

Challenge The office has no Career Development Officer.

194 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University PROFILE OF THE OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR

Introduction The Office of the Registrar, headed by the Registrar, is responsible for all administrative activities in the University. It offers secretarial services (or supervises such service) to Council, the Academic Board, and the Welfare Services Board. It also serves the faculties and all departments as well as the general public. The Office of the Registrar comprises the following Units with heads who are responsible to the Registrar. • Registrar’s Secretariat • General Administration • Human Resource • Academic Affairs • Public AffairsU nit • Legal • Records • Welfare • Security Services • Transport

Vision To become motivated and committed administrative staff with excellent service delivery to support the University as the preferred tertiary institution by most students.

Mission To implement systems, strategies, and policies that will propel the Technical University become an excellent tertiary institution.

Registrar’s Secretariat The Registrar’s Secretariat is the pivot around which all administrative work revolves. The Registrar is assisted directly by one Assistant Registrar and one Senior Administrative Assistant (Table 1). They offer secretarial and basic administrative support to the Registrar.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 195 Table 1: Staff of the Registrar’s Secretariat Name Qualification Position/Rank Abraham Annan Adjei CANDPOLIT (MPhil) Admin. and Ag. Registrar Organisational Science Uni. of Bergen, 1999 Jason Kobina Arku MBA Strategic Management & Assistant Consulting, KNUST,2014 Registrar Rosemond Benily Dadzie Graduate Diploma in Mgt Studies Snr. Admin. Asst. (ICM), 2015 Promotion, Recruitment and Staff Development Currently, nine (9) members of staff are pursuing further studies in various institutions within and outside Ghana (Table 2). Table 5: Number of staff members pursuing further studies Name Programme and Field of Institution and Expected Study Country Year of Completion Jenkins A. Asaah PhD Management Science UESTC, China 2020 and Engineering Frank Sampong PhD Management Science UESTC, China 2020 and Engineering Catherine Sarsah HND, Secretaryship and Kumasi Technical 2019 Management University Oteng Asare-Yaw HND, Secretaryship and Kumasi Technical 2018 Management University Sampson Amoah HND, Secretaryship and Kumasi Technical 2018 Management University Alhassan Fatumata Master’s in Business Valley View 2018 Administration University, Ghana Priscilla Boaitey Master’s in Business Valley View 2018 Administration University, Ghana Adwoa Serwaa PhD Geography Trinity College, 2019 Ofori Dublin, U.K Charles Obeng- PhD Development Studies KNUST, Ghana 2018 Sarpong

Challenges Among the challenges of the Registrar’s office are: • Inadequate facilities such as office space, computers, unstable internet connectivity

196 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University • Difficulties in getting the staff members studying abroad to submit their progress report. • Inadequate number of staff.

GENERAL ADMINISTRATION UNIT The General Administration Unit is one of the core functionary units under the Registrar’s Office. The roles of the unit include the following: • Liaise between the Academic AffairsU nit and the Registrar’s office • StaffR etirement • Post Retirement contracts • End-of-Service Awards • Convocation Matters • Security Matters • General Supervision of Main Registry Staff The staff profile of the General Administration Unit is as given in Table 1.1. Table 1.1. General Administration Unit Name Qualification Position/Rank R. K. Antwi-Adjei MA Adult Education, University Head /Snr. Asst. of Ghana, Legon, 2006 Registrar Mercy Owusu Sarpong HND Secretaryship, KPoly, 2011 Snr. Admin. Assistant

ACADEMIC AFFAIRS UNIT The Academic Affairs Unit is among the four broad Units under the Registry. The Unit consists of two sections: Examinations and Admissions. The head of the Academic Affairs Unit has a direct responsibility for the Examinations Section and in addition has oversight responsibility for the Admissions Section. The Admissions Section is also headed by a Senior Assistant Registrar. The functions of the Academic Affairs Unit include the following: • Organizing meetings of the Academic Board and Executive Committee. • Undertaking the organization and supervision of End-of-Semester examinations; • Liaising with HODs/Deans and the planning office in the preparation of Semester Time Table;

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 197 • Liaising with the Department and Faculty Examinations Officers in the preparation of Examination Time Table; • Liaising with the Examinations Audit Committee for the audit of the Examination Results for onwards submission to the Academic Board; • Coordinating the compilation of Broadsheets from the departments for onwards submission to NABPTEX for certification; • Meeting with Department for Faculty Examination Officers to plan strategies for effective organization of End-of-Semester Examination; • Certifying certificates and transcripts for applicants; • Receiving and documents application forms for admission purposes; • Verifying applicants Secondary/Technical/Vocational School Examination results from the WAEC office; • Liaising with NABPTEX on all issues pertaining to the printing of certificates for graduate students; • Operating and managing of student files; • Undertaking the verification of results/transcripts and certificates of students upon request; • Liaises with the students Affairs Office for the production of students I.D cards; • Organizing of Matriculations.

Staffing The staff profile of the Academic Affairs Unit is as given in Table 1.2. Table 1.2: Staffing Name Qualification Position/Rank Abraham Annan Adjei CANDPOLIT (MPhil) Admin. Head / Deputy and Organisational Science, Uni. Registrar of Bergen, 1999 Kenneth Abdul Karim MBA Strategic Mgt & Snr Asst. Registrar – consulting, KNUST, 2010 Academics Akwasi Sarfo Agyemang MBA Strategic Mgt, KNUST, Asst. Registrar - 2014 Students’ Affairs Kwakye-Okyere Michael MSC Technological Economy Snr. Admin Asst. Kwabena and Mgt. 2017 Musah Wasila BA Mgt. Studies, 2017 Snr Admin. Asst.

198 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University ADMISSION’S OFFICE The Admissions and Students Records Office admit applicants who declare their intention to enroll in the institution upon satisfactory completion/meeting of all admission requirements set forth by the Technical University. The office provides accurate and up-to-date admissions and course information in all publications of the University. Again, the office keeps and updates students’ records at all levels.

Activities The Office Prepares detailed academic entry requirements for each programme for advertisement in the national dailies on the sales of Admission/Application forms. • Assisting the prospective applicants to select the right programme of study. • Responding to enquiries on admission requirements for various courses offered by theU niversity. • Opening of students personal folders for Admissions Office (keeping of Students Records). • Receiving hard copies of application forms for admission purposes. • Generating of students’ index numbers. • Verification of results/certificates of students from WAEC. • Organizing of matriculation ceremony.

Staffing The staff profile of the Admissions Office is made up of the following (Table 1.3). Table 1.3: Staffing Name Qualification Position/Rank Solomon Boakye-Duah MA Educational Leadership, Head / Snr Assistant UEW, 2011 Registrar William Amofa MBA Human Resource, KNUST, Assistant Registrar 2013 Regina Danquah B.A. Business Admin, GBUC, Senior Admin. Assistant 2013 Vida Frimpomaa Akuoko HND Sec. & Mgt. Studies KsTU, Snr. Clerk 2016

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 199 HUMAN RESOURCE UNIT The Human Resource Unit is among the Departments under the Registrar’s Office. It performs several functions including the following: • Management of Staff records • Collating job application letters for shortlisting. • Organizing recruitment, upgrading, and promotions interviews. • Processing of appointment, upgrading and promotion letters. • Collating staff appraisal reports • Processing of staff leave • Staff training and development The Staff profile of the Unit is as given in Table 1.4. Table 1.4: Human Resource Management Unit Names Qualification Position/Rank Ama K. Boakye-Nti MBA (HRD), UCC, 2008. Head /Snr Asstistant (Mrs.) Registrar Florence E. Aflakpui MBA (HRD), KNUST, 2009. Snr Asstistant (Mrs) Registrar Rev. (Mrs) Elikplim MSC Engineering and Asstistant Registrar Dagba Management, KNUST, 2013 Lydia Amponsah MA Human Resource Management, Principal Admin Asst. UCC, 2017. Edwina T. K. Nya-Adie BSc(Business Admin), GBUC, 2015. Principal Admin Asst.

Public Affairs Unit The Public Affairs Unit falls under the Central Administration of the University and is primarily responsible for planning, organizing and managing programmes and activities which enhance the flow of communication between the University and its publics. The schedules of the Department can be summed up to include the following: • Media Relations • University Publications • Official functions • Public Relations support for management • Information/ communication granting permission for filming, photography and hoisting of banners • University website management

200 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University • Protocol assistance and tourism promotion The above schedules are performed through the following units: • Public Relations Unit • Protocol Unit • Publications Unit • Alumni Affairs

Staffing The staff profile of the Public Affairs Units as given in Table 1.5. Table 1.5.: The staff profile of the Public Affairs Unit Name Qualification Position/Rank Charles Obeng-Sarpong MBA (HRM), KNUST, 2009 P.R.O./ Snr. Asst. Registrar Charles A. Yiadom MA, (Art Education), KNUST. Head of Publications/ 2003 Asst. Registrar Elizabeth Sekyi-White MBA (HRM) , Sikkim Manipal Ag. Protocol Officer / University, 2014 Asst. Registrar Joshua Appiah M.A. (Publishing Studies), Asst. Registrar KNUST, 2016 (Graphic Designer) Emmanuel Kwadwo Opoku M. A. (Graphic Communication Asst. Registrar Design,), KNUST, 2016 (Graphic Designer) Edna B. Adjei Bediako B.A Management Studies, UCC, Snr Administrative 2008 Assistant

LEGAL UNIT

Introduction The Legal Unit was established in June 2011 as part of the Vice Chancellor’s initiative to handle the Institution’s legal issues and also advise Management on issues that border on legal matters. The Legal Unit is also licensed by the General Legal Council as a Law Chamber that can initiate action in court and other paralegal Institutions. Newly called lawyers may have their pupilage at the Legal Unit and the Unit can admit law students for attachment. The Legal Unit has a library which is well stocked with Law Reports, Laws of Ghana and other law books and journals

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 201 Vision To provide the Institution with professional legal advice in a timely and efficient manner.

Mission To work closely with Management as efficiently as possible to reduce unwarranted litigation and cost to the Institution.

Staffing Table 1.5: The staff profile of the Legal Unit Name Qualification Rank Joana Yeboah-Gyan BA (HONS) Sociology and Head of Legal Unit / Snr. (Mrs.) Law, LLB/BL Assistant Registrar Mercy Apaloo M.A Human Resource Assistant Registrar Management, UCC, Achievements • The Unit has been able to come out with some policies such as Security Policy and Study leave policy for the Institution. • As part of the requirement for the Institution to be converted into Technical University, the Unit has drafted agreements between some Faculties and some identified industries.

WELFARE UNIT

Introduction The welfare of both staff and students is of paramount interest to Kumasi Technical University. Hence, Management is committed to improving the social, intellectual, psychological, and economic environment of members of the University community. The Unit provides the following services among others: • Health and Safety issues • Welfare Services/schemes • Dispute settlement/Resolution • Bereavement Services • Processing of retirement benefits

202 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Staffing The office is headed by a Welfare Officer, Mrs. Mary Safowaa Akom (MBA Human Resourece, KNUST, 2010).

RECORDS UNIT The Records Unit was established in May, 2013 as part of the Vice Chancellor’s initiative to promote the management and use of records. To ensure the effective and efficient management of the records life cycle, the Ag. Registrar bridged the gap between the Records Unit and the Main Registry (records section) on the 10th of October, 2015. The Unit performs the following functions among others: • Handling all correspondences (inward and outward) of the Technical University; • Ensuring proper file management (filing documents, storage of files, creating of new files, updating of file index); • Developing effective control system for files (file census, file transit, temporary files, maintenance of the files); • Closing files and transfer to theA rchives section; • Ensuring authentic, reliable and usable records are created, capable of supporting business functions and activities; • Complying with statutory and regulatory requirements affecting the use and retention of records; • Protecting the interest of Kumasi Technical University, its staff, students and the Technical University community by maintaining high quality documentation for appropriate length of time; • Supporting decision making by making accurate and reliable documentation accessible; • Preserving the corporate memory of the Institution by managing and preserving records of historical, administrative and legal significance.

Staffing The staff strength of the Records Unit is given in table 1.6.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 203 Table 1.6: Staffing Name Qualification Position / Rank Head /Assistant Osei-Wusu Bempah MBA,( Marketing KNUST, 2009 Registrar Sampson Amoah DBS, Kpoly, 2009 Snr Clerk

Yaw Oteng Asare WASSCE, 2000 Snr. Messenger

Activities of Staff of the Registrar’s Office

Publications Abraham Annan Adjei, R.K. Antwiadjei-Manu, Gifty Aformanor (2017). Survey of Perception on Domestic Tourism in Ghana-A Case Study of Kumasi Technical University: Academic Research Publishing Group (Accepted).

SECURITY SERVICES

Introduction The issue of security in every establishment especially an academic institution cannot be over-emphasized. This stems from the fact that for a secure environment is needed to promote effective teaching and learning, there is the need for a good security network to protect both lives and properties.

Vision To be an avenue for providing an effective system and network capable of ensuring the safety of all Kumasi Technical University Staff, Students and properties.

Objectives To develop, train and maintain a disciplined, professional Security Unit capable of carrying out its assigned role and tasks as envisaged by the University.

Staffing The Staff strength of the University Security is shown in Table 1.8.

204 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Table 1.8: Staffing Name Total Remarks Senior Security Officer 1 Head of Security Junior Security Assistants 2 1 acts as Deputy Head of Security 1 acts as Supervisor Senior Security Guards 13 Security Guards 31 Staff Development and Recruitment Security Private Paul Kojo Duku and Security Doreen Asiamah are currently pursuing HND Accounting and Diploma in management studies respectively at Kumasi Technical University.

Challenges The current staff strength of the Unit does not augur well for effective policing on the University properties scattered all around (Danyame, Adako Jachie, Bomso, Pease, etc). With retirement, resignation and terminations of appointments taking its toll on the strength.

Future Plans The units intends to carry out a refresher training for the guards in the course of the year. The training is to help the security guards to be effective and efficient to enable the unit to carry out its assigned tasks.

CLINIC

Introduction The Technical University Clinic was established with the sole purpose of promoting better health care for members of Kumasi Technical University and its environs. The University Clinic has come a long way since its inception in 1988 with the provision of first aid to students. Now, it can boast of a facility that caters for the health needs of members of the Institution. With the Institution's current status as a Technical University, it is anticipated that the clinic will be upgraded to an accredited public health facility.

Vision To be a well-established health service provider for the Technical university community and beyond.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 205 Objectives • To provide quality health care to the University community. • To improve on the diagnosis and management of medical conditions. • To assist in the improvement of the environmental sanitation of the University. • To encourage healthy lifestyle choices through education, with the aim of improving the general well-being of the University community.

Staffing The Staff strength of the University Clinic is shown in Table 1.9. Table 1.9: Staffing Name Qualifications Position / Rank Dr Natasha Asamoah MPH (Population & Reproductive Acting Director of health) KNUST,2015; MB. ChB, health Services/ Senior KNUST,2007 Medical Officer Dr Ben A. Gorman MSc. (Oncology) University of Senior Medical Officer Nottingham; MB. ChB (Locum) Mattew O. Addae BSc. (Nursing) Korle Bu, 2018 Senior Nursing Officer (locum) Rosemary W. Nawin BSc (Nursing) Christian Service Senior Nursing Officer University College, 2016 (locum) Lucy-Linda Osei BSc (Nursing) University of Nursing Officer (locum) Ghana 2014 Sarah Dapaah Certificate in Nursing, Premier, Staff Nurse 2002 Esther Minneaux Health Assistant Health Assistant Sagoe Grace Middle School Leaving Certificate Cleaner

Services Provided • Out- patient care • Detention and observation • Medical examinations for first year students • Health education and promotion

Challenges • Inadequate number of nurses • Lack of a qualified and permanent pharmacist to supervise the dispensary

206 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University • Lack of permanent dispensing technicians • Lack of a biostatistician to manage the hospital records • Lack of a functioning laboratory to enhance the diagnosis of medical conditions. • Lack of equipment for resuscitation and emergency care Transport. • No means of transport for the operations of the clinic.

Future Plans The University Clinic plans to: • Employ and train more health personnel • Get the clinic accredited and registered as a Public health facility • Register the facility with the National Health Insurance Scheme • Generate income internally to enable the facility obtain better equipment thereby improving the quality of health care • Set up a casualty or health post at the Adako Jachie campus • Obtain an ambulance for referral of emergency cases

TRANSPORT OFFICE

Introduction The Transport Unit is under the Office of the Registrar and has been in existence since the establishment of the Institution. The Unit is in charge of the transportation needs of the University. The Unit therefore, ensures that the University’s fleet of vehicles are in good condition to be able to transport both members of staff and students for official duties across the length and breadth of the county.

Vehicular Population There are 39 vehicles (of different make and ages) in the University. • Six (6) new Nissan Navara Pick-ups and one 58 Tata Seater Bus have been acquired by the University. • The (4) old Pick-ups with X registration numbers and the Toyota Pick-up with registration number GV 469 V which were broken down on different mechanical problems have been rehabilitated and are being used for the internal activities.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 207 Staffing The Unit has a Snr. Assist. Registrar, Transport Assistant and an Administrative Assistant. There are nineteen (19) drivers (Table 1.10). Table 1.10: Staffing Name Qualification Position Beatrice Lardy Asaah MA Educ. Leadership, UEW, Snr. Assist. Registrar 2012 Festus Barima Okyere M.V.T III, KPoly, 2014 Transport Assistant Victoria Naamogtan B.SC (Management), 2015 Snr. Administrative Assistant Stephen Boakye MLSC Chief Driver Daniel Yaw Agyeman MLSC Snr Driver Emmanuel K. Ohemeng MLSC Snr Driver Meseck K. Boateng MLSC Snr Driver Tony Oppong Kyekyeku MLSC Snr Driver Daniel Awuni MLSC Snr Driver Daniel Nukuku MLSC Snr Driver Jonas Kabore MLSC Snr Driver Gideon Asare Tetteh MLSC Snr Driver Martin K. Baah MLSC Snr Driver Emmanuel Ackom MLSC Snr Driver Victor Adu MLSC Snr Driver Nana Owusu Sekyere MLSC Driver Grade I Kwabena Kyei MLSC Driver Grade I Alex Boateng MLSC Driver Grade I John Bonkena MLSC Driver Grade I Samuel Kofi Owusu MLSC Driver Grade I Kamara Dini MLSC Driver Grade I

208 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University WORKS AND PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT DIRECTORATE

Introduction The Directorate was established in 2012 to cater for all infrastructural development projects of the University. The Directorate comprises the following Sections: • Physical Development • Estate and Municipal Services

Vision To be the central point of construction development activities of the University, providing state of the art facilities that comply with relevant standards.

Objective To develop, modernize and maintain building facilities and infrastructure of the University that meet relevant standards.

Management of the Directorate The Directorate is headed by a Director, assisted by a Deputy Director. The secretariat of the Directorate is shown in Table 1. Table 1: Management of the Directorate Name Qualification Position Felix H. Mensah MSc Construction, Coventry University- Director UK, 2000 Divine Comla MSc Land Administration, International Deputy Director Sekyere Training Centre, Holland, 2003 Bertha Letsa MA leadership, Winneba - 2013 Assistant Registrar Activities Activities within the Directorate fall into two main categories: • Capital Projects • Maintenance Services Challenges General constraints of funds and current restriction of recruitment of new staff continue to impact negatively on the operations of the Directorate. The major challenges are centred on; • Procurement of appropriate software and equipment for design/project.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 209 • Recruitment of staff for services engineering, physical planning and infrastructure development.

PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT UNIT The Physical Development Unit comprises four (4) sections: • Architecture (Physical Planning) • Civil/Construction and Services Engineering • Land Surveying • Quantity Surveying

Objectives The objectives of the section is to: • Be involved in the entire construction development circle, which commences from inception, through design to on-site construction. • Ensure the construction of state-of-the-art facilities that comply with statutory regulations as far as possible • Provide the most appropriate environment for teaching and learning.

Staffing The Section has four (4) members of staff with a sectional head as shown in the Table 2. Table 2: Staffing

Name Qualification Position Nana Yaa Adusa- MBA Finance, BSc. Civil Head, Assistant Dev’t Poku Engineering, KNUST, 2010 Officer (Structural Engineer) George Koomson MSc Geological Engineering, Asst. Dev’t Officer University of Mines and Technology, (Land Surveyor) Tarkwa, Dip. Mines Surveying, 2011 Evans Usman MPhil Architecture Studies, KNUST, Assistant Dev Officer Asigri 2016 (Architecture )

Ali Boateng MBA, Logistics & Supply Chain Assist Dev’t Officer Mgt., KNUST, 2012 (quantity Surveyor)

210 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Activities The current state of ongoing/proposed projects being undertaken by the Directorate is as follows: • Construction of 4-storey classroom block for Faculty of Built and Natural Environment at Adako Jachie • Landscaping of CREK at Pease • Conversion of classroom into computer lab for Marketing Department • Survey boundary and picking spot height for proposed Market at Adako Jachie.

ESTATE AND MUNICIPAL SERVICES SECTION

Introduction The Estates and Municipal Services Department EMSD( ), otherwise known as the Facilities Management Department is currently structured into the following five (5) sections, namely: • The Estate/Facilities Management Section, • The Municipal Services (Environmental Sanitation) Section • The Maintenance Section. • The Facilities Management –Adako Jachie Campus. • Health and Safety Section The efficiency of an organization depends to some extent on the nature and status of its physical facilities and environment. The cost of physical facility acquisition and development as well as their management is very paramount in every educational institution in creating a conducive atmosphere for uninterrupted academic programs. The need for a body to oversee these issues is indispensable in the life of an institution like Kumasi Technical University. It is in recognition of these that the Estate and Municipal Services Department exists for the effective management of land and buildings, the physical environment as well as all ancillary facilities of the University.

Objective The Estates and Municipal Services Department’s main objective is to provide and maintain a safe and healthy environment for the occupants of the University

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 211 premises (academic , residential, social and others etc) in accordance with the mission statement of the institution. For the achievement of the set objective, Estate and Municipal Services Department aims to: • Provide a prompt and efficient day-to-day maintenance service of properties, facilities and all equipment being used to promote academic work in the University. • Provide value for money services to members of the University Community. • Provide the opportunity for the staff and students to be involved in decision making processes on issues concerning the use of all kinds of school properties for academic work. • Provide relevant information to the University community concerning the use of properties. • Ensure compliance to all legal and regulatory instruments as well as codes of good practice concerning acquisition, development, utilization maintenance and disposal of properties, that affect all categories of staff especially the physically challenged.

Staffing The Estate and Municipal Services Department is headed by the Deputy Director of Works and Physical Development. There are in all a total of sixty-seven (67) staff members. A summary of the staff categories is shown in Table 1.

Table 1: Staffing Category Total Remark Estate Officer(Deputy Director Of Works) 1 At post Senior Member 1 At post. Senior Staff 7 All at post Junior staff 58 At post TOTAL 67 All at post Promotion and Recruitment Due to the transition to Technical University, quite a number of staff of the Estate and Municipal Services department who were due for promotion could not be promoted. It is anticipated that they would be promoted in the next academic year.

212 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Accommodation

Residential Accommodation. The University is able to house only about 7% of the total staff population. There are 60 units of accommodation scattered all over the city out of which fifteen (15) are rented.

Increasing the stock of Residential Accommodation There is an increase in the demand for accommodation by all categories of staff in recent times and it is very imperative for the institution to introduce a housing scheme to increase its stock of housing for staff in the years ahead.

University Land Acquisitions

Danyame Land The University is negotiating with the Lands Commission which has agreed to offer a certificate of allocation to the University to cover the Danyame lands.

Adako Jachie Land A request has been submitted to the Regional Lands Commission and Manhyia for the lease on the Adako Jachie Land to be prepared after we have finished preparing the Cadastral plan.

Asokwa Land The lease for the Asokwa land is completed.

Suame Land The University has paid for a site at Suame Magazine for a technical training center for the Auto Department. The construction of a fence wall to protect the land before the project commences is in progress. The management of the University paid a visit to the Tafohene's palace to brief him about the project which will be commencing in due time.

Amakom School Land Management has asked the Survey Department to prepare a cadastral plan as was done in the cases of Danyame and Adako Jachie for the documentation of the Amakom land.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 213 Acquisition of New Sites-

Kuntanase Relocation Site The lease for the three hundred acre (300Acre) land being acquired at Kuntanase has been completed. The University has taken delivery of the 50-year lease from the lands commission.

Pease Entrepreneurship and Industrial Village The lease for the Two Hundred Acres (200 Acre) land at Piase is ready. The construction of the Renewable Energy Centre has been completed.

Maintenance Works Renovation of Bungalow Numbers 57and 56 were done at Danyame and work is on-going at Bungalow number 59, Danyame.

Capital Projects The faculty building for the Built and Natural Environment FBNE( ) is under construction at Adako Jachie campus the project is expected to be completed before the commencement of the next academic year 2018/2019.

Challenges Some major challenges facing the Estate and Municipal Services are: • Procurement delays. • Vehicles to move supervisors around various sites to monitor and inspect works and materials on site. • No sectional heads for the various sections. • Basic equipment such as hedge trimmers, scaffold for works on high buildings, terrazzo cleaners, and driven lawn mowers etc. which are capable of ensuring efficient and effective work at a faster rate.

214 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University PROFILE OF THE FINANCE DIRECTORATE

Introduction The Finance Directorate gives advice, direction, guidance and support to the University’s Council through the Vice Chancellor. In accordance with all the statutory financial enactments, the Directorate also ensures strict compliance with all statutory obligations and external financial reporting requirements, liaising with Internal and External Auditors. This enables the Directorate to manage the finances of the Institution, which enhances the delivery of teaching and research work as ascribed by the University’s vision. The Finance Directorate consists of seven units, viz: • Office of the Director of Finance • Main Accounts • Budget and Payroll • Treasury • Commercial Unit • Stores • Monitoring Unit

Vision To be an avenue for cost effectiveness, efficiency and professional financial service for responsible financial management of the University.

Objectives The objectives of the Office is to: • Provide day-to-day financial services to the University, its faculties, departments, students and staff. • Provide budgets, forecasts and advises the Council on the trends in the University’s income and expenditure. • Provide monthly Revenue and Payment returns to the relevant regulatory bodies.

Staffing The Directorate has thirty (30) permanent staff members (Table 1).

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 215 Table 1: Staffing (Office of the Director of Finance) Name Qualification Position/Rank Nana Awuah MPHIL – Business Consulting and Director of Finance Dapaah Enterprise Risk Management – KNUST (2017), ICA (GH) (2004), MICA (GH) (2006) James Osei ICA (GH) (2016), ACCA (2014) – Kaplan Deputy Director of Brobbey (UK) MBA Finance, Lincoln University, UK, Finance 2006 Eunice Nkansah MBA Strategic Management (2016), KNUST Assistant Registrar

Main Accounts Office Name Qualification Position/Rank Isaac Owusu Ansah MBA (Finance), Ghana Telecom Senior Accountant in University, 2014, MICA (GH), 2013, Charge of Operations FCCA (2008) – Kaplan Financial (UK) Ernest Opoku MPHIL (Finance) (2016) - KNUST, ICA Accountant in charge Amankwah (GH) (2013) of Provident Fund Martin Kwesi Eduafo MICA (GH) (2014), MBA (Finance) Accountant UEW, B.COM (2006) – University of Cape Coast, Nana Serwaa Boateng BSc (Accounting) (2010) – University Principal Accounting College of Education, Winneba Assistant Edward Arthur HND (Accountancy) (2010) – Kumasi Senior Accounting Polytechnic Assistant

Accounts Payable Name Qualification Position/Rank Obed Donald Otoo MBA (Accounting) (2016) – KNUST Accountant Alexander Osei BTech Computerized Accounting, Principal Accounting Kumasi Tech. Univ., 2017, ICA (GH) Assistant III (2009)

Payroll Name Qualification Position/Rank Isaac Francis MICA (GH)(2013), ACCA (2012) – Kaplan (UK), Antwi MBA (Finance) (2010) – University of Wales (UK) Snr. Accountant Thomas Tiboh MBA (Finance) (2015) – KNUST, ICA (II) (GH) Accountant (2013

216 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Treasury Name Qualification Position/Rank Abraham MSc Management Science Accountant Gyekye (2017), ICA (GH) (2012), BSc Administration (Accounting) (2014) – Ghana Baptist University College Ryan Jochebed MBA (Finance) (2016) UEW – Accountant Kumasi Campus, BSc (Accounting) (2012) – University College of Education Frank Konadu BSc (Accounting) (2015) – KNUST Senior Accounting Assistant in charge of Fashion Production Unit Hagar Asiedu BSc (Accounting) (2014) – Senior Accounting Assistant Presbyterian University

Stores Name Qualification Position/Rank Kakraba Ben MBA Logistics and Supply Chain Senior Assistant Procurement Komla Mgt – KNUST, 2012 Officer Mrs. Christina MSc (Supply Chain Management) Senior Assistant Procurement Okai (2012) – Coventry University (UK) Officer Daniel Agyei BTech (Computerized Accounting, Senior Accounting Assistant 2014 Theresa L. BSc (Marketing) (2013) – Ghana Senior Accounting Assistant Frimpong Baptist University, Kumasi Martin Awuni SSCE, 2006 Stores Assistant

Monitoring Unit Name Qualification Position/Rank James Owusu MBA (Accounting) (2013) – KNUST Accountant Francis Adu ICSA (UK) Finalist (1999) Chief Accounting Assistant

Restaurant Name Qualification Position/Rank Afua Boahemaa Owusu B.Com (2014) – University Senior Accounting Assistant of Cape Coast

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 217 Budget and Asset Management Name Qualification Position/Rank Kwaku Asiedu MBA(Accounting) (2015) – University College of Accountant Education Linda Sakyiwaa MPhil (Finance) (2017), MBA (Finance) (2015) - Accountant University College of Education, Winneba

Faculties Name Qualification Position/Rank Ernestina MBA (Finance) (2013) – KNUST Accountant Konadu Emmanuel MBA (Accounting )(2016) – UEW – Kumasi Accountant Obeng Berko Campus, BSc (Administration) (2013) – Ghana Baptist University Amoanyi Kofi ICA (GH) (2016), BSc Accounting (2014) Accountant Daniel Obed Donald MBA (Accounting) (2016) – KNUST Accountant Otoo Andrews ICA (GH)II (2015), B’Tech Computerized Senior Accounting Boateng Accounting (2013) - Kumasi Polytechnic Assistant

Staff Development Professional Development - Currently, the Finance Directorate can boast of Eighteen (18) Senior Members out of which Eight (8) are Chartered Accountants.

Challenge • Unstable network connection. • Maintenance contract on SAGE ERP has expired since March 31st 2018. • Inadequate office space.

Future Plans • The Directorate intends to embark on intensive training in the year 2018 to equip staff for the expected needs of the Technical University. • Operation of the Halls of Residence - in line with the decentralization, the Directorate intends to run the Halls of Resident as a business unit. In the light of this, The Directorate plans to work with stakeholders to create congenial environment for our students who reside in the Halls of Resident.

218 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University PROFILE OF THE INTERNAL AUDIT DIRECTORATE

Introduction Section 16 of the Internal Audit Agency Act, 2003 (658) and section 83 (1) of the Public Financial Management Act, 2016 (Act 921) require the establishment of Internal Audit Units or Departments in Public Sector institutions including Kumasi Technical University. The Directorate carries out periodic internal audits of the University in line with standards and procedures provided by the Internal Audit Agency (IAA) and submit reports to the Audit Committee of the Council through the Vice Chancellor for action. Activities of the Directorate are grouped under six (6) operational areas namely: • Operational/Governance Audit • Information Technology (IT) Audit • Compliance Audit • Management Audit • Risk Management ; and • Special Investigation Vision To be an avenue of “Last Resort” for independent and objective assurance on the Institution’s Internal Controls, Risk Management and Governance Processes. Mission Providing objective and relevant assurance and consulting services that result in value addition and improvement in the institution’s operations. Objectives The Directorate is mandated by Section 83 of the Public Financial Management Act, 2016 (Act 921) to: • Appraise and report on the soundness and application of controls in the Institution; • Evaluate the effectiveness of the risk management and governance process of the University; • Provide assurance on the efficiency, effectiveness and economy in the use of resources; and • Evaluate compliance of the institution with enactments policies, standards, systems and procedures.

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 219 Generally, the objectives of the Directorate are to: • Provide essential support to management and assist in fulfilling its responsibilities and • Help improve the financial and operationalM anagement of the Technical University through quality internal audit delivery

Staffing The Directorate has Eleven (11) members of staff as shown in Table 1. Table 1: Staffing Name Qualification Position/Rank Stephen Dwamena MBA- Finance, University of Director Kwakye Leicester UK; 2005, MSc- Finance, London South Bank University, UK, 2008 ACCA, F.C.C.A, AT-Emile Woolf College, UK; 2003. Asare-Baffour Frempong MBA- Accounting. KNUST, Ghana Snr. Asst. Internal , 2012 Auditor Dennis Manu MBA- Accounting , KNUST, Ghana, Snr. Asst. Internal 2012 Auditor Rose Yankah (Mrs.) MBA, Finance, KNUST, Ghana, Asst. Internal 2013 Auditor Helena Opoku Owusu- MBA Accounting , KNUST, Ghana, Asst. Internal Ansah (Mrs) 2013 Auditor Agartha Obeng MBA- Accounting, Ghana, Assist. Internal Coventry University, UK.,2013 Auditor Kwame Dapaah Boakye BSc – Accounting , University of Principal Audit Cape Coast, 2011 Assistant Bismark Antwi BSc – Accounting, Baptist Snr. Audit Assistant University College, Ghana, 2013 Akua Korankyewaa* BSc – Accounting, University of Snr. Audit Assistant Education-Winneba , 2014 Diana Fosuaa BSc.- Administration, University of Audit Assistant Ghana, Legon, Accra. 2008 Hagar Owusu BSc Human Resource, Ghana Snr Administrative Baptist University College, Assistant * On study leave

220 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University Staff Development and Training • Mr. Stephen Dwamena Kwakye (Director) participated in conference organized by Institute of Chartered Accountants (ICA) on the theme, “Risk Based Internal Auditing” on 15th to 16th November 2017 at La Palm Royal Beach Hotel, Accra. • Mr. Stephen Dwamena Kwakye (Director) participated in Association of Certified Chattered Accountants (ACCA) Conference on the theme: “The Impact of Socio-economic trends on the future of Finance and Business in Africa” from 6th to 8th December 2017 at The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa Conference Centre (UNECA) Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. • Mr. Stephen Dwamena Kwakye (Director) participated in 2018 Training workshop of Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) on the theme, “Improving Audit Efficiency” on 28th February, 2018 at Conference room at CLOGSAG Building, Ministries, Accra. • Mr. Stephen Dwamena Kwakye (Director) participated in ISACA Annual Conference on the theme, “Adoption of ISACA by Laws” at UDS Accra Guest House, adjacent the National CID Headquarter, Osu, Accra on 9th March, 2018. • Mr. Stephen Dwamena Kwakye (Director) participated in Continue Professional Development (CPD) Conference organized by Association of Certified Chattered Accountants (ACCA) on the theme: “Public Sector Enterprise Risk Management/Payroll and Procured” at Controller and Accountant Training School on 19th April, 2018 at Dansoman, Accra. • Mr. Stephen Dwamena Kwakye (Director) participated in Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Conference on the theme: “Impact of Leadership on Institution Governance” on 18th April, 2018 at Internal Conference Centre, Accra. • Mr. Stephen Dwamena Kwakye (Director) participated in National Council for Tertiary Education (NCTE) Workshop on the theme: “EfficientA llocation and Utilization of Public Funds on Tertiary Institutions” on 24th April, 2018 at Mensvic Hotel, East Legon, Accra. • Mr. Stephen Dwamena Kwakye (Director) participated in National Council for Tertiary Education (NCTE) Forum on the theme: “Budget Implementation Instructions” at NCTE Conference Centre on 25th April, 2018 at Accra. • Mr. Stephen Dwamena Kwakye (Director) and Mrs. Rose Yankah (Assistant Internal Auditor) participated in Institute of Internal Audit 2018 International Conference on the Theme: “Connecting the World through Innovation” at 4th to 11th May World Trade Centre, Dubai. • Mr. Stephen Dwamena Kwakye (Director) participated in Institute of Chartered Accountants (ICA-Ghana) Conference on 26th May to 1st June,

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 221 2018 on the theme: Professional Collaboration against Corruption in Ghana at Accra. • Ms. Akua Korankyewaa is at Yangtze University on scholarship to study MSc. Technological Economy and Management and is expected to complete in 2019. The following members are pursuing the Institute of Chartered Accountants Ghana Professional Programme and are at the final stage: • Mr. Asare-BaffourF rempong • Mr. Dennis Manu • Mrs. Rose Yankah

Activities and Events • Internal audit Annual Plan for 2018 was developed and subsequently approved by Audit Committee (AC). • A new Internal Audit Charter has been developed and approved. • Internal Audit Policies and Procedures were revised.

222 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University BASIC STATISTICS

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 223 T 15 31 31 53 53 1 1 1 F 12 12 2017/2018 M 19 19 52 52 14 9 T 47 47 56 56 2 0 0 F 16 16 2016/2017 7 31 31 M 56 56 1 T 33 33 32 32 0 0 0 F 12 12 2015/2016 1 M 21 21 32 32 1 4 T 32 32 56 56 0 0 0 0 F 16 16 2014/2015 KUMASI TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY 1 4 M 32 32 40 40 3 3 T 38 38 82 82 1 1 0 0 F 27 27 2013/2014 3 3 37 37 55 M 55 Management Studies (BSc 2+2) Procurement & Supply Chain Mgt (BSc 2+2) Procurement & Supply Mgt Chain BUSINESS Accounting with Computing Estate Management (BSc 2+2) Marketing BUILT & NATURALBUILT ENVIRONMENT TERTIARY: BACHELORSTERTIARY: FACULTY/ PROGRAMME APPLIED SCIENCES Statistics Computer Science Building Technology Estate Management STUDENT ENROLMENT (TOTAL STUDENT POPULATION) BY GENDER, PROGRAMME AND FACULTY

224 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University T 13 13 51 12 43 1020 1 2 4 0 F 10 308 2017/2018 2 13 M 11 39 50 ) 712 C0nt’d T 61 18 62 41 24 476 4 4 6 F 15 25 133 2016/2017 3 37 M 35 57 20 343 6 T 32 41 20 451 5 5 2 F 10 82 2015/2016 1 15 M 22 39 369 T 35 41 10 46 413 7 3 0 F 12 74 2014/2015 7 35 M 39 29 339 1 9 T 23 23 24 24 316 3 5 6 0 0 0 F 51 2013/2014 1 9 17 M 21 18 24 265 Chemical (BSc 2+2) CREATIVE ARTS & TECHNOLOGY Fashion & Textiles Design Civil ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY Chemical Civil (2+2) TOTAL STUDENT ENROLMENT (TOTAL STUDENT POPULATION) BY GENDER, PROGRAMME AND FACULTY ( BACHELORSTERTIARY: FACULTY/ PROGRAMME DEV’T ENTERPRISE & ENTREPRENEURSHIP Entrepreneurship & Finance SCIENCESHEALTH Dispensing Technology Dispensing Technology (BSc 2+2) Electrical

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 225 T 16 38 41 151 356 595 236 234 184 200 1249 6 0 F 15 12 28 42 46 243 224 390 148 2017/2018 M 12 16 26 10 ) 352 222 105 194 859 142 208 C0nt’d T 25 22 47 517 319 232 261 218 714 409 1467 6 8 0 F 12 19 49 136 221 457 205 286 2016/2017 M 11 19 22 39 312 273 307 169 242 428 1010 T 63 28 335 232 232 263 704 866 700 1792 7 0 F 33 11 53 355 578 218 282 249 2015/2016 M 56 28 14 511 179 252 455 302 418 1214 T 31 65 743 291 838 249 240 300 1379 1189 8 0 F 25 55 10 339 431 228 429 304 2014/2015 31 M 57 12 758 194 439 266 950 499 290 T 29 56 197 181 785 238 838 246 1156 1097 1 7 7 F 33 55 337 381 170 318 421 2013/2014 M 11 28 49 191 735 716 501 467 205 190 Accounting with Computing Banking Technology & Finance Marketing Purchasing & Supply STUDENT ENROLMENT (TOTAL STUDENT POPULATION) BY GENDER, PROGRAMME AND FACULTY ( HND TERTIARY: FACULTY/ PROGRAMME APPLIED SCIENCES ScienceComputer / Info. Tech. Mgt Institutional Building Technology Estate Management Interior Architecture & Furniture Prod. BUSINESS Accountancy Statistics & NATURALBUILT ENVIRONMENT Hotel, Catering &

226 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University T 15 71 24 175 278 411 110 368 144 7 2 0 0 0 F 13 12 278 244 2017/2018 15 M 58 34 24 ) 133 173 356 103 144 C0nt’d T 25 99 46 353 252 167 164 458 414 2 2 0 0 F 14 10 10 287 306 2016/2017 M 25 47 85 46 171 157 162 250 404 T 21 79 38 252 227 128 421 467 409 1 2 8 0 0 F 13 12 257 365 2015/2016 M 21 56 38 66 152 251 225 455 120 T 37 73 26 125 339 347 187 247 450 5 2 2 9 4 0 F 15 212 295 2014/2015 37 M 22 58 44 135 185 245 120 441 T 25 67 14 223 118 394 189 109 304 1 1 6 0 0 0 F 10 274 141 2013/2014 M 25 61 82 14 30 118 384 188 108 Secretaryship & Civil ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY Chemical CREATIVE ART & TECHNOLOGY Fashion & Textiles Design Mechanical Mechanical (Automobile) STUDENT ENROLMENT (TOTAL STUDENT POPULATION) BY GENDER, PROGRAMME AND FACULTY ( HND TERTIARY: FACULTY/ PROGRAMME Studies Management Electrical & Electronic (Plant) Mechanical Mechanical Mechanical (Metallurgy) Mechanical Mechanical (Production)

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 227 T 91 29 111 233 359 5719 80 57 8 F 32 56 30 104 1940 4 0 2017/2018 M 21 61 79 ) 177 255 3779 76 57 C0nt’d T 14 359 143 105 202 7032 14 17 2 F 31 47 93 44 2247 0 0 2016/2017 M 74 12 96 158 266 4785 14 17 T 61 132 185 399 8034 18 1 F 57 16 30 107 2654 0 0 2015/2016 M 45 292 128 102 5380 18 1 T 21 44 233 350 7804 16 44 7 9 F 91 70 2550 1 0 2014/2015 35 M 14 163 259 5254 15 44 T 322 358 6946 19 35 F 96 104 2363 0 0 2013/2014 M 262 218 4583 19 35 TOTAL Agribusiness & Finance STUDENT ENROLMENT (TOTAL STUDENT POPULATION) BY GENDER, PROGRAMME AND FACULTY ( HND TERTIARY: FACULTY/ PROGRAMME DEVELOPMENT ENTERPRISE & ENTREPRENEURSHIP Entrepreneurship & Finance SCIENCE HEALTH Dispensing Technology Medical Laboratory Technology Industrial Laboratory Technology TERTIARY: NON-HND & NATURALBUILT ENVIRONMENT III CTC ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY III EET

228 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University T 22 22 181 46 166 3 177 11 1 120 F 1 0 5 17 156 3 16 0 1 57 2017/2018 M ) 21 22 176 29 10 0 161 11 0 63 C0nt’d T 8 5 44 32 60 323 43 119 6 2 89 F 1 0 1 12 56 135 42 4 0 0 39 2016/2017 M 7 5 43 20 4 188 1 115 6 2 50 T 6 8 33 101 297 8 94 17 3 77 F 0 0 0 95 126 7 8 0 0 28 2015/2016 M 6 8 33 6 171 1 86 17 3 49 T 12 11 83 89 72 19 59 7 6 F 0 0 1 82 35 19 6 0 0 2014/2015 M 12 11 82 7 37 0 53 7 6 T 12 8 74 90 329 38 19 F 1 0 1 85 135 38 0 2013/2014 M 11 8 73 5 194 0 19 MET III MET MVT III TOTAL STUDENT ENROLMENT (TOTAL STUDENT POPULATION) BY GENDER, PROGRAMME AND FACULTY ( HND TERTIARY: FACULTY/ PROGRAMME NON-TERTIARY DISTANCE LEARNING & CONTINUING EDUCATION 812/1 Catering Information Studies Diploma in Computerised Accounting Catering 812/2 Catering Diploma in Information Technology Diploma in Hardware & Networking Diploma Design in Web Diploma in Health Statistics Diploma in Library

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 229 T 42 146 171 231 20 25 270 9 84 F 19 74 135 122 12 18 197 0 2 2017/2018 M ) 23 72 36 109 8 7 73 9 82 C0nt’d T 49 88 114 159 15 130 25 34 F 17 51 92 74 12 101 11 0 2016/2017 M 32 37 22 85 3 29 14 34 T 23 50 92 144 11 F 9 19 66 70 6 2015/2016 M 14 31 26 74 5 T 3 15 26 86 4 F 1 7 19 40 2 2014/2015 M 2 8 7 46 2 T 11 37 55 55 13 F 2 12 35 28 4 2013/2014 M 9 25 20 27 9 Diploma in Banking Technology & Finance Diploma in E-Marketing Diploma in Business Administration Diploma in & Procurement Materials Mgt STUDENT ENROLMENT (TOTAL STUDENT POPULATION) BY GENDER, PROGRAMME AND FACULTY ( HND TERTIARY: FACULTY/ PROGRAMME Diploma in Banking & Small Business Mgt Diploma in Public Relations Diploma in Fashion Design & Textile Studies Diploma in Agribusiness & Finance Diploma in Electrical Engineering

230 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University T 88 21 7 29 18 6 165 F 44 6 6 14 13 1 76 2017/2018 M ) 44 15 1 15 5 5 89 C0nt’d T 28 38 31 13 64 F 15 17 9 8 38 2016/2017 M 13 21 22 5 26 T 37 26 19 28 6 110 F 16 12 13 17 1 51 2015/2016 M 21 14 6 11 5 59 T 26 13 11 28 7 88 F 12 7 6 16 1 41 2014/2015 M 14 6 5 12 6 47 T 15 49 8 179 F 6 18 1 78 2013/2014 M 9 31 7 101 Diploma in Banking & Small Business Mgt Diploma in Agribusiness & Finance Professional Dip. In Proc.& Mats Mgt Postgraduate Cert. in STUDENT ENROLMENT (TOTAL STUDENT POPULATION) BY GENDER, PROGRAMME AND FACULTY ( HND TERTIARY: FACULTY/ PROGRAMME Computerised Acctg Computerised Acctg Professional Dip. In Banking & Tech. Finance Professional Dip. In Banking & Small Bus Mgt Postgraduate Diploma in E-Marketing Postgraduate Diploma in Mgt Studies DBS (Accounting) Postgraduate Dip. in

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 231 T 101 3 70 31 70 31 24 12 F 71 3 4 3 0 0 0 0 2017/2018 M 30 ) 0 66 28 70 31 24 12 C0nt’d T 11 84 25 16 18 17 7 7 F 10 79 3 1 0 0 0 0 2016/2017 1 M 5 22 15 18 17 7 7 T 135 13 15 2 12 3 26 6 40 11 F 94 3 15 1 5 3 0 0 0 0 2015/2016 M 41 10 0 1 7 0 26 6 40 11 T 69 13 15 11 5 25 18 81 17 F 48 3 0 2 0 1 0 1 0 2014/2015 M 21 10 15 9 5 24 18 80 17 T 58 28 31 43 9 6 26 10 45 8 F 43 11 28 22 3 5 0 1 1 0 2013/2014 M 15 17 3 21 6 1 26 9 44 8 STUDENT ENROLMENT (TOTAL STUDENT POPULATION) BY GENDER, PROGRAMME AND FACULTY ( HND TERTIARY: FACULTY/ PROGRAMME (Secretarial)DBS (Marketing)DBS (Management) DBS DBS (Purchasing & Supply) (Entrepreneurship) Fashion (Advanced) Fashion (Intermediate) Fashion DBS DBS (Statistics) DBS Furniture (Intermediate) Furniture (Advanced) CTC I CTC II EET I EET II MET I MET II

232 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University T 34 10 58 34 23 2300 9056 F 0 0 9 0 4 1079 3297 2017/2018 M ) 34 10 49 34 19 1221 5759 C0nt’d T 10 23 43 1680 9776 F 0 4 6 830 3386 2016/2017 M 10 19 37 850 6390 T 19 7 43 47 1475 10018 F 0 0 6 10 671 3458 2015/2016 M 19 7 37 37 804 6560 T 16 47 75 876 9214 F 0 10 11 359 2992 2014/2015 M 16 37 64 517 6222 T 13 75 224 1250 8683 F 0 11 7 567 3005 2013/2014 M 13 64 217 683 5678 MVT I MVT II Access Diploma in Electrical Engineering Access STUDENT ENROLMENT (TOTAL STUDENT POPULATION) BY GENDER, PROGRAMME AND FACULTY ( HND TERTIARY: FACULTY/ PROGRAMME TOTAL ALL PROGRAMMES TOTAL

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 233 SUMMARY YEAR MALE FEMALE TOTAL 2013/2014 5678 3005 8683 2014/2015 6222 2992 9214 2015/2016 6560 3458 10018 2016/2017 6390 3386 9776 2017/2018 5759 3297 9056

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234 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University STUDENT ENROLMENT BY FACULTY (2017/2018) APPLIED SCIENCES 523 BUILT & NATURAL ENVIRONMENT 564 BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT STUDIES 3295 CREATIVE ART & TECHNOLOGY 423 ENGINEERING 1115 ENTREPRENEURSHIP 133 HEALTH SCIENCES 703 DISTANCE & CONTINUING EDUCATION 2300

STUDENT ENROLMENT BY FACULTY (2017/2018)

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5%

APPLIED SCIENCES BUILT & NATURAL ENVIRONMENT

BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT STUDIES CREATIVE ART & TECHNOLOGY

ENGINEERING ENTREPRENEURSHIP

HEALTH SCIENCES DISTANCE & CONTINUING EDUCATION

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 235 9 8 47 10 20 55 229 169 149 179 238 197 169 403 206 TOTAL 1 5 9 4 78 58 20 71 90 59 87 95 24 99 170 2016/ 2017 2016/ 5 2 9 4 53 72 18 57 48 71 58 76 20 64 135 2015/ 2016 2 2 9 4 0 23 67 58 25 11 36 62 62 67 98 2014/ 2015 F F F F F T T T T T M M M M M GENDER KUMASI TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY GRADUATE OUTPUT FOR THE PAST THREE ACADEMIC YEARS SUB-TOTAL & NATURALBUILT ENVIRONMENT FACULTY/DEPARTMENT APPLIED SCIENCES Hotel, Catering & Institutional Management Computer Science Building Technology Statistics

236 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 1 31 70 30 80 413 932 199 310 304 309 717 538 619 458 269 1531 2463 TOTAL 0 23 63 76 34 10 10 28 86 257 752 105 495 124 139 163 191 200 2016/ 2017 2016/ 1 9 95 18 58 10 23 76 375 125 134 501 105 876 139 239 162 220 2015/ 2016 0 11 11 78 29 99 29 133 535 835 164 142 300 156 185 297 107 241 2014/ 2015 F F F F F F T T T T T T M M M M M M GENDER GRADUATE OUTPUT FOR THE PAST THREE ACADEMIC YEARS (Cont'd) Marketing Purchasing & Supply and Procurement Management BUSINESS Accounting & Accounting Information Systems SUB-TOTAL FACULTY/DEPARTMENT Estate Management Interior Architecture & Furniture Production

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 237 18 86 80 80 297 114 140 197 437 114 194 194 403 206 104 TOTAL 7 27 24 70 71 34 70 24 99 94 94 103 109 212 170 2016/ 2017 2016/ 7 7 7 38 28 14 35 71 38 45 45 64 108 135 122 2015/ 2016 4 17 37 31 18 35 55 55 86 37 36 18 62 98 103 2014/ 2015 F F F F F T T T T T M M M M M GENDER GRADUATE OUTPUT FOR THE PAST THREE ACADEMIC YEARS (Cont'd) FACULTY/DEPARTMENT Secretaryship & Management SUB-TOTAL CREATIVE ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY Fashion and Textiles Design SUB-TOTAL ENGINEERING Chemical

238 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 2 2 4 0 0 17 10 30 17 36 30 125 158 183 334 933 127 185 162 969 344 TOTAL 1 3 2 4 6 0 0 6 13 55 58 17 13 68 57 61 69 127 131 371 354 2016/ 2017 2016/ 1 5 4 5 0 0 0 0 11 39 63 64 11 39 12 64 64 102 312 324 106 2015/ 2016 1 2 6 6 7 0 0 0 0 6 6 31 37 51 31 37 52 105 274 267 107 2014/ 2015 F F F F F F F T T T T T T T M M M M M M M GENDER GRADUATE OUTPUT FOR THE PAST THREE ACADEMIC YEARS (Cont'd) SUB-TOTAL FACULTY/DEPARTMENT Electrical & Electronic Mechanical (Automobile) (Plant) Mechanical Mechanical (Production) Mechanical (Metallurgy & Foundry) Civil

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 239 8 71 29 37 88 132 272 181 196 313 313 132 181 167 267 360 497 664 TOTAL 5 9 8 73 22 29 85 54 35 37 73 54 14 123 158 127 127 107 2016/ 2017 2016/ 0 0 0 59 24 83 83 40 59 40 24 80 102 102 142 284 142 204 2015/ 2016 0 0 0 35 26 26 85 85 35 68 52 68 111 111 222 170 103 103 2014/ 2015 F F F F F F T T T T T T M M M M M M GENDER GRADUATE OUTPUT FOR THE PAST THREE ACADEMIC YEARS (Cont'd) SUB-TOTAL HEALTH SCIENCES FACULTY/DEPARTMENT DEV’T ENTERPRISE & ENTREPRENEURSHIP Entrepreneurship and Finance Medical Laboratory Technology Science Industrial Laboratory Technology Dispensing Technology SUB-TOTAL

240 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 585 903 585 903 3153 5652 8805 1488 1488 TOTAL 233 372 233 372 605 605 1951 3019 1068 2016/ 2017 2016/ 197 161 358 358 197 161 1794 1054 2848 2015/ 2016 191 334 525 525 191 334 1031 2938 1907 2014/ 2015 F F F T T T M M M GENDER GRADUATE OUTPUT FOR THE PAST THREE ACADEMIC YEARS (Cont'd) FACULTY/DEPARTMENT Distance and Continuing Education SUB-TOTAL GRAND TOTAL

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 241 7 9 T 13 11 22 16 26 14 10 3 7 1 2 2 5 2 0 0 F TOTAL GRAND 3 7 9 9 13 17 M 25 11 11 F SENIOR M INSTRUCTOR F M PRINCIPAL INSTRUCTOR 0 F CHIEF CHIEF 1 M INSTRUCTOR 1 1 5 2 2 2 4 0 F 3 1 7 FELLOW 6 8 M 16 14 10 RESEARCH LECTURER / 1 1 1 2 0 0 0 0 0 F KUMASI TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY 1 1 3 5 2 2 9 9 6 M SENIOR LECTURER 0 F 1 M PROFESSOR FULL-TIME TEACHING STAFF GENDER BY FACULTY, AND PROGRAMME (JUNE, 2018) BUILT & NATURALBUILT ENVIRONMENT Interior Architecture & FACULTY/PROGRAMME APPLIED SCIENCES Computer Science Management Institutional Mathematics & Statistics Building Technology Estate Management Furniture Production Systems Information BUSSINESS BUSSINESS Accounting & Accounting Hotel, Catering & Banking Technology & Finance Liberal Studies

242 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 3 7 3 3 T 13 11 11 19 16 14 10 3 1 1 1 3 1 2 6 0 0 0 F TOTAL GRAND 3 3 5 2 8 8 15 M 12 16 10 10 1 0 F 1 SENIOR 0 M INSTRUCTOR 0 0 F 1 1 M PRINCIPAL INSTRUCTOR F CHIEF CHIEF M INSTRUCTOR 1 1 1 5 2 2 0 0 0 F 3 FELLOW 2 2 9 4 6 8 0 M 11 RESEARCH LECTURER / 1 3 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 F 3 3 3 5 2 5 5 6 4 4 M SENIOR LECTURER 0 0 0 F 1 1 2 M PROFESSOR FULL-TIME TEACHING STAFF GENDER BY FACULTY, AND PROGRAMME (JUNE, 2018) (Cont’d) Civil Mechanical FACULTY/PROGRAMME Studies Management Electrical & Electronic ENTREPRENEURSHIP & ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT ENTERPRISE & ENTREPRENEURSHIP Agropreneurship Incubation Centre CREATIVE ARTS & TECHNOLOGY Fashion Design & Textiles ENGINEERING Chemical Purchasing & Supply Consultancy & Business Centre For Entrepreneurship Research In Africa Marketing

Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 243 7 9 8 T 11 272 3 1 2 0 F 46 TOTAL GRAND 7 9 9 4 M 226 1 F SENIOR 1 M INSTRUCTOR F 0 2 M PRINCIPAL INSTRUCTOR F 0 CHIEF CHIEF 1 M INSTRUCTOR 1 1 2 0 F 33 3 FELLOW 2 4 4 M RESEARCH 123 LECTURER / 1 1 0 0 F 12 3 5 6 0 M 92 SENIOR LECTURER 0 F 0 2 7 M PROFESSOR FULL-TIME TEACHING STAFF GENDER BY FACULTY, AND PROGRAMME (JUNE, 2018) (Cont’d) TOTAL FACULTY/PROGRAMME SCIENCESHEALTH Pharmaceutical Sciences Laboratory Technology Studies, Research Graduate & Innovation Entrepreneurship & Finance

244 Vice Chancellor’s Report, 13th Congregation of Kumasi Technical University 1 9 6 4 4 T 17 21 77 47 38 29 10 20 88 371 3 1 2 5 9 6 4 8 8 0 0 0 F 13 55 114 7 5 9 6 4 0 0 15 33 25 M 20 20 69 44 257 GRAND TOTAL 3 1 1 2 4 8 F 19 NON- JUNIOR 1 9 4 0 M 47 43 104 TECHNICAL 3 3 1 7 0 0 0 F JUNIOR 1 6 0 0 M 19 12 38 TECHNICAL 3 1 2 5 2 4 0 0 F 10 27 3 1 2 5 2 6 4 0 25 M STAFF 48 SENIOR 1 3 1 4 0 0 0 9 F TECHNICAL 3 4 6 6 4 0 M 14 37 SENIOR MEMBERS F 26 26 4 4 STAFF M SENIOR KUMASI TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY 1 0 F 25 26 4 SENIOR 0 M 22 26 ADMINISTRATIVE MEMBERS NON-TEACHING (CENTRAL ADMINISTRATION/SUPPORT UNITS) STAFF BY GENDER (JUNE, 2018) Directorate .C.T. TOTAL Academic (Teaching) Support I Procurement Vice-Chancellor’s Office Directorate Finance Office Registrar’s Industrial Relations Office ServicesTransport Security Services Halls of Residence Directorate Development DEPARTMENT Library Internal Audit Directorate Clinic* * The Total ValueTotal* The for this Department includes a Locum Doctor

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