Diploma in Business Administration

The Diploma in Business Administration at Valley View University is a practical programme for SHS leavers who want to understand how organisations run. It introduces the core areas of business — management, marketing, finance, and human resources — and prepares you for entry-level roles or further study. This page explains what the programme involves, how competitive it is to get in, and where it can take you.

What a business administration diploma covers

Programmes of this kind usually introduce you to the main functions of a business: management, marketing, finance, and human resources. You'll learn how organisations set goals, manage people, handle money, and communicate with customers. The diploma also builds practical skills such as report writing, record keeping, and customer service — useful in almost any workplace.

How hard it is to get a place

According to our information, this programme is less competitive to get into than many other university courses. It is also less competitive at the other Ghanaian institutions that offer it, including Accra Technical University and University for Development Studies. That does not mean you are guaranteed a place — you still need to meet Valley View University's admission requirements for diploma study. Check with the admissions office for the exact requirements, but know that entry is easier than for highly competitive programmes.

What you can do after graduation

Graduates of business administration diplomas typically go into administrative and support roles in companies, banks, schools, and government offices. Common first jobs include administrative assistant, customer service officer, sales representative, and human resources assistant. Because the diploma covers several areas of business, it also prepares you to continue your studies locally or abroad, should you later want a degree.