Management Studies
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Program Description
Management Studies teaches you how organisations operate, how leaders make decisions, and how businesses grow. You will study subjects such as principles of management, accounting, economics, marketing, entrepreneurship, business law, ICT and basic statistics. The program builds practical skills in planning, budgeting, marketing and team leadership, and prepares you for careers as a business manager, marketing specialist, human resources officer, financial analyst, or an entrepreneur. It is ideal if you want to run a business, lead teams, or work in the fast-moving world of commerce. With dedication, you will gain the knowledge and confidence to start small ventures, secure entry-level business jobs, or continue to higher education in business or management.
Aims & Objectives
Develop leadership and team management skills by leading at least two group projects and presentations.
Master basic financial planning and budgeting by preparing simple budgets and interpreting basic financial statements.
Understand marketing principles and create a practical marketing plan for a small product or service.
Apply business analytics using spreadsheets to collect, analyse and present data for decision making.
Why Choose This Program?
Strong career prospects
Provides clear pathways into in-demand roles in management, marketing, HR, finance, and entrepreneurship across Ghanaian businesses.
Practical, hands-on learning
Focus on real projects, case studies and group work that build workplace-ready skills you can use immediately.
Entrepreneurship foundation
Gives the practical tools to start and manage your own business, from planning and budgeting to marketing and operations.
Pathway to further study and internships
Prepares you for tertiary business programs and connects to internship and work placements through school partnerships.
Skills & Tools
Skills You'll Develop
Use Excel for data analysis and budgeting, PowerPoint for presentations, and Word for reports and business documents.
Prepare simple budgets, track income and expenses, and read basic financial statements to support business decisions.
Collect and analyse data with spreadsheets, create charts and draw conclusions to support recommendations.
Apply social media basics, content planning and introductory analytics to promote products and measure engagement.
Tools & Resources
Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Google Workspace (Sheets, Docs), Google Analytics
Basic accounting software such as QuickBooks or local alternatives
Challenges & Tips
Challenges
Difficulty with mathematical and statistical concepts
Balancing projects and coursework
Tips & Advice
Use step-by-step practice, join study groups, and ask teachers for extra examples to build confidence.
Create a weekly plan, break tasks into small steps, and set priorities to avoid last-minute work.
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