George Kofi Amoako:
Director, Directorate of Research, Innovation and Consultancy, GCTU
Who is George Kofi Amoako?
Prof. George Kofi Amoako is an Associate Professor and Director of Research, Innovation, and Consultancy at Ghana Communication Technology University (GCTU), with over 28 years of experience in academia and industry. He holds a PhD from London Metropolitan University, and has taught at various institutions, including Central University and Lancaster University Ghana. His expertise spans marketing strategy, branding, sustainability management, and corporate social responsibility (CSR).
He has served as Head of Marketing and Acting Dean at Central University, supervised numerous PhD and DBA graduates, and published extensively in international journals. Prof. Amoako has consulted for public and private organizations in Ghana and the UK and is a recognized PhD examiner for universities across Africa and Malaysia. His achievements include several prestigious awards, such as the Academy of Management Scholarships (2012, 2013) and the Africa CSR Leadership Award (2015). He is also actively involved in youth and business development projects and frequently participates in national discussions on platforms like GTV and radio.
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Accomplishments
Career
Professor George Kofi Amoako is a distinguished academic and professional with extensive experience in teaching, research, consultancy, and leadership. A Chartered Marketer (CIM-UK) and Master Project Manager (MPM), he has over 30 years of industry and academic expertise. He has held leadership roles, trained organisations, contributed to scholarly journals, supervised dissertations, and authored book chapters on CSR, branding, and sustainability, while also engaging in community service and national capacity-building initiatives.
Awards & Certifications
George Kofi Amoako's professional accomplishments have earned numerous awards and certifications. He received honours such as the Academy of Management Scholarships for Faculty Development in Africa (2012, 2013), the Academy of Marketing Science J. Sheth Scholarship Award (2013), and the Africa CSR Leadership Award (2015). His recent accolades include Best Researcher at GCTU (2022-2023). A Chartered Marketer and Business Specialist, he also holds certifications like Master Project Manager (MPM), showcasing his global expertise.
Philosophy
George Kofi Amoako's teaching philosophy emphasises student empowerment, practical problem-solving, and aligning education with economic needs. His student-centred approach develops workplace-relevant skills through case studies and industry collaborations. He promotes teamwork and community outreach to nurture leaders addressing Africa's challenges. By integrating research into teaching, Amoako fosters critical thinking and innovation, preparing students as global citizens ready to solve societal and technological problems.