Faculty

Summary

Results-oriented health management professional with 15+ years of experience in program management, departmental leadership, and stakeholder engagement. Expertise in data analysis, expenditure management, and strategic decision-making. Proven ability to drive innovation and exceed targets.

Education

• MA, Health Law & Ethics, University of Ghana, 2023
• MA, Health Management, Planning and Policy, University of Leeds, 2011
• BSc, Health Services Management, University of Ghana, 2005

Research

Experience

• Deputy Director, Administration, Tamale Teaching Hospital, 2012 – Present
• National Health Insurance Coordinator, Tamale Teaching Hospital, 2006 – 2013
• Senior/Health Services Administrator, Tamale Teaching Hospital, 2006 – 2012
• Accreditation Surveyor, National Health Insurance Authority, 2016 & 2018

Summary

Mohammed Hafiz Yahaya is a pharmacist and public health professional with experience in regulatory oversight, public health initiatives, and leadership development. He holds an MBA, MPH, PGCPA, and BSc in Pharmacy. His research interests include occupational health, public health interventions, and pharmaceutical practices. He is a Mandela Washington Fellow and dedicated to improving healthcare outcomes.

Education

• MBA, Accra Business School
• MPH, GIMPA
• PGCPA, GIMPA
• BSc Pharmacy, Central University

Research

Focuses on occupational health, public health, and pharmaceutical practices. Publications available upon request.

Experience

• Regional Manager, Pharmacy Council, Ghana
• Regulatory Pharmacist, Pharmacy Council, Ghana
• Regulatory Officer, Food and Drugs Authority, Ghana
• Superintendent Pharmacist, Jaypea Pharmacy Limited

Fellowships & Certifications

• Mandela Washington Fellowship
• Certified Professional Coach

Summary

Armstrong Ephraim Awinbugri is a Senior Lecturer in the University of Education, Winneba (AAMUSTED-CODeL) as well as a former lecturer/exams officer in Kessben University College. His areas of expertise range from corporate governance, SDGs, corporate sustainability, and restructuring.

Education

• PhD in Accounting, IIC Technology University
• MBA in Accounting, University of Education, Winneba
• BBA in Accounting (First Class), University of Education, Winneba
• Diploma in Education, University of Education, Winneba
• Bachelor of Law (LLB), Presbyterian University College-Kumasi

Research

Focuses on corporate finance and governance, audit and internal audit, IFRS adoption, and corporate sustainability.

Experience

• Senior Lecturer, University of Education, Winneba (AAMUSTED-CODeL)
• Lecturer/Exams Officer, Kessben University College
• Accountant, Agogo Presbyterian Women's College of Education (2017-2022)
• Head of Finance, DarkoFresh, Akropong (2015)
• Audit Assistant, PKF, Santasi-TUC (2014)
• Managing Partner, Ambitious Consultants and Associates

Fellowships & Certifications

• Member, Institute of Chartered Accountants, Ghana (ICAG)
• Chartered Financial Manager (CFMgr-USA)
• Member, Chartered Institute of Leadership and Governance (MCILG-USA)
• Certified Online Trainer, Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
• Certified Organizational Development Consultant

Summary

Mr. Abdul Aziz brings practical business experience to his academic role. His teaching focuses on developing entrepreneurial mindsets and strategic thinking in students. He has consulted for various SMEs in northern Ghana on innovation strategies.

Education

• MPhil in Leadership, University of Ghana
• MBA, KNUST
• Bachelor of Business Administration, UDS

Research

Focuses on innovation management in SMEs, strategic leadership, and entrepreneurship education in developing economies.

Experience

• Lecturer, UDS School of Business
• Business Development Consultant, NBSSI
• Operations Manager, Northern Ghana Agribusiness
• Research Assistant, UDS

Fellowships & Certifications

• Certified Management Consultant
• Design Thinking Facilitator

Summary

Lincoln W. Peedah is a social entrepreneur focused on sustainable business practices. Through his company, Neat Eco-Feeds Ltd, he has created innovative solutions for agricultural challenges in Ghana. His work combines business acumen with environmental consciousness and community development.

Education

• MA in Microfinance and Business Planning, GIMPA
• Bachelor of Science in Agriculture, University for Development Studies
• Diploma in Project Management, KNUST

Research

Focuses on sustainable business models, microfinance accessibility, and agricultural innovation for small-scale farmers in Ghana.

Experience

• CEO, Neat Eco-Feeds Ltd
• Business Development Advisor, GIZ Ghana
• Project Manager, Northern Rural Growth Programme
• Agricultural Extension Officer, Ministry of Food and Agriculture

Fellowships & Certifications

• Mandela Washington Fellowship
• African German Young Business Leader
• Tony Elumelu Foundation Entrepreneurship Programme

Summary

Distinguished Professor of Project Management affiliated with multiple academic institutions including UNEM, UBIDS, and Knutsford University. Author of five books on project management with over 40 research articles in international peer-reviewed journals. Over a decade of consulting experience with organizations like the World Bank, EU, UNDP, and the Government of Ghana.

Education

• PhD in Management (Project Management), Universidad Central De Nicaragua
• PhD in Project Planning and Community Development
• MPhil in Project Management Engineering
• MPhil in Procurement and Supply Chain Management
• BSc in Oil and Gas Project Management Engineering
• Diplomas in Marketing, Sales Management, and Project Management (UK and USA institutions)

Research

Focuses on project management, business development, procurement, community development, renewable energy projects, and public-private partnerships.

Experience

• Dean, Knutsford Business School, Knutsford University
• Distinguished Professor of Project Management, UNEM International Programmes
• Adjunct Lecturer, Ghana Institute of Management & Public Administration (GIMPA)
• Adjunct Lecturer, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology (KNUST)
• Adjunct Lecturer, African University College of Communication (AUCC)
• Adjunct Lecturer, Regent University College of Science & Technology (RUCST)
• Adjunct Lecturer, Texila American University (TAU)
• Programmes Director, CETraC Limited (Project Management Consultancy)
• Executive Director, Institute of Project Management Professionals Ghana
• Consultant for World Bank, European Union, DANIDA, GIZ, USAID, UNDP, and Government of Ghana

Fellowships & Certifications

• Professional Project Manager (PMP), Institute of Project Management Professionals (IPMP) Ghana