School of Graduate Studies - KNUST

Meet Mrs. Juliana Serwaa Andoh, School Secretary/Deputy Registrar of the School of Graduate Studies, KNUST.

With over 15 years of experience in university administration, Mrs. Andoh has served across several KNUST colleges, including the College of Science, College of Health Sciences, College of Humanities and Social Sciences, and the College of Agriculture and Renewable Natural Resources and previously served as Liaison Officer for KNUST's 112 affiliate institutions.

She holds a Master of Science in Environmental Resources Management, a Commonwealth Executive MBA, a Bachelor of Science in Planning, and a Certificate in Executive Leadership from GIMPA.

Mrs. Andoh's scholarly contributions include four publications in refereed journals and about 46 memoranda and position papers on university administration, with research interests in Higher Education Management and Administration, Human Resource Management, and Leadership and Organizational Management. In 2019, she earned the Second-Best Poster Presentation award at the Going Global Annual International Conference in Berlin.

She is also an active member of professional bodies, including the British Educational Leadership, Management and Administration Society; the Association of Commonwealth Universities; and the Ghana Association of University Administrators.

📢 Thesis Oral Examinations for MSc Students — Starting 2025/2026 Academic Year
The School of Graduate Studies (SGS), KNUST wishes to inform all MSc students that Thesis Oral Examinations will now be held as scheduled by Coordinators in the TDMS. 🎓
All students are encouraged to prepare adequately in consultation with their Supervisors and respective Heads of Department/Programme Coordinators.
Stay ready, stay informed! 💪
🌐 sgs.knust.edu.gh
📞 050 912 2795 | 020 133 2816

The Research Policy Nexus: Bridging Knowledge and Action
Great research deserves to shape great policy. 🎓
This week, we're sharing key insights from the Workshop on Policy Brief Preparation for PhD Candidates, hosted by the School of Graduate Studies (SGS), KNUST.
Swipe through to explore:
📌 Why Research Matters for Policy and the Research Policy Gap
📌 Strategies for Strengthening Research Policy Linkages & Formulating a Policy Research Question
📌 Public Policy Instruments: Law, Regulation, Procedures, Administrative Actions, Incentives & Voluntary Practices
📌 The Planning, Designing, Revision & Application Stages of Policy Brief Preparation
Whether you're a PhD candidate or a researcher looking to make your work count beyond the classroom, these insights are for you. 💡
Stay tuned for more from SGS as we continue equipping our postgraduate community with the tools to turn research into real-world impact.
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🌐 sgs.knust.edu.gh
📞 050 912 2795 | 020 133 2816

📢 MANDATORY FOR ALL PHD CANDIDATES! The Policy Brief Preparation Workshop on July 23, 2026 is now MANDATORY. This session is compulsory for your program, so be seated by 10:00am prompt at NCB Cable New Building, 2nd Floor. Learn from Prof. Owusu Amponsah how to make your research count beyond the classroom. This is for your own growth. Don't miss it! ✅"

Fill the Google form below
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📢 FOR THOSE PLANNING TO ATTEND the PhD Policy Seminar on July 23, 2026 at NCB Second Floor:

Please fill out this form so we can prepare adequately.

👉 https://forms.gle/9RqevEsSydj7XSoAA

Only attending PhD students need to complete this.

Deadline: Wednesday 22nd July, 2026

Thanks for your cooperation

See you there!

PHD STUDENTS ONLY Kindly complete the form to indicate your availability to attend the workshop

📢 WORKSHOP ON POLICY BRIEF PREPARATION FOR PhD CANDIDATES
The School of Graduate Studies, KNUST cordially invites all PhD candidates to a specialized workshop designed to sharpen your skills in translating research into impactful policy briefs.
Turning rigorous research into clear, actionable policy recommendations is a vital skill for every scholar aiming to influence real-world change. This workshop offers you the opportunity to learn directly from an expert and refine this craft.
🗓️ Date: Thursday, 23rd July, 2026
📍 Venue: NCB CABE New Building, Second Floor
⏰ Time: 10:00am prompt
🎤 Facilitator: Prof. Owusu Amponsah
Secure your spot and take a step closer to making your research count beyond the academy!
For further enquiries, call 050 912 2795 / 020 133 2816
🌐 sgs.knust.edu.gh

📢 ATTENTION: ALL IDL MSc POSTGRADUATE STUDENTS!

The School of Graduate Studies (SGS) wishes to inform all MSc IDL students whose theses are AWAITING ORAL EXAMS that you are required to complete the registration form immediately.

This is a mandatory step to formalize your examination process. Please ensure you provide all necessary information accurately.

🔗 Access the form here: https://bit.ly/4p7EFVw
📱 Or scan the QR Code on the attached flyer to be directed to the digital form.

⏳ Deadline: Complete the form at your earliest convenience to avoid any delays in your oral examination schedule.

Don't delay—complete your registration now!