The Ghana Institution of Surveyors (GhIS) was established on 28th February 1969 at the General Meeting of the Ghana Branch of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors at which a resolution was passed to that effect and the Constitution was promulgated. Read more
The Ghana Institution of Surveyors (GhIS) is organized into three primary divisions: the Land Surveying Division, the Quantity Surveying Division, and the Valuation and Estate Surveying Division. Each division focuses on specific areas of professional practice, ensuring specialized services and expertise within the broader surveying industry.
Faculties
The Ghana Institution of Surveyors (GhIS) operates through specialized faculties—Land Surveying, Quantity Surveying, and Valuation and Estate Surveying—offering targeted training, research, and professional development to maintain high industry standards.
The Ghana Institution of Surveyors (GhIS) offers membership to individuals in various categories, providing access to accreditation, professional development, networking opportunities, and a platform to collaborate within the surveying industry.
Constitution & Ethics
The Ghana Institution of Surveyors (GhIS) upholds a Constitution that governs its operations and mandates adherence to a strict Code of Ethics, ensuring that members maintain the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and accountability in their practice. ...Read more
The Ghana Institution of Surveyors (GhIS) organizes a range of training programs and events, including workshops, seminars, and conferences, to provide members with professional development, industry updates, and networking opportunities. Read more
TRAINING & EVENTS
The Ghana Institution of Surveyors (GhIS) organizes a range of training programs and events, including workshops, seminars, and conferences, to provide members with ongoing professional development, industry updates, and networking opportunities to enhance their skills and knowledge in the surveying field.
The Ghana Institution of Surveyors (GhIS) offers Business and Alternative Dispute Resolution services, providing expert consultancy and mediation to resolve conflicts in surveying and real estate matters, while also supporting members with professional business development and industry-specific solutions.
GhIS BUSINESS & ADR SERVICES
COMPLAINT
The Ghana Institution of Surveyors (GhIS) has a formal complaint procedure in place to address grievances from members or the public, ensuring that issues related to professional conduct or service quality are investigated and resolved in accordance with established ethical standards and procedures.
The Ghana Institution of Surveyors (GhIS) provides a range of additional resources, including access to industry publications, research materials, technical guidelines, and professional tools, to support members in staying informed, enhancing their practice, and contributing to the advancement of the surveying profession.
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Joining the Ghana Institution of Surveyors (GhIS) provides professionals with career growth opportunities through specialized training, access to industry resources, a robust network of peers, and benefits such as professional accreditation, continuous development, and a role in shaping the future of surveying in Ghana.
Surv. Dr. Anthony Arko-Adjei, a fellow of the Ghana Institution of Surveyors, is a highly trained professional surveyor with an impeccable surveying background, boasting over 26 years of experience in the field. He seamlessly blends academia, research, and professional practice, driven by a passion for transforming land administration through technology and process improvements. Currently, he serves as the President of the Ghana Institution of Surveyors (GhIS) for the 2024/2025 session.
Dr. Arko-Adjei holds a PhD in Land Administration from Delft University of Technology, Netherlands, as well as an MSc in Geo-Information Management for Cadastral Applications from ITC, Netherlands, and a BSc in Geodetic Engineering from the University of Science and Technology, Kumasi, Ghana. As a professional licensed surveyor, Dr. Arko-Adjei has worked as a private consultant in land surveying, land administration, and GIS. His expertise spans cadastral surveying, geospatial data management, and land policy development. Notably, he has consulted for esteemed organizations, including the World Bank, USAID, UN-Habitat, Government of Ghana, private and public agencies, NGOs, individuals, and local communities.
Within the GhIS, Surv. Dr. Arko-Adjei has been an active contributor, serving in various capacities, including the Continuous Professional Development Committee, Membership Committee, Educational Committee, Welfare Committee, Editorial Board, Strategic Planning Committee, and Constitutional Review Committee. He has served on the Governing Council of the Institution since 2014, instrumental in shaping the institution's strategic direction and promoting the interests of surveying professionals in Ghana.
As a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Geomatic Engineering at KNUST, Dr. Arko-Adjei teaches and conducts research in geomatics, land administration, and geo-information management. His research focuses on innovative solutions for land tenure security, spatial data infrastructure development, and geospatial technology applications in Ghana. He has held several academic positions within the university and served on over 30 statutory and non-statutory committees and boards of KNUST. Throughout his career, Dr. Arko-Adjei has demonstrated a strong commitment to professional excellence, education, and community service. As President of the GhIS, he continues to advocate for the advancement of the surveying profession in Ghana, promoting collaboration, innovation, and best practices among surveyors.