Prof. Dr. Inayatullah Kakepoto (Former Dean QEC), Member Syndicate SAUS CM Nominee, [Reg.] National Scientists Directory PASTIC- PSF
Professor
Basic Science and Related Studies
Biography
o Dr. Inayatullah Kakepoto is serving as Professor (English, BPS-21) QUEST. o He commenced his job career as Lecturer (English, BPS-17) Cadet College Petaro (Pakistan Navy). o He enjoys diversified professional career spanning over 28 years. o He earned his Doctoral degree from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia. o PhD thesis project investigated ‘Communication Barriers of Engineering students of Pakistan for Workplace Environment’ o Member Syndicate: The Shaikh Ayaz University Shikarpur (CM Nominee). o Member Academic Council: The University of Larkano (CM Nominee). o Member Senate & Academic Council QUEST, Nawabshah o Member Board of Faculty, Faculty of Science, QUEST, Nawabshah. o Registered in National Scientists Directory Pakistan Scientific & Technological Information Center (PASTIC). o Member Selection Board QUEST, Nawabshah. o Member Selection Board: Shaheed Benazir Bhutto University, SBA. o Member Selection Board University of Sindh, Jamshoro. o Member Board of Faculty: Faculty of Science, QUEST, Nawabshah. o Member Admission Committee QUEST, Nawabshah. o Expert Evaluation Committee, The University of Mirpur Khas. o Member Scrutiny Committee QUEST, Nawabshah. o Expert Board of Studies, The University of Larkano. o Member Board of Studies Shaheed Benazir Bhutto University-SBA. o Chair Board of Studies: Department of BS&RS QUEST. o Member Board of Studies: Department of BS&RS QUEST. o Convener Purchase Committee QUEST Nawabshah. o Convener Procurement Committee (Furniture & Fixtures) QUEST Modern Library. o Member National Curriculum Review Committee (NCRC-2017) HEC. o Resource Person Faculty Development Programs, HEC Islamabad. o Resource Person Continuing Professional Development Courses, PEC. o Examiner evaluation of M. Phil & PhD Theses University of Sindh. o Examiner evaluation of M. Phil Theses Shah Abdul Latif University. o Examiner evaluation of M. Phil Theses Riphah International University. o Shortlisted & interviewed for position of Vice-Chancellor University UOL. o Shortlisted & interviewed for position of VC USMS Bhit Shah. o Shortlisted & interviewed for position of VC GC University Hyderabad, o Shortlisted & interviewed for position of VC TSAU Shikarpur. o Member Editorial Board/Advisory Board International research journals.
Research Interests
Memberships
- The Shaikh Ayaz University Shikarpur - Member Syndicate CM Sindh Nominee
- The University of Larkano - Member Academic Council CM Sindh Nominee
- Shaheed Benazir Bhutto University-SBA - Expert Selection Board
- University of Sindh - Expert Selection Board
- The University of Larkano - Expert Board of Studies
- Shaheed Benazir Bhutto University-SBA - Member Board of Studies
- Riphah International University Islamabad - Expert Thesis Evaluation
Courses Teaching
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411 - Communication Skills Fall 2025
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411 - Communication Skills Fall 2025
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514 - Engineering Economics & Management Even
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MTH 107 - Communication Skills Fall 2025
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477 - Introduction to Psychology Even
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486 - Introduction to Philosophy Even
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432 - Technical & Business Writing Fall
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10 - Functional English Even
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147 - Technical report writing & Presentation skills Even
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1010 - Intercultural Communication Even
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312 - Technical Writing Even
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312 - Technical Writing Even
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MTH303 - Professional & Social Ethics Even
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1010 - Intercultural Communication Even 2025
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243 - Project Management Even
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1010 - Intercultural Communication Even
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1010 - Intercultural Communication Even
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493 - Creative Writing Even
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493 - Creative Writing Even
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493 - Creative Writing Even
Contact Info
City: Nawabshah
Phone: +92 3333777340
Email: kinayat@quest.edu.pk
CV: View CV
Publication Stats (1996 – 2026)
Qualifications
- Doctor of Philosophy (Language & Communication) University Teknologi Malaysia, )
- Master of Arts in English (English Literature) (Shah Abdul Latif University , )
- Master of Arts in Sociology (Social Psychology) (Shah Abdul Latif University , )
- Bachelor of Arts (Arts & Humanities) (Shah Abdul Latif University , )
- Higher Secondary Certificate (Board of Intermediate & Secondary Education Sukkur, )
- Secondary School Certificate (Board of Intermediate & Secondary Education Sukkur, )
- International Computer Driving License (National Academy of Higher Education, HEC-Islamabad, )
Experiences
- Professor English (BPS-21) at Quaid-e-Awam University of Engineering, Science & Technology (2014 - Present)
- Assistant Professor English (BPS-19) at QUEST Nawabshah (2007 - 2014)
- Assistant Professor English (BPS-18) at QUEST Nawabshah (2004 - 2007)
- Lecturer English (BPS-17) at QUEST Nawabshah (2000 - 2004)
- Lecturer English (BPS-17) at Cadet College Petaro (1998 - 2000)
- Dean Quality Enhancement Cell at QUEST Nawabshah (2019 - 2019)
- Chairman Department of Basic Sciences & Related Studies at QUEST Nawabshah (2017 - 2019)
- Chairman Department of Basic Sciences & Related Studies at QUEST Nawabshah (2014 - 2017)
- In-Charge English Language Center at QUEST Nawabshah (2000 - 2008)
- Assistant Divisional officer (Shahbaz Division) at Cadet College Petaro (1998 - 2000)
- Associate Officer Incharge Classroom Maintenance at Cadet College Petaro (1998 - 2000)
Publications
Physical Attributes and Course Contents of English Textbook (Prose-ii) Taught at Intermediate Level in Sindh Pakistan [HEC -Y-Category
(2022)
Discourse Analysis of ‘The Sick Rose’ By William Blake in The Light of Text within the Context [HEC-Y-Category]
(2023)
Infusing Moral Values among Our Youth: Analysis of English Language Textbooks Taught at College Level n Baluchistan Pakistan [HEC-Y-Category]
(2023)
Evaluating the Writing and Communication Skills Course: Insights from ESP Best Practices and Needs Analysis of Undergraduate Students and English Language Teachers [HEC-Y-Category]
(2024)
The Picture of Modern Workplace Environment and Oral Communication Skills of Engineering Students of Pakistan [Indexed: Linguistics Abstracts Online]
(2012)
Oral Communication Skills of Engineering Students of Pakistan in Perspective of Industrial Internships [International Journal Publication]
(2012)
Oral Presentation Preparation of Engineering Students of Pakistan for World of Work: Are They Really Prepared? [International Journal Publication]
(2012)
Factors that Influence Oral Presentations of Engineering Students of Pakistan for Workplace Environment [International Journal Publication]
(2012)
Professional Presentations: Factors That Influence Oral Presentations of Engineers in Engineering Workplace of Pakistan [International Journal Publication]
(2012)
Conceptions on Low Motivation of Engineers in Engineering Workplace of Pakistan [International Journal Publication]
(2012)
New Trends in Modern Industry and Oral Presentation Barriers of Engineers of Pakistan [International Journal Publication]
(2012)
Global Influences on Modern Industry and Oral Presentation Barriers of Engineering Students of Pakistan [International Journal Publication]
(2012)
Perspectives on Oral Communication Skills for Engineers in Engineering Profession of Pakistan [Linguistics Abstracts Online]
(2012)
Workplace Communication: Oral Communicative Competence of Engineers in Engineering Workplace of Pakistan [International Journal Publication]
(2013)
Technical Oral Presentation: Analyzing Communicative Competence of Engineering Students of Pakistan for Workplace Environment [International Journal Publication]
(2013)
Industrial Advancements and Emerging Need for Collaboration Between Industry and Engineering Universities of Pakistan [International Journal Publication]
(2013)
Analyzing Communication Apprehension of Engineering Students of Pakistan for Workplace Environment [International Journal Publication]
(2013)
Analyzing Oral Communication Apprehension Prevailing Among Engineers in Engineering Workplace of Pakistan [International Journal Publication]
(2013)
Beyond the Technical Barriers: Oral Communication Barriers of Engineering Students of Pakistan for Workplace Environment: Preliminary Results [International Journal Publication]
(2013)
Synthetic and Critical Review of a Second Language Theory: The Noticing Hypothesis of Richard Schmidt [International Journal Publication]
(2013)
Analysis of a Test or Assessment Procedure for IELTS Speaking Test [International Journal Publication]
(2013)
The Material Clause System in English and Urdu Tests: A Corpus Based Analysis of Ideational Meta Function [HEC-Y-Category]
(2017)
A Perceptual Study of Phonological Variations in Pakistani English [HEC-Y-Category]
(2017)
Semiotic Interpersonal Meta Functions in Visual Communication [HEC-Y-Category]
(2019)
MICROTEACHING: An Effective Stratagem for Novice Teachers of English Language [HEC-Y-Category]
(2021)
WHO I AM: Mapping the Reciprocity between Identity Gaps and Interpersonal Relationships in Kartography [HEC-Y-Category]
(2021)
An Analytical Study of Women Objectification in Other Rooms, Other Wonders [HEC-Y-Category]
(2021)
Lessons Learned: Online Examination and Assessment Practices During Pandemic [HEC-W-Category]
(2021)
Exploring English Language Problems of Undergraduate Students at University of Sind Jamshoro Pakistan [International Journal Publication]
(2021)
Higher Education Commission Covid Guidelines and Online Readiness of Universities of Pakistan [HEC-W-Category]
(2021)
Exploring E-Learning Barriers of University Students during Covid19 Pandemic [HEC-W-Category]
(2021)
Pedagogical Shift: Faculty Insights about E-Teaching Barriers during Pandemic [HEC-W-Category]
(2021)
Engineering Students Perceptions About English Language Teachers Code Switching from English to Sindhi Language [International Journal Publication]
(2021)
A Critical Analysis of BS English Language and Literature Curriculum: A Discourse Analysis [HEC-Y-Category]
(2021)
Perspectives on College Students Demotivation Factors for Learning English Language [International Journal Publication]
(2021)
ANALYZING ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNING PROBLEMS OF STUDENTS THROUGH THE LENSES OF ACTION RESEARCH
(2022)
Engineering Communication Skills for Novice Engineers: A Pilot Project [HEC-Y-Category]
(2022)
Communication Skills Across Engineering Curriculum: A Case Study [HEC-Y-Category]
(2022)
Communication Barriers among Undergraduate Engineering Students: Assignment Project [HEC-Y-Category]
(2022)
Reflections on English Speaking Anxiety of Engineering Students: Pilot Project [HEC-Y-Category]
(2022)
Political Language Use against Corona Virus Spread in Pakistan During COVID Pandemic [HEC-Y-Category]
(2022)
Satisfying and Dissatisfying Determinants of Online Education During COVID-19 Pandemic [HEC-Y-Category]
(2022)
Identifying English Language Problems of Novice Engineering Students [HEC-Y-Category]
(2022)
Biometric Attendance Management System in Universities: A University Perspective [HEC-Y-Category]
(2022)
Educators Perceptions Towards Mobile Assisted Language Learning (MALL) [HEC-Y-Category]
(2022)
Softening the Propositional Claims: Investigation of Appropriate Use of Hedging Strategies in Academic Writing [HEC-Y-Category]
(2022)
Cognitive Load and Coping Strategies of Multilingual ESL Learners in Academic Writing: A Quantitative Study [HEC-Y-Category
(2025)
Global Work Environment of Engineering Organizations and Oral Presentation Barriers of Engineers and Engineering Students of Pakistan [Conference Paper]
(2013)
Action Research in Action: Exploring English Language Problems of Undergraduate Students at University of Sindh Jamshoro Pakistan [Conference Paper]
(2021)
An Investigation of ESL Issues Of First Year Engineering Students at QUEST Nawabshah Pakistan Through Action Research [Conference Paper]
(2012)
Projects
Dr. Abdullah Laghari PhD Student
Role: Co-Supervision
Dr. Ghulam Saqib Buriro PhD Student
Role: Co-Supervision
Pakistan Scientific & Technological Information Center
Role: National Scientists Directory