Liberal Arts & Communication Studies
The Department of Liberal Arts and Communication Studies (LACS) runs two graduate programmes on a trimester basis. These are:
- A one-year Master of Arts in Development Communication; and
- A one-year Master of Arts in Public Relations
It was formerly known as the Department of Liberal Arts. It was changed to its present name in 2021 to reflect the changing dynamics and the growth strategies envisioned by the leadership. The department is one of the two departments in the School of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences (SOLASS) while the other one is the Department of Economics and Hospitality Studies. The Department of LACS is also home to some General Education Courses (University required courses) in the undergraduate programmes. We service these courses at the other Schools namely: Faculty of Law (FLAW), Business School (BS), School of Public Service and Governance (SPSG) and School of Technology (SOT).
Head's Message
Dr. Wilberforce S. Dzisah
Head, Department of liberal Arts & Communication Studies
The Department of Liberal Arts and Communication Studies (LACS) welcomes you to our portal. As a Department, we engage in a variety of activities as part of our mandate to provide a conducive teaching, learning, training, and research environment for our students and our general clientele. We cherish our relationship and collaboration with our stakeholders whose contributions continue to spur us on to higher heights. These stakeholder collaborations have been of value to the Department and are best reflected in our offerings across the board. As a Department, we treasure our students, faculty, staff and the general public because they represent the greatest assets in our arsenal.
By this, we prioritise quality and offer our stakeholders such as students, memorable experiences once they come into contact with us. This starts right from enquiries about admissions to their recruitment, training, placement and alumni engagements. Besides, we have strong and dynamic alumni who are well-placed and offer mentorship to up-and-coming graduates. We pride ourselves on being part of the cog that delivers excellence to stakeholders which spans businesses and professions at the local, national and international levels. We also support community engagements using a variety of tools and consultancy services by leveraging our research and innovations in the liberal arts and communications field as a niche. We implore you to explore our portal for insights that are not only exciting but riveting.
Thank you!About the Department
The Department of Liberal Arts and Communication Studies (LACS) runs two graduate programmes on a trimester basis. These are:
- A one-year Master of Arts in Development Communication; and
- A one-year Master of Arts in Public Relations
It was formerly known as the Department of Liberal Arts. It was changed to its present name in 2021 to reflect the changing dynamics and the growth strategies envisioned by the leadership. The department is one of the two departments in the School of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences (SOLASS) while the other one is the Department of Economics and Hospitality Studies. The Department of LACS is also home to some General Education Courses (University required courses) in the undergraduate programmes. We service these courses at the other Schools namely: Faculty of Law (FLAW), Business School (BS), School of Public Service and Governance (SPSG) and School of Technology (SOT).
It has some of the most experienced and highly qualified faculty who combine theory with application. We boast of some of the most experienced faculty in the Department and School. As a leader in the provision of Liberal Arts and Communication education, our research and innovative approaches have been valuable to our students, and customers across diverse fields including civil and public servants as well as the international community. The programs and courses we offer are impacting not only the target market but also the value chain of all those who are connected to the field and beyond. This success is owed to strategic instructional approaches – case studies, simulations, role plays, experiential learning and practicum exercises. In the area of research, the Department has at its disposal varied research method tools and the latitude to play around with theories, concepts and models to assist with the analysis, interpretation and description of empirical data. The faculty is constantly researching into new areas of knowledge production to benefit the Liberal Arts and Communication Studies field.
Areas of expertise
- Development Communication
- Public Relations
- Communication
- Writing and Presentation
- French
- Logic and Critical Thinking
- Ethics, Values and Social Responsibility
Academic Programmes
Undergraduate (Day & Evening)
Graduate Programmes
ONE YEAR MASTER PROGRAMMES (Weekends)
M.A. Development Communication
The one-year Master of Arts in Development Communication is a very flexible but rich trimester programme. It is a unique programme designed to address development challenges and to close the poverty gap. Its strength is undergirded by the matrices of Indigenous Knowledge (IK) and Information Communication Technology (ICT). It is driven by nuanced diffused development communication strategies to galvanize multifaceted development at the community, national and international levels. The programme develops synergies for sustainable development approaches and knowledge transfer for secured livelihoods. It adopts new trajectories and places emphasis on critical analysis, case studies and application of development and communication strategies within contexts. The programme positions participants for careers in both local and international Governmental and Non-Governmental Organizations and for self-employment as entrepreneurs.
Programme Highlights: Stakeholder Engagement; Development Communication Strategies; Health Communication; NGOs Management and Development; Documentary Production and Microfinance and Credit for Development among others. Admission Requirements: An applicant to the MA in Development Communication and Public Relations programmes is required to have earned a bachelor’s degree or the equivalent as follows:- The applicant must have a good first degree with a minimum of 2nd Class Lower Division minimum OR
- Third Class with considerable industrial experience in the related field
- African History & Culture Business Communication I & II
- Communication I & II
- Contemporary Development Issues in Ghana
- Ethics & Values
- French for Business I & II
- Leadership, Ethics & Social Responsibility
- Logic & Critical Thinking
- Reading Seminar in Humanities I & II
- Writing & Presentation Skills I & II
M.A. Public Relations
The Master of Arts in Public Relations is also a one-year stress-free trimester programme designed to address specific needs in the public relations industry. It has cutting-edge design and execution strategies. The emphasis is on the quality application of scientific research tools using ICT as the key driver to impact the PR industry, management and administration as a whole. We train graduates who are research-minded, critical thinkers, problem-solvers, and ready to meet the greater challenges of the 21st century. As part of the social contract, we train and prepare graduates/professionals to become entrepreneurs and innovators and to take up managerial roles in both the private and public sectors. Programme Highlights: Corporate Communications; Protocol and Event Management; Integrated Marketing Communications; Public Speaking and Presentation Skills; Stakeholder Engagement; Documentary Production; Crisis Communication; and International Public Relations among others. Admission Requirements:
An applicant to the MA in Development Communication and Public Relations programmes is required to have earned a bachelor’s degree or the equivalent as follows:- The applicant must have a good first degree with a minimum of 2nd Class Lower Division minimum OR
- Third Class with considerable industrial experience in the related field
- African History & Culture Business Communication I & II
- Communication I & II
- Contemporary Development Issues in Ghana
- Ethics & Values
- French for Business I & II
- Leadership, Ethics & Social Responsibility
- Logic & Critical Thinking
- Reading Seminar in Humanities I & II
- Writing & Presentation Skills I & II
Our Faculty
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I get application forms?
Dial *924*200*16# to purchase an e-voucher using Mobile Money. Alternatively, you can visit any Consolidated Bank Ghana (CBG) or Ecobank branch across the country. After acquiring the e-voucher, proceed to apply online at https://apply.gimpa.edu.gh/
How much is the application fee?
Application forms are going for
Post First Degree Law (LLB) GHC 350
Masters/Postgraduate Diploma - GHC 250
Bachelors (including WASSCE LLB)/Diploma –GHC 200
International Students- USD 100
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What is the duration of your degree programmes?
Undergraduate programmes are usually 4 years. Masters programmes are for 1 or 2 years, depending on the programme. Post Graduate Diploma programmes are usually a year. However, you are encouraged to confirm with your prospective secretariat as some programmes may have a unique timeline.
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