Ghana's economy has been progressing
steadily. Three successive peaceful constitutional presidential elections are
testimony of a vibrant democracy. Gold and cocoa are major exports, and
considerable off-shore petroleum reserves will provide an additional economic
impetus in coming years. Nevertheless, about 40 percent of adults are illiterate.
To develop a world-class program for training current managers, GBSN worked with the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration
to develop key MBA course modules as well as a strategic plan for
quality improvement. The project also convened African and other
emerging market business school directors and international
accreditation groups to formulate quality standards that can be applied
systematically in the African context.
Food for Thought
“This dearth of management training also hinders micro, small, and midsize businesses. These are the largest source of jobs in most
developing countries.”
- Guy Pfeffermann, "Into Africa", Global Focus, Summer 2008
