Department of Development and Policy Studies
School of Public Service and Governance

Department of Development and
Policy Studies

A trailblazer in Public Health, Monitoring & Evaluation, and Occupational Health and Safety.

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A word from the Head.

Prof. Michael Dankwah
Prof. Michael Dankwah
Head, Department of Development and Policy Studies

Welcome to the Department of Development and Policy Studies — a trailblazer in the areas of Public Health, Monitoring & Evaluation, and Occupational Health and Safety for professionals seeking expertise in these domains.

Our vision is to be a centre of excellence in education, research, and practice, driving innovative solutions to development policy and governance challenges.

Our mission is to provide high-quality education that empowers leaders in development policy, public health, occupational health and safety, and monitoring & evaluation — through rigorous programmes, research, and community engagement.

Thank you.

Masters, diplomas & doctorates

Graduate programmes.

About the department

Who we are.

A specialised academic unit within the School of Public Service and Governance, the department functions as a trailblazer in Public Health, Monitoring & Evaluation, and Occupational Health and Safety.

Applicants typically need a bachelor’s degree with minimum second class lower; those with lower classifications complete GIMPA’s Postgraduate Certificate in Public Administration first. Foreign qualifications require GTEC evaluation.

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Programmes

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Expertise areas

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Fastest diploma

Research & practice

Areas of expertise.

Our people

Faculty.

Prof. Michael Dankwah
Dr. Gifty Oforiwaa Gyamera
Dr. Patrick Tandoh-Offin
Prof. Stephen T. Odonkor
Dr. Emmanuel Abokyi
GIMPA students
Admissions

Want to study at GIMPA?

With over 3,000 students enrolled in six schools for undergraduate and graduate studies, prospective student interest continues to rise.

Questions

Frequently asked.

Everything applicants ask us most — fees, forms, and phone lines.

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.

How much is the application fee?

Masters / Postgraduate Diploma — GH₵250 · Bachelors / Diploma — GH₵200 · Post First Degree Law (LL.B) — GH₵350 · International students — US$100.

What number can I call for enquiries?

+233 (0) 50 162 0138 · +233 (0) 33 209 5432 · +233 (0) 30 290 8076 · +233 30 240 1681-3.

What is the duration of your degree programmes?

Undergraduate programmes are usually 4 years. Masters programmes run 1 or 2 years, depending on the programme. Confirm unique timelines with the department secretariat.

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Life in the department.

Contact us

Get in touch.

School of Public Service and Governance Building
+233 (0) 50 162 0138
Office hours
Monday – Saturday
8:00 – 18:00 GMT