The Wisconsin International University College, Ghana has said, although third-class first-degree holders are eligible to apply for its two-year Master of Business Administration programme, admission for such applicants is not automatic.
“Unlike applicants with higher classifications, third-class graduates must go through a rigorous assessment process before gaining admission,” the university stated in a statement to throw light on the announcement by the President of the Wisconsin International University College, Ghana (WIUC, GH), Professor Obeng Mireku, at the 17th congregation of the university at the Accra campus in December.
The announcement was published in the Wednesday, December 4, 2024 issue of the Daily Graphic. Related article: Wisconsin university offers 3rd Class graduates masters programme
According to the university officials, “this process includes an entrance examination to assess the applicant’s academic capability; an academic interview to determine the candidate’s readiness and suitability for postgraduate studies, as well as additional preparatory requirements, depending on the programme, to ensure students meet the expected academic standards.
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“Wisconsin International University College, Ghana remains committed to maintaining high academic excellence while also providing opportunities for capable students to advance their education,” the statement said.
The institution also emphasised that its admission policies aligned with best practices in higher education, ensuring that all students admitted into its master’s programmes were well-qualified.
“The university assures the public and prospective students of its commitment to quality education and academic integrity,” the statement said.
Background
The President of the Wisconsin International University College, Ghana (WIUC, GH), Professor Obeng Mireku, at the 17th congregation of the university at the Accra campus announced that it was admitting graduate applicants with third-class qualifications into its Masters of Business Administration programme.
He said the initiative was in response to the increased competition in the job market that had reduced the value of the first degree.
“WIUC-GH's postgraduate programmes are designed to prepare graduates for strategic leadership roles within the private and public sectors in Ghana and beyond.
“As you may be aware, increased competition in the job market has reduced the value of the first degree", he stated.
Additionally, the university has also made it easy for its students to achieve more with the downward review of all local fees for postgraduate programmes including all local fees fully quoted in cedis.
The initiative, per the university, is an opportunity for graduates to seize as a stepping stone to pursue their professional success.
In light of this and line with recent trends and our commitment to inclusivity, I am happy to inform you that the university now admits applicants with third-class qualifications into our Master of Business Administration programme,” he said.
The event, which was held on the theme, “Securing tomorrow: The role of artificial intelligence", saw the graduation of 1,728 students, made up of 1,464 students from the Accra campus and 264 students from the Kumasi campus.
The number comprised 16 diploma students, 1,617 undergraduate students and 95 post-graduate degree students.
The undergraduate students comprised 1,243 females, representing 76.87 per cent and 374 males, representing 23.13 per cent.
Out of the number, 119 had First Class, representing 7.36 per cent, 613 had Second Class Upper, representing 37.91 per cent, 510 Second Class Lower, representing 31.54 per cent, 291
Third Class, representing 18 per cent and 84 Pass, representing 5.19 per cent.
The 95 postgraduate students, made up of 46 females and 49 males, also graduated.
