Ms. Margaret Koko Fina
Head of Academics - PCU in partnership with WCC
Ms. Margaret Koko Fina
Ms. Margaret Koko Fina is a seasoned and visionary educational leader with vast experience in
teaching, academic management, and institutional development, defined by a strong
commitment to academic excellence, inclusive learning, and strategic growth. In her current
role as Head of Academics at the Philippines Christian University (PCU) in partnership with
Waigani Christian College (WCC) and soon to be PNG Christian Institute of Higher Education
(PNGCIHE), her primary focus is the strategic oversight and leadership of the Early Childhood
Care and Education (ECCE) programme. She brings deep expertise in curriculum design and
teacher training, ensuring ECCE program development, compliance, and academic
accreditation through DHERST to establish strong, play-based learning frameworks essential
for a child's cognitive, social, and emotional development in the PNG context. A trained and
innovative practitioner, Ms. Fina excels at coaching and team building, approaching complex
situations with diplomacy and professionalism, and is committed to fostering a culture of
collaboration and mutual respect. Her academic background includes a Master of Education
Advanced (TESOL) from the University of Wollongong and foundational qualifications in
Language and Literature, while she currently pursues a Master of Research Methodology at
Divine Word University.