Faculty of Business Holds Forum on Academic Development and Transition to Business School
The Faculty of Business of Accra Technical University, soon to be rebranded as the ATU Business School, has held a forum for lecturers and administrative staff to discuss academic development and plans to transform the faculty into a fully recognised business school. The forum, held on March 12, 2026, brought together lecturers and administrators to review the faculty’s progress and outline strategic steps to strengthen teaching, research, and industry engagement.
Speaking at the meeting, the Dean of the School, Professor Elikem Ocloo, commended lecturers for their dedication to teaching, research, and mentorship, noting that their collective efforts continue to shape the next generation of business leaders. He outlined several academic programmes currently being developed by the faculty. These include BTech Economics and Finance and BTech Public Administration, which are awaiting final approval from the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC). He also indicated that BTech Marketing and Entrepreneurship and a PhD in Business Administration are currently at the submission stage. In addition, the faculty is developing short courses, including Entrepreneurship and Innovation, to broaden its academic offerings.
Professor Ocloo further highlighted efforts to strengthen industry engagement through collaboration with professional bodies. These include the Chartered Institute of Marketing Ghana (CIMG), the Chartered Institute of Human Resource Management (CIHRM), the Institute of Chartered Accountants, Ghana (ICAG), the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS), and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA). According to him, these partnerships will encourage students and staff to pursue professional qualifications that will enhance their competence and employability.
The Dean also announced plans to introduce several initiatives to support academic growth within the school. These include establishing an ATU Business School Development Fund to support research, publications, and other academic activities, as well as the creation of a Professional Development Desk to coordinate structured professional, career, and personal development opportunities for students and faculty.
A key highlight of the forum was the announcement of the approved proposal to rebrand the Faculty of Business as the ATU Business School. Chairman of the Rebranding Committee, Dr. Hanson Obiri-Yeboah, disclosed that the proposal has been approved by the Academic Board and is currently awaiting final ratification by the University Council.
He added that the official launch of the ATU Business School is expected to take place between April and May 2026 and will involve the media and key industry stakeholders.
During the forum, the Head of the Quality Assurance Department, Mrs. Sarah Morrison, also addressed lecturers on ethics, professional conduct, and examination standards. She urged lecturers to provide timely feedback to students and to adhere strictly to approved procedures when setting and administering examinations.
The forum formed part of ongoing efforts by the faculty to strengthen academic quality, deepen industry engagement, and position the future ATU Business School as a leading centre for business education and professional development.