Overview

Step confidently into the future of people management with the University of Gold Coast’s MBA in Human Resource Management—a fast-track, 12-month master’s degree built for professionals ready to lead talent, culture, and transformation in today’s organizations.

Delivered by the renowned Accra Business School, this program offers the flexibility, industry relevance, and practical focus you need to advance your HR career while balancing your personal and professional life. Every stage of your learning journey is recognized—with three distinct qualifications earned along the way

KEY INFORMATION

Acheive Three Recognized Milestones

  1. Postgraduate Certificate in Management – Awarded after completing four core modules
  2. Postgraduate Diploma in Management – Awarded after eight core modules
  3. MBA Degree (HR Management) – Awarded after all core and specialization modules, plus a capstone/dissertation

Pause, progress, or accelerate – your achievements are secure at every step.

WHY STUDY THIS MBA AT UGC
  1. Accelerated Completion: Graduate with a full MBA in just 12 months.
  2. Flexible Study: Regular, evening, weekend, and online/blended options – designed for working professionals.
  3. Industry-Relevant Curriculum: Developed in collaboration with top HR experts and practitioners.
  4. Local and Global Focus: Master modern HR strategies, analytics, and technologies for Africa and the world.
  5. Ethical, People-First Leadership: Build your career on a foundation of Christian values and best practice.
  6. Professional Networks: Connect with HR leaders, alumni, and executives across Ghana and beyond.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
  1. Second Class Lower or above in any recognized degree (business or non-business)
  2. Third Class degree holders with relevant experience and interview
  3. Professional qualifications – requires GTEC evaluation
PROGRAMME CONTENT

Duration: 12 Months (Three Trimesters)

Core Modules :

  1. Strategic Management
  2. Financial Management
  3. Marketing Management
  4. Operations Management
  5. Business Intelligence
  6. Organisational Behaviour & HR Management
  7. Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility
  8. Research Methods

Specialization Modules

  1. Talent Acquisition & Management
  2. Employee Relations and Labour Law
  3. Learning & Development
  4. Performance Management & Rewards
  5. HR Analytics & Metrics
  6. Strategic HR Management

Capstone/Dissertation: Tackle a real-world HR project—such as developing a talent strategy, designing a digital HR solution, or building an inclusive organizational culture.(6 credits)

CAREER PATHWAYS
  • HR Manager or Director
  • Talent Acquisition and Development Leader
  • Employee Relations and Compliance Officer
  • Performance and Reward Manager
  • HR Analytics and Workforce Planning Specialist
  • Learning & Development Manager
  • Chief People Officer, Consultant, or Change Agent