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PhD Business Administration

The PhD in Business Administration programme aims to provide individuals with advanced knowledge and research skills in various areas of business. It is designed to produce scholars and researchers who can contribute to the advancement of knowledge in the field of business. Students would develop skills to conduct independent and original research that adds value to the academic community and the business world. This research is expected to be rigorous, relevant, and contribute to the existing body of knowledge in business administration.

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Level
Postgraduate
School
Graduate School
Duration
3-5 years full-time · 4 -6 years part-time
Credits
90 credits
Next intake
October 2026 · March 2027
Fees
GHS 30,000 per academic year (domestic) · GHC 35,000 per year (international).
Mode
Blended
Application deadline
23rd October 2026
Award
PhD / Doctorate

Curriculum

Indicative modules. Specific options vary by year and cohort.

Semester 1

  • DDRS 701 Advanced Academic Writing (3)
  • DDRS 703 Qualitative Research & Data Analysis (3)
  • GSMA 501 Business Economics (3)

Semester 2

  • GSMA 503 Management & Organisational Behaviour (3)
  • GSMK 501 Marketing Management (3)

Entry requirements

  • 1.Candidates with master’s degrees in business administration, Management, Commerce and Economics.
  • 2.Master’s degree in a non-business discipline with two years of working experience in industry.
  • 3.Professional qualifications such as ACCA, CIMA, and ICA that demonstrate foundation knowledge of business and management with five years’ experience. And an Executive MBA.
  • All foreign qualifications shall be referred to the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission for determination of equivalences and eligibility for admission
  • English language: IELTS 7.0 (no band below 6.5) or equivalent for international candidates
  • Two academic or professional recommendation letters
  • Statement Of Interest (800–1,000 words)

Graduation requirements

  • Participate in at least four seminars and three conferences. Present a dissertation with original research (30 credits) and pass the Viva Voce.
  • Present four mandatory seminars. Submit all necessary forms to file for graduation.
  • Complete all degree requirements within the approved timeline.

Career prospects

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