Professional & Certificate Programmes
May 20, 2026 2026-06-03 6:44Professional & Certificate Programmes
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Computing, Security and Intelligence
Build expertise in data, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies
shaping the digital economy.
Learn network security, intrusion detection, digital forensics, and advanced defence techniques.
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Cybersecurity Essentials
CIA triad, threat landscape, attack types and foundational defence strategies.
GHS 1,500
Advanced Cybersecurity
APTs, incident response frameworks, security operations and attack simulations.
GHS 1,500
Network Security Fundamentals
Firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, network segmentation and secure architecture.
GHS 1,300
Network Analysis with Wireshark
Packet analysis, traffic capture, anomaly detection and protocol inspection.
GHS 1,500
From GHS 1,200/module | GHS 5,500 full
Learn penetration testing, vulnerability analysis, IoT hacking, and cryptography to become an ethical hacker.
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Ethical Hacking Essentials
Fundamentals of ethical hacking: scope, methodology, legal frameworks, and reconnaissance techniques used in professional pen testing engagements.
GHS 1,300
Hacking Techniques
Password attacks, social engineering, phishing, privilege escalation, and hands-on exploitation of common software vulnerabilities.
GHS 1,600
Vulnerability Analysis
Systematic vulnerability discovery using scanning tools, CVSS scoring, CVE analysis, and structured reporting for remediation.
GHS 1,300
Ethical Hacking on Network & IoT Devices
Network protocol exploitation, wireless attacks, and hacking smart devices — routers, cameras, and IoT sensors in controlled lab environments.
GHS 1,500
Professional Penetration Testing & Cryptography
Full penetration test lifecycle: scoping, exploitation, post-exploitation, reporting. Cryptography principles and real-world
GHS 1,600
From GHS 1,200/module | GHS 7,300 full
Learn Python, SQL, analytics, and reporting to uncover insights and drive business growth.
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Foundation of Data Analysis
Core data concepts, types of data, statistical fundamentals, and the data analysis workflow — building your analytical thinking from the ground up.
GHS 1,200
Exploratory Data Analysis & Visualisation
Spotting patterns, distributions, outliers, and relationships in data through visual tools including charts, histograms, and correlation matrices.
GHS 1,400
Business & Financial Data Analysis
Applying data analysis to real business contexts: f inancial modelling, KPI tracking, sales analysis, and data-driven decision making for organisations.
GHS 1,500
Python for Data Analysis
Hands-on Python with pandas, NumPy, and matplotlib — loading, cleaning, transforming and visualising datasets for business and technical use cases.
GHS 1,500
Advanced Analytics & Reporting
Regression, forecasting, cohort analysis, and building clear analytical reports and dashboards for executive and technical audiences.
GHS 1,500
SQL for Data Analysis
Writing queries, joining tables, aggregating data, and building analytical views using SQL — the universal language of structured data.
GHS 1,300
From GHS 1,200/module | GHS 8,400 full
Business, Communication & Arts
Develop skills in data analysis, machine learning, and business intelligence to drive informed decision-making.
Learn SEO, social media, content marketing, and analytics to drive business growth.
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Digital Marketing Fundamentals
Overview of digital marketing channels, customer journey mapping, digital strategy frameworks, and the modern marketing ecosystem.
GHS 1,200
Social Media Marketing Strategy
Building brand presence, community management, paid social advertising, influencer partnerships, and platform-specific content strategies
GHS 1,200
Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) & Advertising
On-page and off-page SEO, keyword research, Google Ads, PPC campaign management, and search engine marketing best practices.
GHS 1,300
Web & Marketing Analytics
Google Analytics, conversion tracking, funnel analysis, attribution models, and data interpretation to measure and improve marketing ROI.
GHS 1,200
Content Strategy & Brand Storytelling
Creating compelling content calendars, editorial planning, brand voice development, and storytelling techniques that drive engagement.
GHS 1,200
Campaign Performance & Data-Driven Optimisation
A/B testing, multivariate testing, performance dashboards, campaign iteration, and building a culture of continuous improvement.
GHS 1,200
From GHS 1,200/module | GHS 7,000 full
Build data and AI expertise for leadership roles, covering analytics, AI strategy, predictive modelling, and AI governance.
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Foundations of Business Analytics
What is business analytics, types of analytics (descriptive, predictive, prescriptive), and how organisations use data to drive competitive advantage.
GHS 1,400
Data Visualisation for Decision Making
Building effective dashboards, choosing the right chart types, telling data stories, and using Power BI / Tableau for business reporting.
GHS 1,400
AI Applications in Business Strategy
Understanding machine learning, AI use cases across industries, automating business processes, and building an AI-first strategy.
GHS 1,400
Predictive Analytics for Managers
Regression, forecasting, classification — understanding predictive models and using their outputs to make better operational and strategic decisions.
GHS 1,400
Data-Driven Strategy & Performance
Translating data insights into strategic decisions, building KPI frameworks, and leading data-driven transformation in your organisation.
GHS 1,400
Ethics & Governance in AI
Responsible AI principles, algorithmic bias, data privacy, AI regulation, and building ethical frameworks for AI deployment.
GHS 1,400
From GHS 1,400/module | GHS 8,000 full
Explore the future of finance through digital banking, mobile money, blockchain, compliance, and emerging fintech innovations.
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Introduction to Financial Technology
FinTech landscape, emerging technologies in finance, key players, disruption of traditional banking, and the African FinTech ecosystem.
GHS 1,300
Digital Payments & Mobile Money Systems
Mobile money architecture (MTN MoMo, Mpesa), payment gateways, interoperability, agent networks, and digital wallet design.
GHS 1,300
Blockchain & Cryptocurrency Fundamentals
How blockchain works, distributed ledgers, smart contracts, DeFi, cryptocurrency markets, and practical blockchain applications in finance.
GHS 1,300
FinTech Regulation & Risk Management
Regression, forecasting, classification — understanding predictive models and using their outputs to make better operational and strategic decisions.
GHS 1300
Innovation in Digital Banking Platforms
Open banking APIs, neobanks, embedded finance, platform banking models, and how to design customer-centric digital financial products.
GHS 1,300
From GHS 1,300/module | GHS 6,000 full
Develop strategic leadership, decision-making, change management, and team management skills for managers and future leaders.
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Strategic Thinking & Leadership Foundations
Leadership styles, strategic vs. operational thinking, self-awareness as a leader, and frameworks for long-term organisational direction.
GHS 1,100
Organisational Leadership & Change Management
Leading through change, Kotter's change model, culture transformation, resistance management, and sustaining momentum through transitions.
GHS 1,100
Strategic Decision Making
Decision frameworks, cognitive bias awareness, data-informed choices, scenario planning, and ethical dimensions of executive decision making
GHS 1,100
High-Performance Team Leadership
Building cohesive teams, motivating diverse groups, conflict resolution, psychological safety, and performance coaching techniques.
GHS 1,100
Strategy Execution & Performance Management
Translating strategy into action, OKRs, balanced scorecards, KPI management, and building accountability systems that drive results.
GHS 1,100
From GHS 1,100/module | GHS 5,200 full
Learn project planning, Agile methods, risk management, and stakeholder communication to deliver successful projects.
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Project Management Fundamentals
PM lifecycle, PMBOK principles, project charter, stakeholder identification, and setting up a project for success from day one
GHS 1,300
Project Planning & Scheduling
Work breakdown structures, Gantt charts, critical path method, resource planning, and project management tools (MS Project, Asana, Trello).
GHS 1,300
Agile Project Management Frameworks
Scrum, Kanban, SAFe — understanding Agile values, sprint planning, backlog grooming, retrospectives, and Agile adoption strategies.
GHS 1,300
Risk & Stakeholder Management
Risk identification, assessment and response, stakeholder mapping, communication planning, and managing difficult project relationships
GHS 1,300
Project Monitoring, Evaluation & Delivery
Earned value management, project health dashboards, lessons learned, handover, and post-implementation reviews for continuous improvement.
GHS 1,300
From GHS 1,100/module | GHS 5,200 full
Learn project planning, Agile methods, risk management, and stakeholder communication to deliver successful projects.
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Entrepreneurial Mindset & Opportunity Identification
Identify opportunities, validate ideas, and understand market gaps.
GHS 750
Start Up Business Models & Market Validation
Build scalable models using Lean Startup & Business Model Canvas.
GHS 750
Business Planning & Strategy Development
Build structured business plans and develop strategies for launching and growing a startup.
GHS 750
Startup Finance & Investment Readiness
Understand funding options, financial planning, and how to prepare for investors and funding opportunities.
GHS 750
Digital Marketing for Startups
Learn how to attract customers, build brand presence, and execute digital marketing strategies for startups.
GHS 750
Scaling Ventures & Growth Strategy
Explore strategies for scaling operations, expanding markets, and sustaining long-term business growth.
GHS 750
From GHS 750/module | GHS 4,500 full
Learn project planning, Agile methods, risk management, and stakeholder communication to deliver successful projects.
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Entrepreneurial Mindset & Opportunity Identification
Identify opportunities, validate ideas, and understand market gaps.
GHS 750
Start Up Business Models & Market Validation
Build scalable models using Lean Startup & Business Model Canvas.
GHS 750
Business Planning & Strategy Development
Build structured business plans and develop strategies for launching and growing a startup.
GHS 750
Startup Finance & Investment Readiness
Understand funding options, financial planning, and how to prepare for investors and funding opportunities.
GHS 750
Digital Marketing for Startups
Learn how to attract customers, build brand presence, and execute digital marketing strategies for startups.
GHS 750
Scaling Ventures & Growth Strategy
Explore strategies for scaling operations, expanding markets, and sustaining long-term business growth.
GHS 750
From GHS 750/module | GHS 4,500 full
Learn network security, intrusion detection, digital forensics, and advanced defence techniques.
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Cybersecurity Essentials
CIA triad, threat landscape, attack types and foundational defence strategies.
GHS 1,500
Advanced Cybersecurity
APTs, incident response frameworks, security operations and attack simulations.
GHS 1,500
Network Security Fundamentals
Firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, network segmentation and secure architecture.
GHS 1,300
Network Analysis with Wireshark
Packet analysis, traffic capture, anomaly detection and protocol inspection.
GHS 1,500
From GHS 1,200/module | GHS 5,500 full
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