Business Management — Programme Overview
OTHM Level 3 Diploma in Business Management — GTEC Approved | Ofqual Ref: 603/7795/1 | 6 Months | 120 Credits | 100% Coursework-based
Designed for WASSCE graduates and mature learners seeking a credible, GTEC-approved alternative pathway to higher education. OTHM Level 3 is equivalent to GCE AS/A Levels and accepted by Ghanaian universities and UK partners including Bangor University.
Core Units (20 credits each)
- Communication for Business (20 credits)
- The Business Environment (20 credits)
- People Management (20 credits)
- Customer Service (20 credits)
- Finance in Business (20 credits)
- Marketing (20 credits)
Progression & Skills
Progression Routes: Business Administration · Management Studies · Marketing · Human Resource Management · Banking & Finance · Accounting · Economics · Entrepreneurship
Key Skills Gained: Business communication, business environment awareness, people management, customer service excellence, financial literacy, and marketing fundamentals — preparing you for university and career success.
Foundation Diploma in Accountancy — Programme Overview
OTHM Level 3 | Ofqual Ref: 603/3811/8 | GTEC Approved | 6 Months | 60 Credits | Coursework-based
Build essential financial skills and progress to Accounting, Banking & Finance, or Economics degrees. Ideal for learners pursuing financial and business pathways.
Core Units
- Recording Financial Transactions (20 Credits) — Develop skills in recording business financial transactions accurately, including double-entry bookkeeping and ledger maintenance.
- Management Information (20 Credits) — Understand how management information systems support business decisions, reporting, and financial planning processes.
- Maintaining Financial Records & Numerical Accuracy (20 Credits) — Financial record keeping for real-world financial roles.
Progression: Accounting · Banking & Finance · Business Administration · Economics & Finance · Financial Management. OTHM Level 3 ≡ GCE AS/A Levels, accepted by Ghanaian universities and international institutions.
Health & Social Care — Programme Overview
OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Health and Social Care — GTEC Approved | Ofqual Ref: 603/6776/3 | 6 Months | 60 Credits | Coursework-based
Core Units
- Responsibilities of a Health & Social Care Worker
- Personal & Professional Development in Health & Social Care
- Effective Communication & Ethical Practice
- Health, Safety & Wellbeing in Health & Social Care
- Person-Centred Approaches
- Effective Handling of Information in Health & Social Care
Key Skills: Care responsibilities & ethical practice · Effective communication · Health, safety & wellbeing · Person-centred approaches · Professional information handling
Progression: Health & Social Care · Social Work · Sociology · Psychology · Community Development · Healthcare Administration
Information Technology — Programme Overview
OTHM Level 3 Diploma in Information Technology — GTEC Approved | Ofqual Ref: 603/7029/4 | 1 Year | 60 Credits | Assignment-based
Gain practical IT skills recognised by OTHM UK — an internationally recognised awarding body. Progress to bachelor's in IT, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Science, or Software Engineering.
Core Units
- Computer Systems — Foundations of hardware, software, and operating systems.
- Coding & Website Development — Programming logic and web design fundamentals.
- Networks — Data communication, LAN/WAN infrastructure and protocols.
- Mobile Communications — Mobile technology platforms and applications.
- Cyber Security — Threats, vulnerabilities, and digital protection strategies.
- Social Media for Business — Leveraging digital platforms for organisational growth.
Key Skills: Computer systems management, coding & web development, networking, mobile communications, cybersecurity fundamentals, and social media for business.
Occupational Health & Safety — Programme Overview
Technical Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety — GTEC-Approved | Ofqual Ref: 603/7346/5 | 60 Credits | Coursework-based
Nationally recognised by GTEC Ghana and awarded by OTHM UK. Ideal for learners pursuing workplace safety and risk management careers.
Core Units
- Health & Safety Principles — Foundations of workplace health and safety legislation, standards, and employer/employee responsibilities.
- Risk & Incident Management — Principles of identifying, assessing, and managing workplace risks and incident reporting procedures.
- Hazard Control Strategies & Practical application of OHS frameworks in professional environments.
Key Skills: Safety principles and legislation, workplace risk identification and assessment, incident management and reporting, hazard control strategies, and practical application of OHS frameworks.
Progression: Occupational Health & Safety Management, Risk Management, Facilities Management, Environmental Health, Safety Consultancy, and Compliance roles.
Continue to Level 4 & Level 5 — then to Degree
After Level 3, progress to OTHM Level 4 & 5 Diplomas (12–24 months) in Business Management or Information Technology at CIC, then top up to a Bachelor's degree at Bangor University (UK) and other partners. Also explore Professional, Short Courses and Corporate Training pathways.