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GREENLIGHT UNIVERSITY
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Your partners and specialists in Masters Degrees and doctoral studies
PHYSICAL ADDRESS
PLOT 20151 CHAMBA VALLEY RD
MUNALI - LUSAKA ZAMBIA
Box 310172, Chelston - Lusaka URL: www.gluniversity.org
PROSPECTUS
2016-2017 EDITION
INTRODUCTION
The strength of any academic program is in its competitiveness and ability to address issues that
give students a hold on the cutting edge and prepares them for the right industry. Here at
Greenlight we deliver more than that as our programs have two or more majors giving students
an opportunity to gain competitive advantage and to widen their possibilities in industry
penetration. Greenlight University for what it stands for in its mission and mandate is poised to
offer equal entry access and affordable quality education. Greenlight University is both approved
and accredited by the Higher Education Authority (HEA) of the Zambian Ministry of Education
(MOE) to offer degrees from undergraduate to postgraduate studies. Each degree is characteristic
of program name, code, description, courses, national qualification level, credits of the program,
assessment methods. Each degree is subjected to the same academic standards that define all the
courses including all ethical procedures, outcomes, objectives and entrance requirements.
Students will be able to complete a number of honors and masters degrees in one year. Our
programs are unique in many aspects and our academic distance learning system puts no pressure
on students. In all our programs, we have considered the regional and international standards and
we have even gone beyond to apprehend the future knowing very well that a lot of things will not
stay the same and our students don’t have to start going back in order to go forward. At
Greenlight University, you are guaranteed education without disturbance/delay provided you
have met all requirements for the specific degree. You are welcome to study with us and partner
with us later on.
1. ABOUT GREENLIGHT UNIVERSITY
GREENLIGHT UNIVERSITY is an established independent private University with a Christian
ethos offering government approved and accredited programs from Diploma to PhD level but
mostly specialized in masters and Phd programs. It is registered with the Ministry of Education in
Zambia and is licensed to award professional and religious degrees by distance learning.
GREENLIGHT UNIVERSITY is also internationally authorized and accredited to operate and to
award four-year undergraduate programs, masters and PhDs. It is governed by a Board of
Advisors composed of prominent Zambian and international leaders from the academic,
government, and business communities.
Greenlight University offers students of every nationality a unique experience in studying and
living that broadens their intellectual horizons, encourages critical thinking, strengthens their
communication skills, and develops self-reliance.
UNIVERSITY REGISTRATION AND ACCREDITATION
Greenlight University is registered with the Zambian Ministry of Education as a recognized
and government registered higher learning institution.
Greenlight University programs are all accredited with the Higher Education Authority
(HEA) from Diploma to Phd and also recognized qualifications with the Zambia
Qualification Authority (ZAQUA).
Greenlight University has been given candidacy status for International Accreditation
Organization.
Greenlight University is affiliated to Logos University in Florida – USA. In 1982, LOGOS
was authorized by The Florida State Board of Independent Colleges and Universities to grant
degrees and continues as a registered degree-granting institution with the Florida Department
of Education Commission for Independent Education (CIE).
Greenlight University is affiliated with Aidan University in the US to grant their degrees
using our banner.
Through LOGOS Greenlight University is a member in good standing of the Association of
Christian Schools International.
Greenlight University has many other associations, MOUs and affiliations in specific
disciplines with Universities in the US, Australia and UK to grant degrees.
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VISION AND MISSION OF THE UNIVERSITY
VISION
To be a University of equal access for all academic, intellectual and professional
development of humanity.
MISSION STATEMENT
To provide world class educational programs and services to the enhancement of intellectual
development and professional preparation of humanity locally and globally through accredited
programs in Business, Theology, Public Health and Humanities.
PURPOSE STATEMENTS
To provide innovative, quality, top-class degrees at masters’ levels aimed at
contributing to global development.
To give equal learning opportunities to Zambians and improve their careers through
quality academic programs.
To serve our students in the areas of their academic need through distance learning
programs with great accountability and transparency.
To provide each student with the academic preparation needed for life-long learning and
personal fulfillment in an increasingly multicultural environment.
MOTTO: Knowledge and Hope
GOALS OF GREENLIGHT UNIVERSITY
GU has set the following institutional goals:
To achieve an international reputation as a distinguished Distance learning institution of
higher standards.
To be known for the teaching excellence, the scholarly achievements, and the research
output of its faculty.
To provide an academic environment that encourages personal research and intellectual
development.
To foster reasoned and reasonable discussion of contemporary issues through public
lectures, forums, and academic conferences.
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To develop courses, seminars, and other programs that instill an eagerness to embrace the
challenges of a more global future.
STATEMENT OF FAITH
As a Christian private University, Greenlight University adheres to the following tenets:
We believe that Scripture consists of the 39 books of the Old Testament and the 27 books of
the New Testament as originally God inspired and given by the Holy Spirit. We believe that
Scripture is infallible, inerrant, and to be received, read, believed and obeyed as the written
Word of God.
We believe Scripture reveals only one living and true God, who exists in the three
persons of the Godhead: the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. These three are one
God, the same in substance, equal in power and glory.
We believe in the full deity and full humanity of Jesus Christ, in his virgin birth, his sinless
life, his miracles, his substitutionary and atoning death, his bodily resurrection, his ascension
to the right hand of God the Father, his present rule over and intercession for the Church,
and his visible return in power and glory.
We believe in the present ministry of the Holy Spirit, whose work of regeneration is
essential for salvation. By the Spirit's sanctifying power, which indwells all believers in
Christ, we are enabled to live godly lives of worship and service.
We believe in the bodily resurrection of every person for the final day of judgment
before the Lord Jesus Christ — the lost unto eternal punishment and the saved unto
eternal life.
OUR PHILOSOPHY AND VALUES
1. Transparency
2. Responsibility
3. Accountability
4. Service
5. Teamwork
6. Integrity
7. Resiliency
COLORS OF THE UNIVERSITY
Blue – Our commitment to the pursuit of Excellence, the sky being the limit.
Purple – Our call for dignity in service.
Green – Life, Preservation and Equal Access.
White – Accountability and Transparency
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REASONS TO CHOOSE GREENLIGHT
1. 100% Accredited Courses.
2. Internationally recognized qualifications
3. Career Focused:
4. Affordable fees.
5. International Students.
6. Research Focused with 4 dedicated Research Centers.
7. Experienced and well qualified lecturers.
8. Great Pathway: Progression from Masters to Ph.D program.
9. Great course combination.
DEFINITION OF PROGRAMS AT GREELIGHT UNIVERSITY
BACHELOR’S DEGREE AT GREENLIGHT UNIVERSITY?
The bachelor’s degree is a four year undergraduate program in the field of interest that requires a
person to have completed High School or have reached mature age entry to study the program. It
is offered through distance and online study.
WHAT IS A MASTER’S DEGREE (MA/MSc)
The Master’s degree is a graduate level program offered mainly in two years though some
masters will take one year depending on the type in the field of interest that requires a person to
have completed the undergraduate degree in a particular field and is offered through distance and
online study.
DOCTORATE DEGREE (PHD) AT GREENLIGHT UNIVERSITY
Anyone who has obtained an MA/MSc degree is in principle eligible to proceed to a doctorate
(PhD). The doctoral degree is the highest degree at philosophical and intellectual level where a
student undertakes academic research and publishes the results in a dissertation which must then
be defended in the presence of the committee for higher degree.
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ADMISSIONS REQUIREMETS FOR DEGREE PROGRAMS
Undergraduate Entrance Requirements.
Student wishing to study for any of the undergraduate or graduate program should have ONE of -
the following entry requirements:
(1) Completion of grade 12 with passes (1-5) in 5 ‘O’ Level subjects in one examination sitting
including Math, Science and English language or literature in English.
(2) An average of 6 to 24 points (Zambian) to be accepted in Business courses. (Passes should
include English and Maths and any science).
(3) Full senior certificate with 5 passes at ‘A’ level including English, Math, and any of the
sciences.
(4)Pass 5 HIGCSE subjects with grades 1-3 and 1 IGCSE subjects with symbols (A-C) with
English and Mathematics and science.
(5)Pass 5 O level with symbols (A-C) of which English or literature in English is one of the
subjects.
(6)At least 45years of age without school qualifications.
(7)Pass 5 IGCSE level subjects with symbols (A-C) including English language.
(8)Completed qualification in any field beyond secondary education and working experience.
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ADMISSION INTO MASTERS PROGRAMS.
All applicants for Masters Degree must possess a bachelor’s degree from an accredited
institutions and must have a relationship in the area of study.
Unconditional Admission Students may be admitted unconditionally if they meet the following requirements:
1. Hold a masters or higher degree from a regionally accredited university. An official
transcript showing completion of a master’s or higher degree is required.
OR
2. Hold a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university with a
minimum overall undergraduate grade point average of 2.5 (4.0 scale) or a 3.0 grade
point average on the last 21 semester hours.
3. Conditional Admission Conditional admission may be granted under certain circumstances to applicants who
cannot satisfy all unconditional admission requirements to the graduate program.
Students in this category may see the school registrar to get details of the program.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR PHD APPLICANTS
1. Unconditional Admission to those with a PhD in related field
2. Overall 3.5 GPA at masters level or 65% average pass at masters level
3. A written letter of purpose
4. An authentic Masters Degree from a recognized University
5. A comprehensive resume detailing all skills and abilities for applicants
6. Complete two letters of recommendation
7. Minimum three years working experience
EVIDENCE OF ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY:
Applicants whose language of instruction was not English must demonstrate sufficient
preparation in the English language. Standardized test scores, such as the Test of English as a
Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), are
useful in assessing a student’s language capability. A score of 90 on the TOEFL iBT (internet-
based TOEFL), 565 on the paper-based TOEFL (or 225 on the computer-based TOEFL exam),
or 6.5 on the IELTS is required.
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RECOGNITION OF PRIO LEARNING
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) allows recognition for skills or knowledge previously
acquired regardless of whether such skills were obtained through formal, informal or non-formal
means. RPL candidates will receive a through formal assessment, and depending on the outcome,
will be awarded credits towards a formal qualification.
REGISTRATION DOCUMENTS
All applicants should submit the following while applying for any study program at
Greenlight University:
Certified copies of the statement of results
Senior certificate certified copy
Passport or ID copy certified
Original certified copies of vital documents
Reference letters from the employer/academics
Application form filled in complete
Pay the required application and assessment fees
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BACHELORS DEGREES
PROGRAM NAME: BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
AND MANAGEMENT
PROGRAM CODE: BS530
PROGRAM CREDITS: 120
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION.
Business Administration and management refers to the activities involved in running, or
administering and managing a business or the business side of organization. Successful
businesspeople do not know just one aspect of the business—they are familiar with all the major
components and activities that make up the organization and how they work together for
organizational success.
The Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration and Management focuses on core
business and management functions and the curriculum in Business Administration emphasizes
the application of information technology, teamwork, problem-solving and critical thinking for
decision making.
Career Opportunities
banking
finance
product development
marketing
business analysis
human resources
IT management
supply chain management
new business development
manufacturing
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PROGRAM COURSES
1St Year Courses
Introduction to Business admin/Management
Legal and Regulatory Environment
Financial Management
Human Resource Management
Information Systems Management
Economics and Business Statistics
Marketing Methods
Operations Management
Microeconomics
2nd Year Courses
Production & Operations Management
Corporate Finance
Business and Commercial Law
Industrial Relations & Labour laws
Organization Behavior
Business Taxation
Management Accounting
International Business
Business Economics (Macro)
I.T. in Business and Management
3rd Year Courses
Performance Management
Supply & Chain management
Business Planning
Entrepreneurship Development
Business Ethics
Research Methods in social sciences
International Trade
Business Communication Skills
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Marketing management
Cost Accounting
4th Year Courses
Small Business Management
Business Strategies for Sustainable Development
Business management
Global Financial Management
Applied Business Project
Project Management principles
Quantitative Methods
Marketing Planning
Strategic Management
PROGRAM NAME: BACHELOR OF THEOLOGY WITH LEADERSHIP AND
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
PROGRAM CODE: BS500
PROGRAM CREDITS: 120
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:
This degree is a 120 credit program and carries 4 years for the first timers but full-time ministers
or those already pastoring will receive credit transfer of one year six months in all practical areas
on ministry and areas that apply to that criteria. Students will, through a process of applied
learning, increase their knowledge and skill level in leading and developing organizations that
are able to represent the ideals of the kingdom of God and meet such expectation wherever they
aspire to influence in the changing global environment. Graduates will have an adequate
foundation of theology, spiritual issues and community based disciplines necessary for
leadership. The individual is trained and equipped to not only have head knowledge but also the
heart and hands to succeed in their vocation.
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Program Objectives (Learning Outcomes)
At the end of this program, students should be able to;
1. Understand and have a grasp of the major themes of theology and integrate a
Christian worldview in the breadth of learning.
2. Demonstrate an ability to use biblical interpretation in order to evaluate elements of
theologies and doctrines of the Christian faith.
3. Identify possibilities of an effective culturally relevant ministry by contextualizing the
gospel through applied theology.
4. Explore the process and application of leadership skills through careful analysis to
facilitate measurable outcomes of an organization in a specific community.
5. Formulate procedures and propositions that identify societal needs and opportunities
in order to develop and sustain a culturally relevant organization.
6. Implement managerial skills and techniques of goal setting and evaluation in
managing a team to achieve a desired purpose.
7. Apply appropriate counseling skills in the field of Christian counseling to provide
tangible solutions to people with personal challenges.
8. Validate the dynamics of leadership for essential team building and interaction to
achieve the purpose and goals of an organization.
9. Integrate biblical principles and core values in ministry development that ensure
positive outcomes.
10. Evaluate sociological principles that apply with Christianity to bring about
meaningful social change.
11. Develop skills to ask relevant questions that would lead to relevant development
interventions.
12. Promote effective organization communication and community organizing skills.
13. Introduce students to broad theory and practice of community development.
14. Promote a scholarly approach to researching and reporting in community
development studies.
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Target Group
Leaders of churches and those aspiring for leadership requiring a biblical
education that is across several disciplines.
Individuals who have a sense of the call of God on their lives and wish to prepare
for a life of holistic ministry.
NGO workers, chaplains of institutions and those of Christian organizations
intending to develop or sharpen leadership skills in order to effectively broaden
their influence.
Those with a passion to increase their expertise and explore transformational
propositions for their organizations or communities from a Christian worldview
point.
CAREER BENEFITS FOR THIS PROGRAM
Leadership development and community development particularly from a Christian perspective
is a vital component for a world that requires positive change that is of necessity. Setting a
foundation of skill that is motivated by integrity and heart compassion forms the basis for any
meaningful change. The “what” and “how to” of leadership and theology is the ethos of this
program. Therefore, it is a preparation for a career of service at levels of influence in a wide
variety of organizations such as churches, NGOs, government, and community-based
organizations.
A Bachelor Degree qualification in Theology with Leadership and Community development sets
the individual on a firm foundation of leadership capacity and opportunity to fill the quest for
much needed leadership for direct social interaction. There is also the possibility of exploring a
number of areas of self-propagated entrepreneurial options for self-reliance in capacity building.
These can be realized through an existing organization going through a paradigm shift that fulfils
its purpose more efficiently or by creating new and innovative entities that reach
transformational goals and expectations. The program includes the following courses:
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PROGRAM COURSES
First Year Courses
Introduction to Theology
Business Ethics
Leadership and Governance
New Testament studies
Old Testament studies
Systematic theology
Accounting Fundamentals
Biblical theology
Second Year Courses
Hermeneutical Studies
The Ministry of the Holy Spirit
Sustaining Community development
Kingdom Dynamics and the Covenant
Organizing Community Groups
The Gospels and Acts
Sociology - Colonization, Decolonization and Development
Community Development: Theory and Practice
Third Year Courses
Pastoral Counseling
Development paradigms
Community Development Processes
Introduction to Psychology
Social Responsibility/Corporate citizenship
Pastoral theology
Prophets in Scripture
Apologetics
Fourth Year Courses
Church government
Change management
Social Entrepreneurship
Nonprofit Management
Research Methods in Social Sciences
Leadership Principles
Policies & Strategies for Community Intervention
HIV-AIDS Issues and Aspects
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PROGRAM NAME: BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN COMMUNICATIONS AND PUBLIC
RELATIONS
PROGRAM CODE: BS510
PROGRAM CREDITS: 120
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
This qualification will give students the practical skills required to work in the areas of
communications, public relations, and corporate communication. Students will learn how to
develop and implement communication programmes, manage an organization’s reputation, carry
out public relations campaigns and manage internal communication. In any industry having a
sound public relations team is a must. The public image and ethos of a company, must not just be
highlighted, but also understood and protected at all costs. This degree is suited for that and the
course content has been designed to give students a broader understanding of the importance of
communications and public relations in a business setting and most importantly equip you to
enter the industry with a unique understanding of aspects of problem-solving, economics and
corporate social responsibility in the business context. It helps students to improve their career in
professional communications by developing skills in cross cultural and international
communication, campaign communication, public relations and digital media.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Students at the end of the program will learn to:
Critically apply advanced communication knowledge and theories to decision making in
contemporary professional contexts;
Investigate complex organizational challenges, and employ creative and evidence-based
approaches to their resolution;
Investigate and analyze contemporary trends and cultural shifts, and their impact on
organizational and communication management practice;
Critically and ethically assess communication practices and principles;
Demonstrate creativity, innovation and strategic thinking to communicate effectively in
written and oral to diverse cohorts (such as peers, scholars and industry professionals)
Identify and explain core concepts and practices relevant to public relations,
communication management and the communication process
Apply stakeholder analysis and relationship management principles to public relations
and communication management contexts
Analyse communication practices in business and evaluate their effectiveness
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Work collegially with others and communicate with clarity in oral and written forms
Develop, implement and evaluate communication policy, systems, strategies, objectives
and goals.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
This qualification will prepare students for a variety of roles such as a public relations advisor,
communications advisor, media relations manager, corporate affairs director, external
communication manager, publicist, public relations and communications assistant.
PROGRAM COURSES
First Year - Semester 1
Introduction to Communication Theory
Foundations of Journalism: Logic, Evidence and Research
Foundations of Journalism: Writing
Writing for Public Relations
The Study of Society
First Year - Semester 2
Introduction to Public Relations
Business Communication
Foundations of Journalism: National and International Institutions
Introduction to Media Ethics and Law
Reporting and Writing I: Basic News and Features
Second Year - Semester 1
Introduction to Sociological Theory
Computer Literacy
Broadcast Reporting and Writing (Radio and Television)
Basic Statistics
Reporting and Writing: In-depth Journalism
Second Year - Semester 2
Research methods in social sciences
Corporate Social Responsibility
Reporting and Writing: Specialized Journalism (Arts and Culture)
Broadcast Reporting and Writing II: Television
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Online / multimedia Journalism
Third Year - Semester 1
International Communication
Communication Across Cultures
Managing Public Relations Campaigns
Public Relations Writing
Ethics and Regulations in Communications Practice
Third Year - Semester 2
Print and Web Journalism
Creative Writing
Crisis and Risk Communication
Organisational Communication
Media, Audiences and Media Relations
Four Year Semester 1
Social Media for Public Relations
Professional Public Speaking
Visuals, Digital Media and a Global World
Cross-Platform Media Production
Managing the Public Relations Function
Four Year Semester 2
Case Studies in Public Relations
Communication Planning
Effective Communication Tools
Ethics and Public Relations
Public Relations Theory and Practice
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PROGRAM NAME: BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN MARKETING, ADVERTISING AND COMMUNICATIONS PROGRAM CODE: BS520
PROGRAM CREDITS: 120
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:
Bachelor of Science in Marketing, Advertising and Communications prepares students for
careers in Marketing, advertising and communications, marketing research, product
management and sales leadership. Students learn the fundamental principles involved in selling a
service, promoting a product or building a brand. This program introduces leading marketing,
advertising and communications concepts on how customer value is the driving force behind
every marketing strategy. Social, legal, economic, ethical and technological influences around
the globe must be recognized and considered for effective marketing to occur. Students will learn
how to recognize and implement these influences in their marketing strategies, and will be able
to effectively navigate the complex world of marketing in a practical, approachable, and
enjoyable way.
PROGRAM OUTCOMES
On successful completion of this unit, candidates will be able to:
Develop tactics to achieve record-breaking sales, build and protect a strong brand and
develop a new product from idea to commercialization.
Explain the role of the marketing plan and communications plan within the context of the
organization’s strategy and culture.
Describe the marketing planning process and the links between each stage of the process.
Explain the role of marketing communications and how the tools of the communications
mix can be coordinated effectively.
Develop marketing communication plans and brand support activities based on an
understanding of the salient characteristics of the target audience.
Explain the importance of developing long term relationships with customers, channel
members, agencies and other stakeholders and transfer such knowledge to the
development of marketing communication activities.
•Employ strategic marketing skills, including scenario planning, market intelligence,
customer profiles, marketing plans, and competitive analysis, to respond to organizational
marketing challenges
•Conduct research, analyze data, create effective marketing plans, and support decisions
that meet the needs and desires of global customers
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PROGRAM COURSES
First Year - Semester 1
Accounting for Nonaccounting Managers
Introduction to Statistics
Marketing Principles & Practices
Integrated Marketing Communications
Customer Relationships Management
First Year – Semester 2
Consumer Behavior
Marketing Research
Global Marketing
Digital Marketing
Fundamentals of Sales Management
Second Year – Semester 1
Nonprofit Marketing
Strategic Marketing Management
Network Marketing
Online marketing
Business Communications
Second Year – Semester 2
Promotional Marketing
Cross Cultural Communications
Retail Marketing
Research methods in social sciences
New Product Development
Third Year –Semester 1
Marketing Strategy
Current Issues in Marketing
Foundations of Advertising
Strategic Branding
International Advertising
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Third Year – Semester 2
Media Buying and Planning
Current Issues in Marketing Communications
Guerrilla Marketing
Global Communications
Design Practices: Information and Advertising Design
Fourth Year – Semester 1
International Marketing
Customer Service
Advertising and Promotions
Entertainment Marketing and Communications
Marketing Management
Fourth Year – Semester 2
Marketing Analytics
Organizational Communication
Crisis and risk communication
Marketing planning
Business to business Marketing
PROGRAM NAME: BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN PHILOSOPHY, POLITICS AND
ECONOMICS
PROGRAM CODE: BS540
PROGRAM CREDITS: 120
First Year Semester 1
Introduction to Philosophy
Principles of Macroeconomics
Principles of Microeconomics
Modern Political Philosophy
Political Communication
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First Year Semester 2
Topics in political Theory
International Law &, Justice
Global Economy
Intro to Political Science
Comparative Politics
Second Year Semester 1
Leadership and Governance
Development Economics
Public Finance
Mind, brain and Behavior
Public Policy
Second Year Semester 2
Introduction to psychology
Public Administration
Business economics
Environmental Philosophy
Introduction to sociology
Third Year Semester 1
Political Sociology
International relations theory
Democracy and Political Systems
Applied Philosophy
Globalization and Democratic governance in practice
Third Year Semester 2
Ethics of war and Peace
Labour economics
Media and politics
Public Economics
Intermediate economics
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Four Year Semester 1
International politics
Political philosophy
Philosophy of law
Development Administration
Zambian Political System
Fourth Year Semester 2
Moral Philosophy
Classical philosophy
Research methods in social science
Comparative governments
Ancient and Medieval Political philosophy
Gender Issues in Governance and politics
HONORS DEGREES AT GREENLIGHT UNIVERSITY.
GU offers Honor’s degrees for those with 3 years undergraduate degrees; those with
CIMA/ACCA qualifications level three; for students in the third year of their studies and for
those with enough qualifications but have not met the total requirements for entrance into
masters degree. Though an honor’s degree is a degree on its own, it is meant to be a bridge
leading to masters’ degree program for those who lack a complete baccalaureate degree. All
honors degrees at GU are 1 year programs and the following degrees are available at GU.
Bachelor Honors in General Organizational leadership.
Bachelor Honors in Project Management.
Bachelor Honors in Public Health.
Bachelor Honors in Development Studies
Bachelor Honors in Strategic Planning & Management
Bachelor Honors in Entrepreneurship & Business Development.
Bachelor Honors in Finance
Bachelor Honors in Marketing and Sales management
Bachelor Honors in Community Development
Bachelor Honors in International Relations & Conflict Resolution
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MASTERS DEGREES
PROGRAM NAME: MASTER OF SCIENCE IN INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS
ADMINISTRATION
PROGRAM CODE: MSB700
PROGRAM CREDITS: 45
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The Two-Year MSc in International Business Administration is a broad based general
management degree with 4 specialization tracks; Marketing Management, Financial
Management, Change & Business Management and Investment Management. This allows
students to gain knowledge in all the different areas in business and at the same time focus on a
specific area of choice. Students will obtain knowledge and understanding of key issues involved
in all the different areas of business; multiple perspectives on national and international business
activities and an understanding of the context in which they occur; the ability to apply financial,
marketing or change management strategies and principles to practical business situations. The
course gives an understanding of good teamwork, negotiation, communications and decision-
making skills.
PROGRAM OBJECTIVE:
The mission of the program is to provide a high quality business education to those who strive to
become leaders in international business, industry, and marketplace. The program is committed
to academic excellence, maintaining a collaborative learning environment, providing high quality
student service, and developing lifelong learning skills.
LEARNING OUTCOMES:
At the end of the program, students will be able to….
Learn to combine your knowledge and problem-solving skills in disciplines such as economics,
finance, marketing, operations, management, and accounting.
Enhance the development of critical managerial skills in the areas of leadership, teamwork,
ethics, and communication.
Obtain a firm understanding of international management strategy and global business
operations.
Gain a deep appreciation for using business tools for decision making and formulating global
strategy.
Enrich your capacity to learn new concepts, think critically, and prepare for the challenges of
tomorrow in a global environment.
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PROGRAM STUDY COURSES
Financial Markets and monetary economics
International trade and Business Management
Organizational Behaviour
Human Resource Management
Business Ethics
International Marketing/marketing Research
Applied Business Project
Investment & Portfolio management
Quantitative Methods and statistics
Research methods in social sciences
PROGRAM NAME: M.SC IN GLOBAL STUDIES AND INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS
PROGRAM CODE: MSGS720
PROGRAM CREDITS: 36
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Globalization has created a world of new opportunities for those confident enough to recognize
them and acquire the new skill sets needed for success in international government, consulting,
business and industry, nonprofit and educational sectors.
The Master of Science in Global Studies and International Affairs program prepares students for
internationally focused positions that range from traditional practitioners of diplomacy, to
development workers, to executives employed in the dynamic world of international
consultancy, trade and industry. Students will develop core competencies in international
political, economic, security, and diplomatic areas.
The program is a versatile two-year program that prepares students to pursue a wide range of
careers in the field of international relations, including work for national governments and a wide
range of IGOs and NGOs. The program includes core coursework that covers the fundamentals
of IR theory, research methods in IR, the workings of the global economy, and an overview of
global security issues. In addition to the core classes, students choose two tracks, allowing them
to develop in-depth knowledge in their chosen specialties, and write a capstone research paper.
The curriculum ensures that graduates emerge with a comprehensive perspective on international
issues and a clear understanding of the means by which these issues are researched, discussed,
and acted upon. There is also a strong emphasis on developing students’ skills in writing policy-
relevant documents. The capstone MA paper, which each student must orally defend before a
panel of three faculty members, reflects that emphasis.
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PROGRAM OBJECTIVE
The purpose of the module is to familiarise students with the major issues of global concern in
the light of international relations, globalization and commercialization, political social
approaches to, and methodologies of, understanding global issues and development, and with the
application of these approaches to projects, programmes and policy formulation.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this module, participants should be able to:
Identify global shifts and the environmental concerns from continent to continent.
Deal with issues of political economic changes in the global economy
Understand global business and financial issues and able to apply concepts that define our
world today.
Understand, and engage in a more meaningful association with the environment and its
multiple and changing dynamics in a global setting.
PROGRAM STUDY COURSES
• Global Economic Issues
• Introduction to Global Studies
• Global leadership, Governance and Politics
• Global Economic Systems and Institutions
• Global Public Health studies
• Globalization and Responses to Globalization
• Commercialization and global finance
• Development, Technology and Politics
• Climate Change
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PROGRAM NAME: MASTER OF SCIENCE IN INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS AND
ECONOMICS
PROGRAM CODE: MSBE705
PROGRAM CREDITS: 36
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Today, business and economics is global and interconnected and a financial move in one part of
the world can impact the lives of a whole web of stakeholders. A wide variety of organizations
are seeking economic decision-makers who can navigate the complex variables of international
business and deliver sound and ethical results. So the MSc in International, Business and
Economics has been designed to give students a firm grasp of global economics through core
courses in empirical economics and international business ventures. The program trains students
to become effective economists with a sound understanding of the interplay between business
and economics at an international level. As a graduate, you will be well prepared for a range of
different careers in multinational firms, international banks, start-ups, government, research
institutes, and consultancy firms.
OBJECTIVES
To get a sound understanding of the interplay between business and economics at an
international level.
It is designed to provide students with the knowledge, understanding, and skills necessary
for a professional career in economics.
To help students gain specialised knowledge firmly founded on the principles of
economics and business.
To give students the chance to analyze and understand the theory and practice of
management in the international business environment for large and small/medium
enterprises, respectively.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this module, participants should be able to:
Conduct independent research which contributes to the field of economics and business;
• Solve problems independently and in a team, while taking social factors into consideration;
Manage their own personal and professional development environments.
Apply economic tools to the challenging management problems associated with international
business decision making;
Examine and assess different aspects of the global business environment and provide insights
into the operation of international organizations and financial services;
Demonstrate competency in advanced skill sets in economics, finance and international
business, essential to the career development of global business managers.
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PROGRAM STUDY COURSES
• International ventures and Entrepreneurship
• Research methods in Business and social sciences
• Financial markets and Monetary Economics
• Organizational Behaviour
• Economic Reasoning (Micro and Macro Perspectives)
• Principles of Business Management
• Advanced Cross Cultural Marketing
• International Business and Trade
• Business ethics & Corporate Governance
PROGRAM NAME: MASTER OF SCIENCE IN PUBLIC POLICY AND GOVERNMENT
STUDIES
PROGRAM CODE: MSB740
PROGRAM CREDITS: 42
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The mission of the Master of Science in Public Policy and Government Studies program is to
prepare professionals with specialized skills and knowledge to advance the common good in a
range of public policy and governance issues in a diverse world. This degree is excellent training
for a career in the public, government, private, or nonprofit sector degree is a rigorous two-year
program that prepares students both to understand complex problems and to craft concrete
solutions.
OBJECTIVES
To familiarize students through an interdisciplinary conceptual toolkit that draws on the
social sciences but is adapted for action.
To impact features of policy analysis, economics, management and leadership, empirical
analysis, negotiation, ethics, and politics to students.
To give students the tools to examine governmental and social institutions in our society,
explore areas of reform, and most importantly, bring about change.
To strengthen the theory and practice of government, politics, and policy-making for
those who hope to make a significant difference.
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LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this module, students should be able to:
Understand and critically evaluate, the public policy issues facing our nation.
Gain knowledge and Give attestation to the working of government
Apply tools of strategic leadership dealing the government related activities.
Develop awareness into government systems and how they work to achieve required results.
Understand different governance structures for development
PROGRAM STUDY COURSES
Politics of Governance and Public Affairs
Economics for Policy Analysis and Planning
Government and Business
Introduction to Financial Analysis and Management
Urban Social Policy (Family, Race, Ethnicity, Gender, Immigration & Poverty)
Money and Politics
Resource Development and Marketing in Nonprofits
Understanding The Media: Old and New
Economic Development Policy, Urban Planning and Land Use
Employment and Labor Policy
Professional Paper The professional paper applies the methods, approaches, and perspectives studied in the
curriculum to a real-world policy or management problem. The resulting professional paper
includes an analysis of the issues and policy recommendations or discussions of the implications
of the analysis.
PROGRAM NAME: MASTER OF SCIENCE IN MANAGEMENT AND BUSINESS
LEADERSHIP
PROGRAM CODE: MSB707
PROGRAM CREDITS: 45
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PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The Degree in Business Management and Leadership (M.Sc.) provides a broad business
education that focuses on the fundamentals of business management and critical leadership
skills, and is immediately relevant to today’s business challenges and changing climate.
The Degree in Management and Business Leadership provides a broad business education that
focuses on the fundamentals of business management and critical leadership skills, and is
immediately relevant to today’s business challenges and changing climate.
PROGRAM OBJECTIVE.
The purpose of the module is to familiarise students with the major management issues and
leadership systems, understanding strategic leadership in business and entrepreneurship.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this module, participants should be able to:
Understand management in…….
Ways to analyze current and future industry trends and their impact on your organization
Best practices for recruiting, developing and retaining top talent
Refined decision-making techniques utilizing frameworks and real business scenarios,
broadening perspectives and enhancing capabilities for application to organizational
situations
Understanding Strategy
How to evaluate the market landscape and identify ways to positively impact your
competitive position
◦Evidence-based perspectives, models and concepts to analyze current organizational
issues and how to improve them
◦Anticipate, plan for and execute organizational change with proven strategy planning
techniques
◦Strategies to counter changes in industry life cycles and global business operations
◦Differences in strategic and tactical planning
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Understanding Leadership in……………
How training, succession planning and leadership development positively impact an
organization
Different types of behaviors (such as participative, transactional, ethical,
transformational, directive and supportive) and how they impact effective leadership
◦Differences between managing and leading, and how to develop, motivate, inspire and
sustain effective teams to drive organizational success
◦How charismatic leaders drive performance through emotional intelligence, visioning,
confidence expression and communication
PROGRAM STUDY COURSES
• Research methods in social sciences
• Principles of leadership and Management
• Business Ethics and Corporate governance
• Organizational Behavior
• Corporate Finance
• Marketing Research and business networking
• Global entrepreneurship
• Strategic leadership
• Performance management
• Managing diversity in the global environment
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PROGRAM NAME: MASTER OF SCIENCE IN MARKETING AND BUSINESS
NETWORKING
PROGRAM CODE: MSB702
PROGRAM CREDITS: 45
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The Master of Science in Marketing and Business Networking program trains marketing
researchers to work in industry, consulting firms, nonprofits, government, and other
organizations where marketing analysis adds value. With the rapid evolution of new technologies
and an increasingly sophisticated consumer population, it is crucial for companies and
organizations to reach customers in new and innovative ways in order to gain the competitive
edge. Jobs are growing in the field of marketing and business networking because social
networking and new interactive methods of communicating with customers are demanding fresh
ideas and new approaches.
PROGRAM OBJECTIVES
The purpose of the module is to familiarise students with the major marketing activities
marketing planning and marketing strategies for contemporary business.
To understand the nature marketing and its tools
To prepare students for these growth areas, as well as traditional areas, by emphasizing a
proficiency in quantitative skills such as statistics, databases and market research as well
as qualitative skills such as consumer behavior.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this module, students should be able to:
Understand the complex nature of marketing issues and critically evaluate the changing
nature of marketing.
To explain and engage marketing themes in a global context
Apply marketing research frameworks and engage business marketing strategies.
Develop marketing plans, action plans and strategic guerilla marketing tactics.
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PROGRAM STUDY COURSES
• Research methods in social sciences
• Marketing Management
• Introduction to International Marketing principles
• Digital and online marketing
• Network marketing and internet business
• Services Marketing and Professional Selling
• Advertising and Promotional marketing
• Business and marketing ethics
• Strategic and Guerrilla Marketing
• Marketing Planning
PROGRAM NAME: MASTER OF SCIENCE IN THEOLOGY AND DEVELOPMENT
PROGRAM CODE: MSB710
PROGRAM CREDITS: 36
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
This program is designed to provide Church leaders, and others who may be interested, with
practical skills in handling issues of development approached from a theological perspective.
The main objective of the degree is to promote the integration of development issues into the
mainstream Ministry of the Church equipping leaders with skills in needs assessment, research,
planning, resource mobilization, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of development
programs.
THE OBJECTIVES ARE:
1.To promote the integration of development issues into the mainstream Ministry of the Church.
2.To equip Church leaders with skills in needs assessment, Research, planning, resource
mobilization, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of development programs.
3.To awaken participants to the need for social action and justice in light of the poverty and
oppression prevalent in our communities.
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LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this module, students should be able to:
Explain the relationship that exists between theology and development and critically evaluate
global development issues.
Understand a number of key development issues in society affecting day-to day activities and
the organizational way of doing things.
Produce relevant and responsibly community actions directed at development.
Understand the theologies of poverty and development
PROGRAM STUDY COURSES
International Development: Global Issues, Power & Players
Systematic theology 1
Christian Ethics
Church & Community Partnerships
Peace Building and Conflict Resolution
Advocacy, Human Rights and Good Governance
Systematic Theology 2
Theologies of Poverty and Development
Urban Poverty & Theology
Community Development: Models, Tools & Practices for Transformation
PROGRAM NAME: MASTER OF SCIENCE IN GLOBAL ORGANIZATIONAL
LEADERSHIP
PROGRAM CODE: MSB730
PROGRAM CREDITS: 36
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The MS in Global Organizational Leadership program focuses on providing knowledge in key
functional business and organizational areas and essential leadership skills so that graduates are
able to effectively lead diverse teams and departments towards success in their global and
complex organizations. Graduates of the program are equipped with the technical business and
leadership skills, and the fundamentals of applied ethics required for success in today’s evolving
global marketplace.
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The program provides students with the opportunity to study management and organizational
theories, practices and strategies. Course topics are likely to include change management,
decision-making processes, team building methods, diversity management, organizational
behavior, global leadership practices and business communication methods and technologies.
The degree emphasizes strong, ethical leadership and teaches key organizational leadership
elements such as motivation, creativity, vision, strategic planning, teamwork, group
development, technology and organizational development.
PROGRAM OBJECTIVES:
To build the skill set to think critically and analytically, learn communication skills that serve
a diverse population, and develop the ability to lead change in increasingly global/complex
environments.
Learning to frame problems, use systems thinking and plan strategic interventions. Students
will acquire knowledge, skills and abilities through experiential learning and critical analysis.
Identify quality scholarship and research and demonstrate the potential application of
emerging leadership theory and knowledge to real world scenarios and simulations.
Integrate knowledge and skills from multiple disciplines in order to utilize critical thinking,
synthesize information, manage conflict, and create collective problem solving capacity.
Learning Outcomes
1. Distinguish between multiple approaches to exercising leadership in order to harness
collective talent, promote innovation and confront complex issues within organizations.
2. Interpret organizational dynamics, group dynamics and engage in systems thinking in
order to promote the development of a learning organization capable of orchestrating
conflict, creating innovation, and adaptation.
3. Evaluate ethical issues and aid organizational members in creating ethical culture
appropriate to the organizational and/or global arena that supports operating in
environments of diversity, uncertainty and unpredictability.
4. Distinguish between the functions of authority or power and the understanding of
leadership and be able to apply diverse leadership skills, utilize frameworks in order to
serve organizational purposes.
5. Utilize emerging technology, presentation skills and communication both in face to face
and virtual environments.
6. Utilize dialogue and other forms of inquiry with groups and teams in order to create
collective problem solving and strategic plans.
7. Create frameworks to determine how decisions made might impact ethical culture,
support sustainability practices and serve the organizational purpose.
PROGRAM STUDY COURSES
Global Business Leadership
Change Management for Global Leaders
Globalization and Global Leadership
Global Business Communications and Strategy
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Finance for Global Leaders
Research methods in Social Sciences
Marketing for Global Business
International Comparative Leadership
Strategic Human Resources Management
Global Policy, Politics & Law
International Strategic Planning and Implementation
PROGRAM NAME: M.SC IN ENTREPRENEURSHIP, INNOVATION AND BUSINESS
DEVELOPMENT
PROGRAM CODE: MSB708
PROGRAM CREDITS: 45
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The Master of Science in Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Business Development is an
accelerated and highly experiential program offering the skills, frameworks, and learning
experiences to create and launch new business opportunities in large organizations or new
companies. Each innovation has different aspects, some referring to its value proposition, some
to its future users, some to probable responses from its competition, and so forth. An innovation
does not become successful by taking a one-sided focus on these aspects. You will learn about
the processes of identifying ideas for innovation, strategies in different types of companies as
well as how innovation can become a part of the overall strategy of a company.
PROGRAM OBJECTIVES:
To help students gain knowledge on how to put innovation on the corporate strategy
agenda.
To help students acquire skills to identify and structure ideas for innovation and business
development and make plans for their implementation.
To provide students with a thorough understanding of company organisation, project
management tools, and relevant tools in management and financial control.
To provide a framework and a toolkit for future managers and entrepreneurs to identify,
access and manage business opportunities in either their own companies or in existing
organizations.
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To help students reflect the realities of the global environment and provides general
management courses together with highly specialized modules in the areas of Innovation,
Strategy and Entrepreneurship.
. The focus is on entrepreneurship in relation to innovation and the start-up of a
new company based on recent scientific research in the field of entrepreneurship
and cases from the real world. Entrepreneurship involves, among other things,
creating new businesses, developing business plans, recognising, capturing and
exploiting opportunities, and assessing the advantages and disadvantages of a start-
up. By learning to balance external opportunities and internal resources, you will
learn to build a bridge between the entrepreneurial drive for innovation and the
company’s financial reality and cost constraints.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this module, students should be able to:
Learn the skills of managing innovation and business development projects, such as
attracting venture capital and making budgets and draft and assess business plans.
Design their own viable project, but also to assess the quality of projects presented to
them by others.
Learn about the core aspects of management control and financial management in
relation to innovation projects.
Gain knowledge of how to forecast the future needs of a company for product innovation
in order to secure future revenue earning opportunities.
PROGRAM STUDY COURSES
The Entrepreneurial Journey
Venture Initialization
Corporate entrepreneurship
Consumer behavior
Invention and technology development
Business values and ethics
Marketing and Sales management
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Innovation and business development
Investing in new ventures
Alliances, Mergers and Acquisitions
Cases in venture management
Small Business Developments (SMEs, SMME)
PROGRAM NAME: MASTER OF SCIENCE IN PROJECT MANAGEMENT &
LEADERSHIP
PROGRAM CODE: MSB731
PROGRAM CREDITS: 36
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The Master of Project Leadership is a professional degree for project managers, executives and
senior managers seeking to develop their leadership and strategic thinking capability in order to
lead projects at an organizational level. It looks at the skills required to establish and tailor
sophisticated interdependent project frameworks, as well as exploring the cutting-edge concepts
of open systems innovation, dynamic social networks and design thinking.
The program will broaden and strengthen the analytical skills necessary to articulate change and
enable adaptation in today’s fast-changing global, political, technological and information
environments.
OBJECTIVES
The program will enable students to achieve success at the highest levels of management by
preparing graduates to:
Understand projects in general
Manage complex projects
Facilitate relationships between the project team and customers
Balance competing demands among scope, time, cost, and quality
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LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this module, participants should be able to:
Acquire the knowledge of how to apply a range of relevant models and theories across
projects at an organizational level.
Deepens understanding of the dynamics of delivery, adaptation and change, and of managing
the connected complexities of decision making.
Develop innovative ways of treating projects as dynamic and adaptive systems and how to
apply the principles of complexity thinking in order to manage large-scale initiatives
successfully.
To understand major streams of leadership theory and how leadership relates to various
aspects of organizational effectiveness and efficiency.
Learn the significance of interpersonal skills to effective leadership, and demonstrates how
one can apply the principles of emotional intelligence to influence and manage the delivery
of successful project outcomes.
PROGRAM STUDY COURSES
• Project Cost Accounting & Finance
• Project Management principles
• Management of Project Teams
• Project Performance Measurement
• Research Methods in social sciences
• Project Procurement Management
• Management Science Applications in Project Management
• Evolving as a Project Leader
• Introduction to Advanced Scheduling
• Managing Projects in a Dynamic Environment
• Project Administration and control
• Project Risk Management
• Project Stakeholder & Communications Management
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PROGRAM NAME: M.SC IN CONFLICT RESOLUTION, HUMAN SECURITY & PEACE
STUDIES
PROGRAM CODE: MCRP 741
PROGRAM CREDITS: 45
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The MSc in Conflict Resolution is a program with a strong emphasis on the blending of theory
and practice, peace studies with conflict resolution, and the human security component. This
program explores the following critical issues: theories on the causes of conflict and war; non-
violence theories and organized violence at the international and intra-national levels, alternative
approaches to resolving and preventing conflict, approaches to peacebuilding, Human security
issues; peacemaking, reconciliation and transformation. The curriculum is unique in the field as
it bridges peace studies with conflict resolution studies in an international and cross-cultural
approach. The Master’s program promotes a systemic perspective to the challenges facing
individuals, families, organizations, and communities.
OBJECTIVES:
The purpose of the module is to familiarise students with the major social approaches to, and
methodologies of, understanding poverty and development, and with the application of these
approaches to projects, programmes and policy formulation.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this module, students should be able to:
Acquired a thorough understanding of advanced issues in peace and conflict research in order
to be able to critically examine, assess and analyse the origin, dynamics and resolution of
armed conflicts on a scientific basis.
Acquire knowledge and skills that provide you with the capacity to solve problems
independently and the ability to monitor and critically evaluate the development of
knowledge within peace and conflict research.
Access an opportunity for even more advanced studies in various special areas of the subject
such as how democratization influences the prospects of durable peace or how the Western
security agenda has shifted since the end of the Cold War. The programme also entails the
opportunity for a one.
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PROGRAM STUDY COURSES
1. Theory and Practice of Contemporary conflict resolution
2. Critical and Contemporary issues in Peace and Conflict Studies:
3. Peace Education
4. International Relations
5. Forgiveness, Reconciliation and Conflict Transformation
6. Human Security: Theories, Concepts and implications
7. Human Security and International Law: Prospects and Problems
8. Introduction to Non-Violence -Theory and Practice
9. Restorative Justice and Human Rights Law
10. Universal Human Rights in Theory and Practice
11. Strategic Peace building and Public Policy
12. Gender, Conflict, and Peace Studies
PROGRAM NAME: MASTER OF SCIENCE IN DEVELOPMENT FINANCE
PROGRAM CODE: MSB701
PROGRAM CREDITS: 45
Program Description
The Master of Science Degree in Development Finance is designed to develop people of
different professionals and institutions that can help provide optimum financial outcomes that
enhance the design and implementation of reforms and capacity-building programs adopted by
governments, the private sector, NGOs and the wider emerging market.
The MSc (D.F) lays the foundation for a successful career in international development work.
Development organizations need people who combine a firm theoretical grounding in finance,
economics and development with a practical command of applied techniques and with hands-on
personal experience in international development projects.
The Development Finance concentration is designed to let students acquire a unique mix of skills
and competences.
THE NEED FOR DEVELOPMENT FINANCE
Development Finance is widely practiced today by all central governments; major development
finance institutions including the World Bank, the IMF, the UN; as well as public and private
sector organizations, international foundations and NGOs. There is a shortage of Development
Finance experts in Africa and this is currently where the expertise is needed most. The MSc
(Development Finance) Program aims to ensure that Zambia and Africa produces enough
development finance experts to meet the growing needs of the growing of Zambians and that of
the continent.
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By the end of this module, students should be able to:
a comprehensive knowledge of the main concepts and analytical skills on development finance
in developing and emerging market economies
critical understanding of contemporary issues related to development finance at the macro,
sectoral and enterprise level
an understanding of the design, implementation, and evaluation of specific problems of
development finance such as micro finance
an infrastructure for postgraduate research in the fields of development finance in developing
and transitional economies
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Ability and skills to contribution to policy formulation and implementation in this field.
To explore key issues in development finance and microenterprise finance against the
background of major perspectives on development and macroeconomic policy.
To provide understanding and evaluating the role of development finance in the process
of economic development.
To reflect on student’s own experience of financial service provision and undertake
empirical research on development finance issues in their own countries.
The Development Finance concentration consists of the following 9 modules:
Finance, Economic Growth and Development
Financial Development
Microfinance/ Micro-enterprise Finance
Corporate Finance and Investment
Issues in Development Finance
International Finance for Development
Monitoring & Evaluation
Quantitative Techniques
Research Methods in social sciences
Electives (Choose only two) • Globalization and Innovation
• International Trade Policies
• Global Financial Architecture
• Project Management
• Corporate Governance
• Sovereign Debt Management
• Public Sector Finance
• Risk Management
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NAME OF PROGRAM. MASTER OF SCIENCE IN EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP
(STANDARDS)
PROGRAM CODE: EDS 751
NUMBER OF CREDITS: 36
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:
The MSc in educational leadership in standards and assessment is a 48 credits leadership degree
designed for education leaders, inspectors of schools, academic standards offices, and head
teachers, consultants in education, assessors and moderators of education. The degree presents
processes and procedures in the application of academic standards for quality assurance purposes
at all levels of learning detailing the regional and international academic standards. The program
looks at different assessment tools, philosophical foundations for education, curriculum
development strategies and much more.
OBJECTIVES:
To enhance the skills of education assessors for public and private schools in the application
of standards and education frameworks.
To familiarize students with the major educational standards and inspectorate principles for
determining appropriate standards for schools.
To transmit the best educational practices in the assessment, monitoring, moderating and
defining education.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this module, students should be able to:
To know the requirements and competencies of a standards officers at both primary and
secondary level of learning.
To make judgment and assessment of education practices and determine improvement and
development.
Understand, and critique, different education qualification frameworks including moderating
in the education process.
Understand, and engage accreditation principles, techniques and methodologies of cross-
cultural education.
PROGRAM STUDY COURSES
Extensive readings in education philosophy
Education Leadership
Education standards 1 - Standards and quality assurance
Curriculum Design and development strategies
Moderator’s course (moderating educational standards)
Assessor’s course (strategies of assessment)
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Education standards 2 – Accreditation, Qualification Frameworks and affiliation
Action Research for educators
Comparative education – world perspectives
Measurement, Evaluation and Monitoring of education standards
Educational assessment and inspection 1(Lower)
Educational assessment and inspection 1(Higher)
PROGRAM NAME: MASTER OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION – MPA
PROGRAM CODE: PA766
NUMBER OF CREDITS: 36
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:
This is a degree designed to develop professional competency and leadership in individuals
associated with public and non-profit sectors by providing quality graduate professional
education through a standardized curriculum.
OBJECTIVE.
To provide students with qualitative and quantitative analytical skills and with the hands-on
management skills required by leaders in the major fields of public affairs, combined with
substantive knowledge of a policy concentration.
To ensure that students understand public management administration as it relates to
organization.
Think critically and self-reflectively about emerging issues concerning public service
leadership, management and policy.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
At the end of the program, students should be able to
Articulate and exemplify the ethics, values, responsibilities, obligations and social roles of a
member of the public service profession.
Identify and apply relevant theories and frameworks to the practice of public service leadership,
management and policy.
Respond to and engage collaboratively with diverse local and global cultures and communities to
address challenges in the public interest.
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Identify and engage with the key elements of the public policy process.
Employ appropriate qualitative and quantitative techniques to investigate, monitor and manage
resource use.
Create and manage systems and processes to assess and improve organizational performance.
Conceptualize, analyze, and develop creative and collaborative solutions to challenges in public
service leadership, management and policy.
Assess challenges and explore solutions to advance cross-sectoral and inter-jurisdictional
cooperation in public programs and services.
Demonstrate verbal and written communication skills as a professional and through interpersonal
interactions in groups and in society.
Required Core Courses (21 semester hours)
• Research Methods
• Foundations of Public Administration
• Theory of Organizations
• Public Policy Analysis Organizational Behaviour
• Public Human Resource Management
• Governmental Budgeting and Financial Management
• Capstone in Public Administration
Students must select one of the following subjects:
• Quantitative Methods in Public Management
• Economics for Public Management
• Program Evaluation
Students must select one of the following courses:
• Intergovernmental Relations
• Administrative Law
• Ethics in Public Administration
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Concentrations (nine hours)
Students must select one of the following concentrations and take three courses from one of the
following concentrations:
• Education
• Public Management
Concentrations in Public Administration
Education
• Current and Emerging Instructional Technologies
• Curriculum Integration of Technology
• Trends and Issues in Adult Education
• Psychological Foundations of the Adult Learner
• Curriculum Development for Adult Education
Public Management
1. Economics for Public Management
2. Theory of Organizations
3. Strategic Planning
4. Program Evaluation
5. Intergovernmental Relations
6. Administrative Law
7. Managing Government Contracts
8. Organizational Behaviour
9. Leadership in Public Administration
10. Grant Management for Public and Non-profit Organizations
11. Ethics in Public Administration
12. Computers and Government Management Information Systems.
13. Quantitative Methods in Public Management
Learning and teaching methodology
This module is based on a set of reading materials, study modules, through a process of extensive
individual reading of these course pack materials. The module will also include a number of
discussion questions (or other exercises) in relation to each study unit
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NAME OF PROGRAM: INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND HUMANITARIAN
ASSISTANCE
PROGRAM CODE: IDA733
NUMBER OF CREDITS: 36
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:
What can be done about the massive disparities in wealth, development, and opportunity
between and within the countries of the world? Among the issues explored by this concentration
are global poverty, the state and civil society in development, foreign aid, the role of gender in
poverty alleviation, and the principles and politics of humanitarian assistance and intervention,
including those aimed at refugees and internally displaced persons.
PROGRAM OBJECTIVES:
To enhance the skills of development studies for humanitarian purposes.
To familiarize students with the major development strategies including support for
organizations.
To understand poverty alleviation strategies.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this module, students should be able to:
To know development concepts and paradigms.
To make policy recommendation for development assistance, human aid and international
development.
Understand, and critique, different development strategies and processes for development
and support.
Understand, and engage humanitarian principles, techniques and methodologies of cross-
cultural development aid.
PROGRAM COURSES:
1. Developing Countries in The Global Economy
2. Peacebuilding and Development
3. Global Public Health
4. Development and Social Change: A Global Perspective
5. Refugees and Internally Displaced Persons: Protection and Practice
6. Issues in Humanitarian Assistance and Intervention
7. Children Rights: International Norms and Standards
8. Gender and Development-Policy and Politics
9. Authoritarianism, Repression, and Corruption
10. Private Sector Partnerships
11. Sustainable Development: Water, Sustainability, and Opportunities
12. Project Management in International Development
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13. The Cluster Approach: Humanitarian Aid in Praxis
PROGRAM NAME: MASTER OF ARTS IN INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
PROGRAM CODE: IR775
NUMBER OF CREDITS: 36
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:
The pace of change in international relations (IR) is accelerating rapidly and strategic surprise is
now the norm. Nearly every day we wake up to something new and unanticipated. This
concentration is designed to give students an advanced understanding of the factors shaping IR,
and to place these factors in a futures context. What alternate future scenarios can we imagine?
What are the forces for change in IR? How are these forces shaping the policies and capabilities
of governments and Nongovernmental actors? What are the emerging issues that the world will
have to face, and how might they be addressed?
PROGRAM OBJECTIVES
The mission o the program is to ensures that graduates emerge with a comprehensive
perspective on international issues and a clear understanding of the means by which these
issues are researched, discussed, and acted upon.
To help developing students’ skills in writing policy-relevant documents
LEARNING OUTCOMES:
At the end of the course, students will be able to
To tackle the big issues facing global decision-makers: from war to poverty; from security to
the complexities of environmental degradation; from inequality to the study of global elites.
To show concern with issues of war and peace, focused on explaining and understanding the
behaviour of countries in their relationships with each other in the international system.
To learn and explain the key theoretical approaches in IR from Realism to Postcolonialism,
making theory accessible and understandable.
To equip students to evaluate theoretical positions in the light of pressing issues in
contemporary political life.
To explain the role of a range of other actors from NGOs, private enterprise, and
international bodies. You will use this pluralist theoretical framework to study international
cooperation, identity politics, global governance, ethics, and civil society.
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PROGRAM STUDY COURSES
International Negotiation: Cases and Lessons
Public and Modern Diplomacy
Ethics in International Affairs
The Future of International Relations: Forces for Change and Alternate Scenarios
Strategic Foresight for International Relations
The Media and International Affairs
Nuclear Non-Proliferation and Disarmament
Democratic Transitions: Setbacks and Successes
International Organizations and Role of US in world affairs
Foreign Policy Challenges Confronting Africa
Policy Hacking: International Relations by Design
Gender in International Affairs: Sex, Power, and Politics
Competition and Conflict on the World's Stage
PROGRAM NAME: Master of Science in Intellectual Property, Media and ICT Law
PROGRAM CODE: MIP760
PROGRAM LEVEL: 7
PROGRAM CREDITS: 36
LEARNING STRUCTURE:
Distance modules and 8 seminars/workshops in IP
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Master of Science programme in Intellectual Property Rights builds on the expertise of both
Intellectual Property Rights and the Interdisciplinary for Law & ICT. The programme provides
an in-depth study of different IP, ICT and media law. The IP, ICT and media sectors are rapidly-
evolving and highly complex sectors influenced by a myriad of technological, economic and
sociological developments. Existing legal frameworks are continuously challenged within these
sectors and traditional legal concepts and principles are regularly being reinterpreted. This
programme intends to address the increasing demand for qualified legal experts in the IP, ICT
and media sector. To achieve this objective, students are offered a comprehensive study of the IP
law, IT law and media and communications law, with special attention for interdisciplinary
perspectives and practical skills that are in demand in this sector. The teaching staff consists of
regionally and internationally respected academics, experts from institutions and leading
practitioners, ensuring an optimal knowledge and experience transfer. The programme provides
an excellent academic education and added value both to graduate students wishing to cap their
curriculum and to practitioners in search of top-quality, cutting-edge expertise.
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PROGRAM PURPOSE
The Master of Intellectual Property, Media and ICT Law, provides graduates with a Intellectual
Property degree, available to both lawyers and non-lawyers. It focuses on the principles of IP
law and developments in IP, deals with international context with an emphasis on the African
region, emphasizes practical and real-world knowledge of IP law and practice, builds knowledge
of international conventions and treaties including the role of WIPO in addressing IP in relation
to global challenges such as climate change, public health and food security.
PROGRAMME COURSES
The programme consists of the following courses (subjects):
1. General Introduction to Intellectual Property
2. Patents and Biotechnological Inventions
3. Copyright and Related Rights: Trade Marks, Domain Names etc
4. Industrial Designs and Plant Variety Protection
5. Antitrust and IP Rights.
6. Intellectual Property Management
7. Research Project.
8. IP and Computer Science – Protection of software through copyright and patents; open
source and proprietary paradigms
9. Managing and Financing IP – Law, Economics and Taxation issues
10. Media Law
11. Technology Transfer and Franchising Law
12. Global Policy and Economics of Intellectual Property Law
Application Considerations
Your application is complete when the following materials are submitted:
Fill in application form
Scanned and uploaded copy of transcripts - please ensure they are legible
Two Letters of Recommendation
Scanned and uploaded CV (.pdf preferred)
Statement of Purpose
Scanned and uploaded certificates, or any other items you deem pertinent (.pdf preferred)
Application Fee
Official ETS TOEFL (if required) Test Score Report
Please note, we do not require a writing sample
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Letters of Recommendation
Letters of recommendation are a critical component to a successful application. In general, when
reviewing letters of recommendation, the admissions committee is looking for information on
how applicants are likely to perform in graduate school and on their research potential. It is
typically better to get references from people who are respected in the profession for research as
opposed to employers in non-research jobs.
GRADUATE AND POSTGRADUATE REQUIREMENTS
Masters and Doctoral Dissertations
Masters’ theses and Doctoral dissertations are both formal written documents that result from
carefully organized research that is closely supervised under the direction and advice of
responsible academic personnel. The difference between the two is the extent to which the
research was performed and the originality of the document. Both documents must clearly
demonstrate the student’s ability to perform research at an advanced level; however, it is the
expectation of this institution that the Doctoral Dissertation will be of higher quality as it relates
to its contribution to the student’s field of study. Students are strongly advised and urged to find
good resources to aid them in writing a dissertation and one such source may be found at
http:/www.dissertationhelp.net/index.html.
PROCEDURES FOR RESEARCH STUDENTS
Topic – Students must first find the topic they are passionate about and submit to the council for
higher degrees.
Approval of topic – It take about three to six weeks for the faculty to approve the topic for
research. At times students may be called upon for interrogation on the statement of the problem
they have chosen.
Write Proposal – Students upon approval of the topic can then proceed to write a proposal
communication all the key aspects of the study such as overall objective, specific aims,
significance, context and background, conceptual, theoretical or epistemological foundation of
the study, hypothesis (where necessary), literature review, methodology and methods to be
employed, research structure and time table. A proposal should be in the range of 20 to 30 pages
or 6000 words on maximum.
Submission of proposal for approval – The next step is submitting the proposal for approval.
This will take three to four months and sometimes may require oral presentation.
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REQUIRED PAGE NUMBERS OF RESEARCH PAPERS
Research article – 50pages
Mini dissertation - 80pages
Full Masters Dissertation – 140 - 60pages
PhD Partial fulfillment – 120- 150 pages
PhD complete – 320 -350 pages
Research Aspects
A Thesis/Dissertation is a formal writing whose sole purpose is to prove that you have made an
original contribution to knowledge. To this end, it must show:
That you have identified a worthwhile problem or question within your particular field of
study.
That you have reasonably solved the problem or answered the question asked.
Because the purpose of the graduate Thesis/Dissertation is to prove that you have made an
original and useful contribution to knowledge, the examiners will read your work to find the
answers to the following questions:
1. Can the thesis/dissertation statement be clearly identified?
2. Is it a good statement?
3. Has it been answered before?
4. Is it a useful statement?
5. Did the student convince us the statement was adequately resolved?
6. Does the student’s work represent a contribution to knowledge?
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