KNUST

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology is a public University of Ghana that focuses on science and technology.

The Diploma in Business Administration is designed to offer you the needed communication and analytical skills to become that well-grounded professional managing the affairs of businesses.

This program targets those who are desirous of working as a manager whether in Human Resources, Marketing, Finance, Logistics, and Supply Chain or Accounts. Graduates from the program have also gone on to establish and manage their own businesses.

Duration: 2 years

Tuition fee (GH₵)

• 2,633.01 – Year1
• 2,656.84 – Year2

Entry Requirements

In addition to the General Requirements stated, Applicants with the following qualifications may apply.

• General Business Certificate Examination (GBCE) or RSA Stage II with Grade A-D in five (5) subjects including Accounting, Business Management, English Language, and Mathematics.
• Advanced Business Certificate Examination (ABCE) or RSA Stage III with passes in three (3) subjects including Financial Accounting and Economics with grades D or better.
• Applicants with Diploma in Business Studies DBS should, in addition, possess four (4) passes at SSSCE/WASSCE (A-D/A1-D7) including English and Mathematics

Mode of course delivery

The programme is offered through distance education, a learning-oriented system allowing greater flexibility in learning while students continue with their regular professional work. The programme is offered in a mixed mode format. The approach uses print and electronic media in order to be responsive to the needs of the learner and also maximize the use of technology in course delivery.

At the heart of the programme is excellent online learning materials developed by capable and competent resource persons from KNUST and other recognized institutions.

Academic Support Systems/Services

Limited face-to-face facilitated sessions are provided at all the Learning Centres. These sessions are supported by print and electronic materials, and local learning facilitators who also support and direct students as they work through the resources provided.

The Centres provide learning support to students living in different parts of the country, thus reducing travel expenses.