Commonwealth Scholarship Commission appoints Dr Danquah as academic adviser

The Commonwealth Scholarship Commission (CSC) has appointed Dr Joseph Danquah of the School of Management, University of Bradford as an academic adviser to offer strategic guidance on the Commission’s numerous initiatives including student support systems, curriculum development, and policy evaluation.
The CSC, an executive non-departmental public body of the Commonwealth Secretariat sponsored by the Foreign Commonwealth & Development Office, operates within the frame of the Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan (CSFP). It provides the main UK government schemes led by international development objectives.

Foundational to the UK’s enduring commitment to the education and progress of members of the Commonwealth, the CSC, since 1960, has awarded scholarships to over 31, 000 brilliant, needy students across fifty-six countries worldwide. These scholars have gone on to become enlightened citizens, contributing enormously to local and global societies.
Expressing his commitment to the cause of the Commission after this momentous appointment, Dr Danquah reiterated his unwavering desire to see students succeed in the academic, social, and economic spheres of their lives.
“As someone passionate about education and mentorship, I am eager to support scholars in achieving their goals and making a meaningful impact in their communities”.
He brings to the role a wealth of experience in student mentorship and engagement spanning over a decade. The Assistant Professor of Human Capital Development, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship has led many leadership engagement programmes both in the UK and his homeland, Ghana.
He recently led a group of vibrant master’s degree students at the University of Bradford to participate in the Chartered Institute of Personnel Development’s (CIPD) Annual Conference in Manchester Central, after successfully hosting an engagement seminar aimed at fostering a positive relationship between the British Council and international students of Ghanaian origin. The seminar was attended by the British Council Country Director Ghana, Nii Doodo Dodoo, who shared the Council’s vision of extending educational opportunities to thousands of people in Africa.
With a distinguished academic background, Dr Danquah’s works focus on bridging the theoretical and practical divide, and he is expected to support the CSC, adding value to the Commission as it continues its mission to inspire the next generation of leaders, through sponsored education.
Dr Danquah earned his first degree from the University for Development Studies (UDS), Nyankpala Campus, Ghana, with the award of Bachelor of Science, (Hons) in Agricultural Technology. His dissertation was judged to be of high quality and impact, culminating in him receiving the Sunkwa Mills Award in 2007.
In 2011, he was awarded a Master of Science (MSc) degree by the University of Bradford, Bradford, UK, enrolling in a PhD progamme at the same university in 2012.
He has since been in academia, researching and teaching at both the undergraduate and postgraduate levels, and serving on numerous academic boards. The Commonwealth community, both current and future scholars eagerly anticipate the positive changes that Dr Danquah’s leadership will bring. This new role spells huge expectations, and we hope that his excitement translates into quantifiable results that will positively shape the narrative and impact the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission.
Dr. Danquah’s appointment as Academic Adviser marks a significant step forward for the CSC. With his extensive expertise in mentorship, education, and human capital development, he is poised to contribute meaningfully to the Commission’s mission of transforming lives through education. His innovative approach and commitment to fostering academic and personal growth will undoubtedly inspire the next generation of Commonwealth leaders. This milestone appointment not only strengthens the CSC’s vision but also reinforces its dedication to empowering scholars who will shape a better future for their communities and the world.
All the best, Dr Danquah!