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GREENLIGHT UNIVERSITY

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PHYSICAL ADDRESS

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MUNALI - LUSAKA ZAMBIA

Box 310172, Chelston - Lusaka URL: www.gluniversity.org

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PROSPECTUS

2016-2017 EDITION

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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 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 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


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


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



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


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


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


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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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


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.


• 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


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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• 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 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


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 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


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


• 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 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


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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• 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 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


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


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 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.


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 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


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.


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 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


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.


• 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


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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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 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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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


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


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.


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



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



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


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



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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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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