ACADEMICS

business and professional development centre

Brief Overview of the Centre

The Business and Professional Development Centre (BPDC) is established to work across all areas within the University and lead developments in revenue generation through academic enterprises, professional development initiatives, research, and knowledge exchange by providing a range of services aimed at complementing and supporting the University’s main revenue-generating activities.

Core Activities and Services

  • Professional Development Workshops

    Offering skills training and workshops in areas such as leadership, communication, project management, and industry-specific skills.

  • Certificate Programs

    Providing non-degree certification programs that allow professionals to enhance their qualifications in specific fields.

  • Continuing Education Courses

    Offering mature entrance courses designed for adult learners who are looking to upgrade their skills or change careers.

  • Networking Events

    Organizing events such as job fairs, seminars, and industry panels that connect students, alumni, and professionals for networking opportunities.

  • Career Counseling and Job Placement Services

    Assisting students and alumni in career planning, resume writing, interview preparation, and job search strategies.

  • Internship and Co-op Programs

    Collaborating with local businesses to create internship and cooperative education opportunities for students to gain practical experience.

  • Entrepreneurship Support

    Providing resources, mentorship, and training for aspiring entrepreneurs to develop their business ideas.

  • Research and Consultancy Services

    Engaging faculty and students in research projects or consultancy for businesses, adding value to both the university and the industry.

  • Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives

    Promoting programs that support underrepresented groups in business and professional settings.

  • Online Learning Opportunities

    Offering flexible online courses and programs to reach a broader audience and accommodate different learning styles.

  • Facility rental

    Renting out our facility space for conferences, short courses, lectures, weddings, and other events.

  • Reprographic centre

    our reprographic center provides essential services like large-scale printing, photocopying, scanning, digital archiving, and print finishing (binding, mounting) for creating and managing documents, used by businesses for marketing (brochures), education (handouts), and legal/engineering firms (blueprints, contracts) for efficient, high-quality, and secure reproduction of both physical and digital materials.

Target Audience

  • Current Students

    Undergraduates and graduates looking to enhance their skills and employability through workshops, seminars, and certifications.

  • Alumni

    Graduates seeking continued professional development, networking opportunities, and resources for career advancement.

  • Local Professionals

    Individuals in the community looking for skill enhancement, industry knowledge, and networking opportunities.

  • Employers and Businesses

    Organizations interested in training programs for their employees, partnerships for internships, and access to a talent pool from the university.

  • Entrepreneurs and Startups

    Aspiring business owners looking for resources, mentorship, and educational programs to help launch and grow their ventures.

  • Career Changers

    Individuals looking to switch industries or roles who need training or education in new areas. Overall, the center aims to support various groups seeking to enhance their business acumen and professional skills.

  • Rental

    Individuals and agencies looking for a decent and serene space to host conferences, lectures, and events.

  • Printing

    Individuals and agencies looking for a reprographic centre for printing of both small and large-scale printing, photocopying, scanning, digital archiving, and print finishing (binding, mounting) for creating and managing documents.

Programmes

AI Series

  • AI for Leadership and Executive Strategy
  • AI in Marketing and Customer Experience
  • AI in Banking and Financial Services
  • AI in Insurance
  • AI in Fintech and Innovation
  • AI in Security Management
  • Hands-on Graphic Design with AI
  • Contemporary Communications with AI

Certificates In Communication Studies

  • Certificate in Communication for Legal Practitioners
  • Certificate in Health Communication and Campaign Management
  • Certificate in Communication and Human Relations for Law Enforcement
  • Communication for Disaster Management (3-day In-Person Certificate Program)
  • Certificate in Governance and Political Communication Campaign
  • Communications for Akan Journalism
  • Diplomatic Communications and Practices

Certificates in Creative Arts

  • Radio and Television Production (8 weeks In–Person Certificate Program)
  • Dealing with Media / Interview Techniques (3 days In-Person Certificate Program)

Certificates in Business and Entrepreneurial studies

  • Sustainable Business Practices
  • Business Law Basics
  • Leadership and Team Management
  • Digital Marketing Strategies and E-commerce Essentials
  • AI in Business Development, Sales and Communications
  • Introduction to Entrepreneurship and Business Ideation
  • Fundraising and Pitching Essentials

Pan Africanism Series

  • Crash Course on Pan–Africanism (2 Days In-Person/Virtual Certificate Program)
  • Pan–Africanism and Communications (5 Days In-Person/Virtual Certificate Program)
  • African and African Diaspora Studies (9 Months In-Person/Virtual Post–Graduate Certificate)
  • African Political Systems, Traditional Governance and Colonial Legacies
  • Gender and Society in Africa
  • Traditional African Religions and Spiritual Practices
  • Indigenous African Folklore and Literature
  • African Traditional Diplomatic Systems