The School of Business (SoB) has celebrated the academic achievements of its students at the 2025 Dean’s Awards ceremony, held under the theme “Excellence with Integrity.”
A total of 284 outstanding students from levels 200 to 400 as well as postgraduate students were recognised for their exceptional academic performance.
Ms. Ruth Awinebotima Apobisah, receiving the Outstanding Female Student award at the function.
Among the top honorees were Level 200 students: Mr. David Yamba Gatoni, who was named the Outstanding Male Student with a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 4.0, and Ms. Ruth Awinebotima Apobisah, who was recognised as the Outstanding Female Student with a CGPA of 3.938.
For their prizes, Mr. Gatoni, received the prestigious Major Awadzi Award of GH¢1,000 while Ms. Apobisah, was awarded GH¢1,000 along with an additional GH¢3,000 from KPMG, a leading provider of audit, tax, and advisory services.
Addressing students, the Dean of the School, Professor John Gartchie Gatsi, reaffirmed the School’s commitment to nurturing future global leaders.
Prof. John Gartchie Gatsi speaking at the function
He announced that the School had expanded its programme offerings to include partnerships with government organisations and had significantly increased undergraduate enrollment from 3,089 to 6,283 students.
In addition, Prof. Gatsi highlighted the School’s efforts to run cutting edge postgraduate programmes.
Notable among them according to Prof. Gatsi was the launch of customised postgraduate programmes for the Ghana Armed Forces and the Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority. Prof. Gatsi mentioned that there had been growth in the School’s PhD programmes, which currently had an enrolment of 143 students, with 38 successfully graduating.
A section of faculty and students at the function
“Our progress in doctoral studies is encouraging. We are also at an advanced stage for the accreditation of a new Doctor of Business Administration programme.” Prof. Gatsi noted.
The Dean of SoB expressed gratitude to faculty, alumni, stakeholders, and international partners for their continuous support.
“Our global collaborators have played a vital role in enhancing the School’s visibility and the quality of our academic offerings,” he added.
Category Marketing Manager at Unilever Ghana, Mr. Frederick Kwabena Asare, encouraged students to remain focused and purpose-driven.
“Remember why you are here and where you come from,” he said. “Let that guide your dedication to your studies,” he noted.
Mr. Frederick Kwabena Asare speaking at the function
Mr. Asare who was the Guest Speaker for the event urged the students to adopt a proactive learning mindset, uphold strong moral values, and avoid shortcuts on their academic journey.
Faculty and invited guests
Representatives from the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMAG), the Institute of Chartered Accountants, Ghana (ICAG), and KPMG also commended the awardees.
Source: Documentation and Information Section-UCC