Welcome Message from the Coordinator
Welcome to the Master of Science in Pensions Management programme at the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA). We are delighted to have you join a programme that is preparing the next generation of pensions and social-security professionals for Ghana and beyond.
Over one intensive year, you will master pension systems, financing, regulation, risk, and accounting — combined with hands-on skills in data administration, financial modelling, and the use of analytical software such as Stata, JVM, and R. You will learn from experienced faculty, engage with industry practitioners, and graduate ready to advise governments, regulators, employers, and individuals on pension matters. We look forward to supporting you on this journey.
Programme Philosophy
The programme is built to equip students with the knowledge and skills to apply pensions management techniques in private and public organisations — bridging pensions theory, regulatory practice, and modern analytical tools to develop ethical, evidence-based professionals capable of designing, financing, regulating, and advising on pension systems.
Programme Objectives
- Describe the different types of pension systems and how they have evolved.
- Explain how different pension systems are financed and their short- and long-term risks.
- Describe the measurement of short- and long-term risk associated with different pension systems.
- Explain the regulatory framework and standards in the pension industry.
- Describe international best practices in pension scheme governance.
- Analyse pension systems and formulate strategic recommendations for governments, institutions, and corporations on advanced pension frameworks and related financial matters.
- Undertake independent and policy-driven research on pensions and related issues.
- Use computer application software such as Stata, Java Virtual Machine and/or R in pensions management.
Programme Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate a thorough understanding of pension systems, their financing, and their evolution.
- Assess and measure short- and long-term risks associated with different pension schemes.
- Apply the regulatory framework and international best practices in pension scheme governance.
- Develop strategic recommendations for governments, institutions, and corporations on pension frameworks.
- Plan and conduct independent, policy-driven research on pensions and related issues.
Programme Structure
Semester One Courses | Semester Two Courses |
1. MPRM601 Procurement Management — 3 2. MPRM603 Operations Management — 3 3. MPRM604 Procurement Law — 3 4. MPRM607 Risk Management in Procurement — 3 5. MPRM609 Research Methods — 3 6. MPRM611 Goods, Works & Services — 3 Electives (Choose One) MPRM613 Warehousing and Inventory Management — 3 MPRM615 Project Management — 3 | 1. MPRM602 Ethics and Relationship Management — 3 2. MPRM606 Strategic Management — 3 3. MPRM605 Supply Chain Management — 3 4. MPRM608 Management Information Systems and E-Procurement — 3 5. MCPC610 Project Work — 6 Electives (Choose One) MPRM614 Sustainable Procurement Management — 3 MPRM616 Global Sourcing — 3 MCPC612 Financial Management — 3 |
Programme Coordinator’s Profile
Programme Coordinator: Nana Owusua Aboagye-Darko
Contact the Coordinator via email: [email protected]
Contact the Coordinator via phone: 0248393745
