Institute of Chartered Accountants, Ghana (ICAG)

The ICAG Certificate introduces accounting and finance at a professional level. Offered at the University of Professional Studies, it gives you a foundation for entry-level roles in business and a route toward full chartered accountancy.

What this certificate covers

Programmes of this kind usually introduce the core areas of accounting: financial accounting, management accounting, taxation, auditing, and business law. You build skills in preparing financial statements, interpreting financial data, and applying ethical and professional standards. Most students also develop strong numeracy, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities that are useful across many business roles.

How hard it is to get a place

The University of Professional Studies has not published entry difficulty for this certificate. That means there are no official cut-off points or aggregates to rely on. Since it is a professional certificate, entry is often based on your WASSCE results or equivalent qualifications, but you should check with the admissions office for the exact requirements.

What you can do with it afterwards

Most graduates of certificate programmes like this go into junior accounting and finance roles, such as accounts clerk, tax assistant, or audit support. Many also use it as the first step toward the full Institute of Chartered Accountants, Ghana qualification, which leads to a career as a chartered accountant. You can also branch into broader business fields like banking and financial analysis.