GTEC names 50 Unaccredited Foreign Universities operating in Ghana

The Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) has issued a strong warning to the public and heads of tertiary institutions against engaging with 50 foreign universities that are not recognised or accredited to operate in Ghana.

In a statement signed by the Director-General, Prof. Ahmed Jinapor Abdulai, GTEC explained that these institutions have failed to meet the required accreditation and quality assurance standards, and therefore cannot award qualifications that are valid in Ghana.

“We hope you treat this caution with the seriousness that it deserves in your dealings with them,” the statement read.

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The move forms part of GTEC’s ongoing efforts to clamp down on fake degrees and unaccredited academic institutions, following recent directives warning individuals—especially those in political and academic circles—to stop using the title “Dr.” unless their qualifications are from accredited and recognised universities.

GTEC further urged the public to verify the accreditation status of any institution before enrolling in programmes or using certificates obtained from them for employment or further studies.

Below is the full list of 50 unrecognised foreign tertiary institutions released by GTEC:

1. Universidad Azteca (Mexico)

2. Indian School of Management and Studies (India)

3. Breyer State Theology University (USA)

4. Debest College of Science, Arts and Business (Ghana)

5. Osiri University (USA)

6. Atlantic International University (USA)

7. Faith University Seminary (FUS) (Ghana)

8. Christian University College (Monrovia, Liberia)

9. Rhema Bible Training College (RBTC) (USA)

10. Universidad Empresarial de Costa Rica (Costa Rica)

11. Selinus University of Sciences and Literature (Italy)

12. Crown University International Chartered (USA)

13. Monarch Business School (Switzerland)

14. City University (Cambodia)

15. Kesmond International University (USA)

16. Washington University of Barbados (Barbados)

17. London Academy of Technology and Management (UK)

18. IICSE University (USA)

19. Doxa Open University (Ghana)

20. Brainae University (USA)

21. University of Hanna (Germany)

22. Christian Leadership University (USA)

23. International Institute of Church Management Inc (USA)

24. Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Training School (Ghana)

25. Louisiana Baptist University & Seminary (USA)

26. Tech Global University (Andorra)

27. International Christian University (Nigeria)

28. LIGS University, Hawaii (USA)

29. Swiss Management Centre University (Switzerland)

30. Quest International University (Ghana)

31. Isles International University (Ireland)

32. Kingsnow University (USA)

33. New Life Bible College and Seminary (USA)

34. East Bridge University Paris (France)

35. Taxila American University (Guyana)

36. Vision International University (USA)

37. Keisie International University (USA)

38. Dublin Metropolitan University (UK/Cyprus)

39. Logos University (USA)

40. University of America (USA)

41. Kazian School of Management (India)

42. University of Northwest, Brooklyn (USA)

43. Akamai University, Hawaii (USA)

44. Trinity Graduate School of Apologetics and Theology (TGSAT) (India)

45. American Bible University (USA)

46. California Creek University (USA)

47. Universidad Catolica De Murcia (Spain)

48. Delta International University (USA)

49. National Institute of Business Management (NIBM) (India)

50. Southern California International University (USA)

GTEC emphasised that certificates from these institutions hold no legal or academic validity in Ghana and should not be used for employment, promotions, or further education within the country.

Story By: Afia Ohenewaa Akyerem