The Challenges of Managing a Contemporary University Library

Abstract

The paper looks at the leadership/management structure in a typical Ghanaian public university library, and discusses the vital role the various levels of management in the library can play in the efficient management and administration of the library. Challenges found to be facing managers and administrators of contemporary university libraries in Ghana include: a dynamic library governing body; visionary library manager/administrator; responsible and committed supervisors. The paper highlights a number of recommendations to address these challenges.