Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Human Resource Management
The MBA in Human Resource Management at Southshore University College is an elite, executive-track postgraduate degree designed to produce the next generation of strategic people architects. Grounded in our TEASE values (Trustworthiness, Experience, Authority, Success, Expertise), the programme integrates advanced organizational psychology with the technical Expertise required to lead complex workforces in global markets. Representing the Nova Lux philosophy, this degree signifies a safe harbor for mid-career professionals transitioning to high-level strategic authority, backed by the prestigious award of the University of Cape Coast.
Key Information
Academic Division
School of Business & Management
Duration
2 Years
Awarding Institution
University of Cape Coast (UCC)
Accreditation
Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC)
Strategic Focus
Strategic People Leadership & Organizational Authority
Institutions
Teaching Institution
SouthShore University College
Awarding Institution
University of Cape Coast (UCC)
Our programme is benchmarked against International Standards (SHRM and CIPD frameworks) to ensure your professional qualification carries global weight and credibility.
Applied Learning Mandate
60% of technical HR modules involve graded simulations within the People Analytics Lab, including mock industrial relations tribunals, AI-driven talent acquisition audits, and complex compensation modeling.
Leadership Skills Pipeline
A mandatory 100-hour track for postgraduates focusing on HRIS Implementation (Workday/SAP), Strategic Negotiation, People Analytics, and Executive Coaching Ethics.
Industry Training & Placement (ITPO)
100% placement capability for capstone projects within multinational corporations, global NGOs, and public sector human capital advisory units.
Integrity & Trust
Defined by institutional Reliability and Adaptability—the curriculum includes mandatory certifications in Data Privacy (GDPR), Labour Law Compliance, and Ethical Leadership.
Expertise Engine
This programme contributes directly to the Holistic Wellness & Community Resilience (HWCR) Research Cluster, focusing on sustainable human capital development.
Quality & Accreditation
Fully accredited by GTEC and monitored by the DOEQA. As an affiliate of the University of Cape Coast, Southshore ensures academic excellence through UCC oversight. The programme utilizes External Examiners from globally ranked business schools to ensure assessment parity with the world's best management departments. Apply via the Registrar's portal to begin your journey in Strategic People Leadership.
Admission Requirements
- Academic Qualification
A first degree (BSc/BA) from a recognized institution with a minimum final classification of Second Class Upper Division (2:1). Applicants with a Second Class Lower (2:2) may be considered based on significant relevant professional experience (RPL).
- Research Aptitude
Submission of a concise Statement of Purpose detailing strategic HR interests aligned with the HWCR Research Cluster.
- Equitable Admissions
Scholarship paths available via the Widening Participation pillar for high-potential applicants from underrepresented socioeconomic backgrounds.
Curriculum Overview
Year 1
Semester 1
Strategic Human Resource Management
Organizational Behaviour & Design
Advanced People Analytics (Pipeline I)
Research Methodology (HWCR Focus)
Semester 2
International Labour Law & Ethics
Global Talent Management
Strategic Compensation & Benefits
HRIS & Digital Transformation (Pipeline II)
Year 2
Semester 1
Leadership & Change Management
Industrial Relations (Industry Project)
Executive Negotiation Pipeline Portfolio
Semester 2
MBA Thesis / Strategic HR Consultancy Project
Final Viva Voce (External Validation)
Data Privacy & Professional Ethics Cert
Career Prospects
We target an 85% Graduate Employability Rate for postgraduate alumni. Graduates are prepared for roles such as:
Chief People Officer (CPO)
HR Director / Strategic Business Partner
Global Talent Acquisition Lead
Organizational Development Consultant
Employee Relations & Labour Policy Expert