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The school believes that its first responsibility is to the students (student-centered education), staff, alumni and all other stakeholders. The SGSR strives to be vibrant and progressive in the drive of the university towards excellence in the global context.
The SGSR commences with the following programmes:
The Knutsford School of Graduate Studies and Research is determined to adequately meet the expectations of all students for graduate studies. The school looks forward to welcoming all prospective students.
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Master of Business Administration (Marketing) This is a rigorous 2-year programme Students undertake courses such as Services Marketing, Advanced Entrepreneurship, […]
Master of Business Administration (HRM) This is a rigorous 2-year course. Students take such courses as Organisational Behaviour & Management, […]
Master of Business Administration (Finance) This is a rigorous 2-year programme. Students take such courses as Financial Management, Analysis of […]
Master of Business Administration (Accounting) This is a rigorous 2-year programme. Students take such courses as International Financial Management, Investment […]
There are two types of Masters degrees: those that focus on research (thesis-based) and those that are intended to prepare you for advanced professional practice (course-based). Your choice will depend on your own study preferences and professional goals.
If you are self-motivated and interested in developing your knowledge in a specialized area of research, a thesis-based study is ideal. With this option, you can pursue research at the PhD level, work closely with a leader in your field and undertake a substantial research project. *
The course-based path may appeal to you if you are more interested in advancing your professional skillset. Some course-based Masters degrees are intended for students who have recently completed a Bachelors degree, while others may require prior work experience for admission.
After completing a Bachelors degree, a Masters degree is normally the next step, though it’s sometimes possible to move directly into a PhD.
*Note: Some course-based research degrees allow you to pursue a PhD.
In a course-based programme, all degree requirements are fulfilled by completing courses. These may include courses that involve a project, such as a major research paper or group project.
A full course load consists of three to six courses per term, or six to 12 three-unit courses per year. Part-time enrollment is possible in some programmes.
Most course-based Masters programmes are designed to be completed in one to two years full-time, and up to a maximum of six years part-time.
Thesis-based programmes require that you pursue independent and original research culminating in a thesis. You will work under the supervision of a faculty member whose expertise matches your research area.
Students must prepare a substantial research document that makes an original scholarly contribution to their field. A PhD thesis is often called a dissertation. Doctoral and Masters students must also defend their thesis in front of an examination committee.
A thesis-based Masters programme typically takes two years to complete, with a maximum of four years. A doctoral programme will take four years, up to a maximum of six years.
Knutsford University College shall admit candidates with different academic backgrounds to the MBA. Candidates are admitted to the programme at the beginning of each semester beginning from September. The various categories of candidates to be considered for the MBA programme shall possess the following qualifications:
Applicants may be required to go through a screening and selection interview.
Minimum 2.0 GPA on a 4.0 point system
Each graduate programmme recommends the admission of an applicant to the Faculty of Graduate Studies based on departmental considerations.
Our competitive global economy is presenting new opportunities for students with business degrees. Today's companies are looking for graduates with both a broad understanding of the business as well as an established professional identity. A Master of Business Administration degree prepares you for a range of careers. Some of the career options for business degree students include:
(i)Business Consultant
(ii)Project Manager
(iii)Human Resource Manager
State the levels of consultations for the design of the programme including consultations with the appropriate professional and/or relevant supervisory body where applicable
The design of the programme has undergone a series of consultation with key stakeholders in the industry. These include professional bodies and professionals.
A full-time student shall be required to carry a total workload of 15 credits per semester for the first three semesters and 21 credits for the fourth semester throughout the duration of the programme.
The coding system used is alpha-numeric. The entire courses under the MBA shall be prefixed with four letters followed by three digits. Conveniently, the four chosen letters are KMBA; meaning “Knutsford MBA courses.
Provide details of the curriculum and mode of delivery to include the following:
a.Required(core) course(s)
b.Elective course(s)
c.Research component
d.Practical training, industrial attachment, internship, clinical experience, etc.
e.Semester-by-semester structure/schedule, of course, showing the credit value of each course
To progress from one semester to another, a student is required to maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 2.00. Otherwise, the student is withdrawn. The programme shall be completed in a maximum of six semesters.
Requirements
To qualify for an award of Knutsford’s MBA degree, a student must take all the prescribed courses (including project work) and obtain a CGPA of at least 2.00. A student must pass in each subject. The pass mark in an individual subject is 60 percent. The student in addition must have discharged all obligations owed the University and the Faculty/Department as may be prescribed in respect of the MSc. in Accounting and Taxation degree.
The MBA programme appropriately designated, shall be awarded to a student who has been properly admitted to the MBA programme of the University, has followed the prescribed course of study over the period, has fulfilled all the requirements pertaining to the programme and obtained a CGPA of at least 2.00
Knutsford MBA degree conferred on a student may be cancelled at any time even with retrospective effect, if it becomes known that the student gained admission with false qualifications, or impersonated for someone else, or had been guilty of examination malpractice, or has otherwise conducted him or herself in a manner that is judged incompatible with the status of a holder of Knutsford MBA Degrees.
The MBA shall be classified as follows: Award FGPA Pass 2.00 - 4.00 Fail Below 2.00
The Faculty of Graduate Studies sets out the minimum qualifications for admission. However, graduate programme requirements may call for higher scores, additional documentation and testing.
Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee entry into a graduate program as admission is competitive.
International students with qualifications equivalent to those above may be considered for admission. They would be required to show evidence of proficiency in English Language and to go through a screening and selection interview.
List the areas in which the students are likely to be employed
Graduates of the programme can be employed in both the formal and informal sectors. Potential sources of employment include:
The target market includes, but is not limited to:
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