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MPhil Business Administration

The MPhil in Business Administration programme is designed to address the qualities and managerial know-how that student needs to function as effective and efficient professionals. Students will have the opportunity to make an organisational impact through their applied research. This programme is designed to: 1. Develop students to have a sound understanding of the relevant conceptual and theoretical underpinnings of their chosen area of research in business and management. 2. allow students gain a detailed understanding of applicable techniques for research and advanced academic and management enquiry. 3. Enhance performance of students as reflective practitioners in professional practice. 4. Gain the ability to devise a workable strategy for organisations. 5. Develop greater confidence and potential for producing publications in Business Administration

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Level
Postgraduate
School
Graduate School
Duration
2 years full-time · 4 years part-time
Credits
72 credits + MPhil thesis
Next intake
October 2026 · March 2027
Fees
GHS 20,000 per academic year (domestic) · GHC 22,000 per year (international).
Mode
Blended
Application deadline
23rd October 2026
Award
Masters

Curriculum

Indicative modules. Specific options vary by year and cohort.

Semester 1

  • GSMA 503 Management and Organisational Behaviour (3)
  • GSMA 504 Quantitative Methods (3)
  • GSMA 506 Business Research Methods (3)
  • GSMA 508 Strategic Management (3)
  • (2 Specialisation courses 6 credits)

Semester 2

  • [Finance and Investment] GSFN 502 Analysis of Financial Markets (3)
  • GSFN 504 Corporate Finance (3) [Human Resources] GSHR 502 Training and Development (3)
  • GSMA 510 Human Resources Information Systems (3) [Marketing] GSMK 562 Consumer Behaviour (3)
  • GSMK 572 Service Marketing (3) [Leadership and Strategic Management ]GSLE 533 Leadership and Management (3)
  • GSLE 553 Competitive Strategy (3)

Entry requirements

  • Applicants with a BSc/BA first degree (at least 2nd class lower) in business from any recognised university may be considered for admission into the MPhil degree.
  • Holders of professional qualification (for example, Chartered ACCA, CIMA) must be chartered
  • Holders of international equivalent to a degree (for example, Level 6 Diploma in the UK) or graduate diploma. Such equivalence must be approved/confirmed by the National Accreditation Board (NAB).
  • English language: IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0) or equivalent for international candidates
  • Selection of candidates for admission to any programmes shall be by an online interview.
  • Two academic or professional recommendation letters

Graduation requirements

  • Complete all required coursework and attend all seminars and Pass the taught courses (with a pass mark of 60%)
  • Participate in at least two seminars and conferences. • Present a thesis with original research and pass the Viva Voce.
  • Present at least one publishable paper. • Submit all necessary forms to file for graduation.
  • Complete all degree requirements within the approved timeline.

Career prospects

ResearcherConsultantsEntrepreneursChief Directors