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CENTRAL UNIVERSITY COLLEGE - GRADUATE SCHOOL OF BUSINESS - MBA
Forms on Sale!The Director, Graduate School of Business, Central University College.
Structure of the Programme
We are very delighted to inform the numerous inquirers of our MBA programme that the National Accreditation Board has approved our application to commence the MBA programme in Finance, Marketing, Human Resource Management and General MBA.
The programme consists of core modules which provide a foundation of knowledge in Managing People, Finance, Managing in the Competitive Environment and Managing in the Global environment, International Economics, Regional Integration and Organisational Responses and Research Methods and Managing Information.
The electives deepen the student's knowledge and skills in disciplines that are relevant to his/ future career. The classes are smaller, inter-active and participatory, using a variety of delivery methods.
Thesis or Business report gives opportunity to the student to demonstrate his new skills in business practice in the real world situation.
The CUC MBA is distinct in four other ways:
The Christian Perspective component explores the Four Laws of Productivity and exposes the student to God's mind on work, its environment, business leadership, and
ethics at the work place.
The Personal and Professional Development (PPD) of the student begins from the
very start of the course with the focus on self awareness, individual performance in
teams, the Boardroom Practice and presentation skills.
The Guest Speaker programme enables the student to gain first hand practical
information, and network our guest speakers who are senior managers, leading academia
and thinkers on current issues in business management to enhance learning and
experience.
The Language Programme offers the student the opportunity to learn a foreign language chosen from French, Chinese/ Mandarin, and Japanese to be effective in today's competitive business environment. At present French is available in our Modern Language Laboratory.
The Fraud Management component of the MBA programme will equip every student with skills for detecting fraud in organisations. The issues to be highlighted in the seminar- like slot are criminology and ethics, fraud investigation, public sector fraud prevention and management.
Central University College Graduate School of Business is unique. It has developed its own career and personal development programme which allows participants to progress through three academic stages including:
Stage (I) Core Themes
Stage (II) Electives and
Stage (III) Thesis or Business Reporting - This stage gives opportunity to students to demonstrate their new skill in business practice in the real world situation.
Eligibility
Applicants for admission must qualify under at least one of the following and must be proficient in the English Language:
1. Have an honours degree from a recognized University not below 2nd Class Lower Division with at least three years post-graduation working experience.
2. Have completed the qualifying examinations of a recognized professional course such as CA(Ghana), ACCA, CIMA, CIM, ICSA, CIB, CIMgt etc.
3. Be conversant with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
4. GMAT type of entrance exam will be used as part of the admission process which will be conducted on Sunday, 18th July, 2010 at Christ Temple, Abossey Okai, Accra. The time is 3pm.
Duration
The duration of the entire programme is 24 months. Day, evening and weekend schools.
Venue
National Insurance Commission (NIC) Premises, off Independence Avenue; and ICGC Headquarters, Abossey Okai, Accra.
Sessions
Day and Evening (Regular MBA) and Day and Weekend (MBA - Finance)
For further enquiries, email: mba@centraluniversity.org,
Tel: 021971203/5
ADMISSIONS FOR 2010-2011 ACADEMIC YEAR
Central University College invites applications for the 2010-2011 academic year to offer the following programmes in the departments listed below.
1. SCHOOL OF BUSINESS MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION (SBMA)
Programmes:
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Management Studies;
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Agribusiness Management;
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Banking and Finance;
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Business Administration
with options in Marketing, Human Resource
Management and Accounting
Entry Reguirements:
- Senior Secondary School Certificate: An applicant
must pass in core English, core Mathematics, Core
Science and three elective subjects, with an aggregate
score of 24 or better in the West African Examination
Council (WAEC) or West African Senior Secondary
School Certificate Examinations (WASSCE).
- General Certificate of Education: An applicant must have at least credit-level passes in 5 subjects (including English Language and Mathematics) at the GCE Ordinary Level and at least 2 passes at the GCE Advanced Level. One of the advanced level passes must be grade '0' or better. A pass in General Paper must also be obtained.
- Professional qualifications: Admission to level 100, 200 and 300 are possible with combinations of some of the following qualifications. Admission offers are based on the level of attainment in the qualification concerned and departmental requirements. Offers are not negotiable and are subject to availability of space: RSA stage 2 and 3, LCCI intermediate Certificate Diploma in Business Studies (DBS) with at least 3 Credits and 2 passes awarded by the Technical Examination Unit of GES. Private Secretary, Bilingual Secretaryship Diploma from a recognised University. Professional certificate (e.g. ICA Ghana, ACCA intermediate level etc) Higher National Diploma.
NB: The level to which applicants are admitted depends
on the level of attainment in the above professional
qualifications.
- Mature Student's Entry Requirement (MSER): Applicants without formal academic qualifications
may be considered for admission if they are above 25
years old and have demonstrable relevant professional
experience. Applicants will also be required to pass
an entrance examination/interview.
2. FACULTY OF ARTS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
Programmes:
Bachelor of Science in Economics
Bachelor of Arts in French
Bachelor of Arts in English
Bachelor of Science in Environment and Development
Studies
Entry Reguirements:
- Senior Secondary School Certificate: An applicant
must pass in core English, core Mathematics, Core
Science and three elective subjects, with an aggregate
score of 24 or better in the West African Examination
Council (WAEC) or West African Senior Secondary
School Certificate Examinations (WASSCE).
- General Certificate of Education: An applicant must have at least credit-level passes in 5 subjects (including English Language and Mathematics) at the GCE Ordinary Level and at least 2 passes at the GCE Advanced Level. One of the advanced level passes must be grade '0' or better. A pass in General Paper must also be obtained.
- Professional qualifications: Admission to level 100, 200 and 300 are possible with combinations of some of the following qualifications. Admission offers are based on the level of attainment in the qualification concerned and departmental requirements. Offers are not negotiable and are subject to availability of space: RSA stage 2 and 3, LCCI intermediate Certificate Diploma in Business Studies (DBS) with at least 3 Credits and 2 passes awarded by the Technical Examination Unit of GES. Private Secretary, Bilingual Secretaryship Diploma from a recognised University. Professional certificate (e.g. ICA Ghana, ACCA intermediate level etc) Higher National Diploma.
NB: The level to which applicants are admitted depends
on the level of attainment in the above professional
qualifications.
- Mature Student's Entry Requirement (MSER): Applicants without formal academic qualifications
may be considered for admission if they are above 25
years old and have demonstrable relevant professional
experience. Applicants will also be required to pass
an entrance examination/interview.
3. SCHOOL OF THEOLOGY AND MISSIONS
Programmes:
Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Theology;
Bachelor of Arts in Family Counselling;
Bachelor of Arts in Christian Education;
Bachelor of Arts in Church Administration;
Master of Arts (M.A.) Religious Studies;
Master of Philosophy (M.Phil.) Religious Studies.
Entry Requirements:
- Senior Secondary School Certificate: An applicant
must pass in core English, core Mathematics, Core
Science and three elective subjects, with an aggregate
score of 24 or better in the West African Examination
Council (WAEC) or West African Senior Secondary
School Certificate Examinations (WASSCE).
- General Certificate of Education: An applicant must have at least credit-level passes in 5 subjects (including English Language and Mathematics) at the GCE Ordinary Level and at least 2 passes at the GCE Advanced Level. One of the advanced level passes must be grade '0' or better. A pass in General Paper must also be obtained.
- Professional qualifications: Admission to level 100, 200 and 300 are possible with combinations of some of the following qualifications. Admission offers are based on the level of attainment in the qualification concerned and departmental requirements. Offers are not negotiable and are subject to availability of space: RSA stage 2 and 3, LCCI intermediate Certificate Diploma in Business Studies (DBS) with at least 3 Credits and 2 passes awarded by the Technical Examination Unit of GES. Private Secretary, Bilingual Secretaryship Diploma from a recognised University. Professional certificate (e.g. ICA Ghana, ACCA intermediate level etc) Higher National Diploma.
NB: The level to which applicants are admitted depends
on the level of attainment in the above professional
qualifications.
- Mature Student's Entry Requirement (MSER): Applicants without formal academic qualifications
may be considered for admission if they are above 25
years old and have demonstrable relevant professional
experience. Applicants will also be required to pass
an entrance examination/interview.
In addition,
an accredited Diploma in Theology or Religious Studies
from a recognized institution with at least a grade 'B'
average. Applicants for the Masters programmes must
have a first degree in a relevant field with not lower than
2nd class lower division.
4. SCHOOL OF APPLIED SCIENCES
Programmes:
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Bachelor of Architecture
Bachelor of Science in Physician Assistantship
Bachelor of Pharmacy
Entry Requirements for Bachelor of Science in Nursing:
Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination
(SSSCE) with an aggregate score of twenty-four (24)
or better in six (6) subjects comprising: A - D in all three
(3) core subjects i.e English Language, Mathematics
and Integrated Science and at least passes i.e (A - E)
in three (3) elective subjects in the options of Science,
General Arts, Agricultural Science and Home Economics.
West African Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) with an aggregate score of twenty-four (24) or better in six (6) subjects comprising: A1 - C6 in all three (3) core subjects i.e English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science and at least passes i.e (A1 - E8) in three (3) elective subjects in the options of Science, General Arts, Agricultural Science and Home Economics.
Foreign Students Requirements: foreign students
must have their result slips translated into English.
In addition, applicants must be able to speak and write
English.
Other Entry Qualifications for Admissions: Candidates with the Diploma in Registered Nursing (RN)
from recognised institutions may apply. Such candidates
may transfer credits from their previous course of
studies, with appropriate recommendations and references.
Staff with State Registered Nurses' (SRN) qualification from recognised health institutions and with a minimum of 3 years of practice. All applicants will be interviewed.
Entry Requirements for Bachelor of Architecture:
Admission into the programme is open to SSSCE/ WASSCE or Polytechnic graduates with any background; Science, Vocational, Visual Arts, Technical and General Arts. Applicants must have any one fo the following qualifications:
- Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE): 6 passes with aggregate 24 or better and including 3 core subjects. English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science plus any three (3) elective subjects.
- West African Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (WASSCE): 6 passes with aggregate 24 (SSSCE equivalent) or better and including 3 core subjects. English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science plus any three (3) elective subjects. .
- Polythecnic students: Passes in English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science in addition to three (3) elective subjects in their respective trades or technical subjects.
- GCE Entrants: Credits in five (5) subjects at O level including English Language and Mathematics, and passes in three subjects at A level.
Applicants are to note that should the total number of qualified candidates exceed the Department's allotted vacancies, a selection interview will be conducted for short listed candidates.
Entry Requirements for Bachelor of Science in
Physician Assistantship:
Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination
(SSSCE): 6 passes with aggregate 24 or better and
including 3 core subjects: English Language.
Mathematics and Integrated Science; and 3 Elective subjects including Biology, Chemistry and Physics or
Mathematics.
West African Senior Secondary School Certificate
Examination (WASSCE): 6 passes with aggregate 24
(SSSCE equivalent) or better and including 3 core
subjects: English Language, Mathematics and
Integrated Science; and 3 Elective subjects including
Biology, Chemistry and Physics or Mathematics. Nurses will receive certain course exemptions and
complete the degree in three years.
Medical Assistants and Bachelor degree holders in the natural sciences, particularly the biological sciences including Human Biology, can complete the course in two years.
Mature applicants: Applicants must be at least 25
years and must have '0' or 'A' Level qualifications with
background in health disciplines such as Physiotherapy
and Dental Assistants and Laboratory Technicians; and
must pass an examination conducted by the University.
All applicants would be interviewed.
Entry Requirements for Bachelor of Pharmacy:
Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination
(SSSCE): 6 passes with aggregate 24 or better and
including 3 Core subjects (i.e. English Language,
Mathematics and Integrated Science; plus 3 Elective
subjects - Chemistry, Biology and either Physics or
Mathematics.
West African Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (WASSCE): 6 passes with aggregate 24 (SSSCE equivalent) or better and including 3 core subjects (Le. English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science); plus 3 Elective subjects - Chemistry, Biology and either Physics or Mathematics. GCE entrants: Credits in 5 SUbjects at '0' Level including English Language and Mathematics and 3 'A' Level passes in Chemistry, Biology, Physics or Mathematics.
Mature applicants: Applicants must be at least 25 years with Science background - Chemistry, Biology and either Physics or elective Mathematics - and must pass an examination conducted by the University.
Holders of Bachelor of Science related degrees. (e.q. Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Human Biology) or HND (Dispensing Technology/Laboratory Technology.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
An applicant must submit the following: A completed application for admission and a non- refundable application fee.
An official results slip or transcript from the student's last school must be submitted at the time of application directly to the Academic Office
If the student is currently enrolled in another institution,
a trangcnpt from the previous institution should be sent
directly to the Admissions Officer. It is the responsibility
of the student to arrange for transcript(s) and/or transfer
form to be mailed and to ensure that they arrive promptly.
Hand delivered transcript(s) are not acceptable.
The application forms are on sale at the Cash Office
at the Accra campus of the University at Mataheko,
Accra, or from the permanent campus at Miotso, near
Dawhenya. A set of application forms, admission
requirements and prepaid EMS envelopes cost Gh¢80.
Payments should be in Bankers Draft only, and payable
to Central University College. Foreign students'
application forms cost $80. Copies of the form can also
be downloaded from here.
Forms should be submitted to the Admissions office, Miotso.
For further information, please contact the
Admissions Officer
Central University College, Miotso
P. O. Box 2305, Community 1, Tema - Ghana
On Telephone numbers:
Main Campus: 0289 546 164 - 5
Mataheko Campus: 030 - 2 - 311040/1, 030 - 2 - 313185,
Fax: 030 - 2 - 311042
Weekend School available on Miotso Campus from
September 2010.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES - DEAN, PROFESSORS
A. Central University College, an accredited Christian University invites applications from suitably
qualified persons for the position of
Dean - School of Business Management and Administration (SBMA)
Job Statement
Under the President of the Central University College, the Dean is responsible for
promoting and maintaining efficiency and good order and providing strategic direction
in running the School in accordance with the policies and procedures prescribed by the
University STATUTES or as may be determined by the Board of Regents, Academic
Board and its Statutory organs purposely for ensuring that the approved programs and
functions of the school are fully carried out by its members.
The Position
The Dean of the School will principally be responsible for the general development of
the School regarding human, and material resources such as students counselling,
coordination of teaching and examinations, student/staff induction.
The Dean will be the chairman of the School Board and Head of the school; providing
leadership and exercising initiative.
The candidate will be required to teach in his/her subject area of competence.
He/she is also a member of the joint Admissions Board and a member of a range of
committees and boards as specified by the statutes.
Person's Specification
i) The candidate must have a professional qualification in Business Administration and
be of a Professorial Status in a recognized institution and should have considerable
experience in teaching, research and general administration.
ii) Must be an exceptional scholar with a strong managerial acumen; capable of
influencing and motivating staff
iii) Must be capable of handling and coordinating multiple roles and also maintain high
level professional and ethical standards
iv) Must be visionary, business-oriented and capable of maintaining collaboration with
internal/external stakeholders
v) Must have excellent communication, interpersonal and facilitation skills to handle
crisis situations
vi) Must be sober, matured with a unique personality to drive the vision of the Business
School
Duration
i) Appointment is for 3 years in the first instance and may be renewed for a further
3 year term
ii) Salary and benefits, attached to the post are attractive
Mode of Application
Interested persons with the requisite qualification(s) and related working experience
should obtain employment forms either by downloading from here or from the Office of the Registrar, Miotso Campus or Call 022-951477 for further
enquires.
Deadline
Completed Application Forms should be submitted to the Director, Human Resource
Directorate, Central University College, Miotso, latest by Monday, 15th March 2010.
(Only short listed applicants will be contacted)
B. Central University College, an accredited Christian University invites applications from suitably
qualified persons for teaching positions at the SBMA and Graduate School
:Professors, Associate Professors, Senior Lecturers - SBMA and Graduate School
The vacancies are available in the following departments
i. Department of Accounting, Banking and Finance
ii. Department of Human Resources Management and Management Studies
iii. Department of Marketing and Agribusiness
iv. Department of Information Communication Technology
Qualification/Requirements
PROFESSOR
Candidates must :
-- Possess M. Phil / M. Sc and preferably Ph. D in the relevant areas of specialization
-- Have taught for a minimum of three (3) years as Associate Professor or have
considerable number of years of teaching / research experience / publications with
a university or a comparable institution.
-- Be able to produce any other evidence of research / professional activity
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
Candidates must:
-- Possess M. Phil / M. Sc and preferably Ph. D in the relevant areas of specialization.
-- Must have taught for a minimum of four (4) years as Senior Lecturer
-- Have a number of refereed publications to their credit
-- Be able to produce any other evidence of research / professional activity
SENIOR LECTURER
Candidate must:
-- Possess M. Phil / M. Sc and preferably Ph. D in the relevant areas of specialization
-- Have at least four (4) years teaching / research experience
-- Have a number of publications in refereed journals to their credit.
Responsibilities
-- Research and teaching, project work/internship supervision, academic counselling
and any other relevant responsibility that may be assigned.
-- Must be prepared to lecture in all our three major sessions – morning, evening and
week-end.
MODE OF APPLICATION
Interested persons with the requisite qualification(s) and related working experience
should submit:
-- Employment forms (can be obtained either by downloading from here or from the Office of the Director Human Resource
Directorate, Miotso Campus or call 022-951477 for further enquires;
-- Application letter;
-- Curriculum vitae with names and addresses of three (3) referees;
-- A 2-page statement indicating how one intends to use the period in office to address
relevant issues to ensure that the University achieves its vision and mission to:
THE DIRECTOR (HRM)
CENTRAL UNIVERSITY COLLEGE
P. O. BOX 2305
TEMA
DEADLINE
Application should reach the Director (HRM) by Monday, 15th March, 2010. (Only
short listed applicants will be contacted)
ADMISSION FORMS FOR 2009-10 ACADEMIC YEAR ON SALE - GRADUATE SCHOOL OF THEOLOGY AND MISSIONS.
Admission of candidates to MA and M.Phil in OLD TESTAMENT STUDIES, CHURCH HISTORICAL STUDIES, PRACTICAL THEOLOGY & PENTECOSTAL STUDIES PROGRAMMES.
Applications are in invited from suitably qualified applicants for enrolment into the Central University College’s MA and M.Phil in Religious Studies for the 2009/2010 academic year.
The Graduate School of Theology and Missions offers a range of educational programmes with specialisations in:
PRACTICAL THEOLOGY, NEW TESTAMENT STUDIES, OLD TESTAMENT STUDIES, PENTECOSTAL THEOLOGY, and CHURCH HISTORICAL STUDIES.
The Central University College Graduate School of Theology and Missions, is unique. The programmes are accredited by the National Accreditation Board, Ministry of Education, Ghana. It is affiliated to the University of Cape Coast (UCC), which also vets its programmes. Furthermore, the University is an affiliate member of the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU), Washington, DC, USA. The Graduate School of Theology and Missions is also a member of the West African Association of Theological Institutions (WAATI).
Eligibility:
Applicants for admission must have a BA degree from a recognized university not below 2nd class lower division.
Interested applicants may either download application forms from our website or buy them at the Accounts Office of the University’s campus at Mateheko.
Payment should be done in banker’s draft in favour of Central University College.
Completed application forms must reach the Director, Central University College, Graduate School of Theology and Missions by 30th August 2009.
A set of forms, which can be obtained from the cash office at the main campus or downloaded online costs GH¢75.00 and US$80.00 for foreign students.
Duration:
The duration for the entire programme is 24 months
Fees:
The cost of the programme is $3,000.00 payable in Ghana cedis
Sessions:
Day, Evening and Weekend schools.
For further enquiries, please contact 0302313189.
Email: stm@centraluniversity.org