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Vision

To become a strategic Centre of Excellence in educational research and training of educational planners, administrators, managers and leaders in Africa.

Mission

As a lead Institute for educational planning, administration, management and leadership in the West African sub-region, the IEPA exists to generate and disseminate reliable educational information for capacity building and to inform educational policy formulation, planning and implementation.

Core Values

We strive to provide equal opportunities in access to quality education and services to all persons regardless of colour, creed, ethnicity, gender, social status and physical ability.

 

 

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Programmes

Explore the wide range of programmes offered by the Institute for Educational Planning and Administration (IEPA).

Doctor of Philosophy

Doctor of Philosophy

Ghana needs skilled educational planners, and the IEPA's PhD program combines theory and practice to address this gap.

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Master of Philosophy

Master of Philosophy

The IEPA MPhil program provides a comprehensive curriculum that integrates theoretical knowledge with practical experience.

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Master of Education

Master of Education

Ghana needs more postgraduate training for teachers. The M.Ed. program will focus on practical learning and ethical leadership.

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Postgraduate Certificate

Postgraduate Certificate

The Postgraduate Certificate is the initial step in the PELQ program for junior managers or new leaders.

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IEPA & CEGRAD Launch Free Digital Skills Initiative for 1,000 Women in Education

The Institute for Educational Planning and Administration (IEPA) and the Centre for Gender Research, Advocacy, and Documentation (CEGRAD) work with UNESCO and have condemned discrimination against women in hiring and promotions in education. They stressed the need for changes to ensure that women have equal opportunities in leadership roles. Addressing these gender issues is essential for creating inclusive educational environments and improving outcomes for everyone.

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Pan-African Educational Synergy: NIEPA-Nigeria and Ghana’s IEPA Delegations Pay a Historic Courtesy Visit to the Osemawe of the Ondo Kingdom

ONDO CITY — In a display of cross-border collaboration and deep respect for traditional institutions, the Management of the National Institute for Educational Planning and Administration (NIEPA-Nigeria), alongside a high-level delegation from the Institute for Educational Planning and Administration (IEPA), Ghana, paid a historic courtesy visit to the palace of the Osemawe and Paramount Ruler of Ondo Kingdom, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Dr. Victor Adesimbo Kiladejo, CFR, Jilo III.

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Students
IEPA MPhil Students Engage with GTEC on Quality Assurance in Higher Education

As part of our commitment to bridging theory and practice, students enrolled in the MPhil in Administration in Higher Education programme at the Institute for Educational Planning and Administration (IEPA), University of Cape Coast, embarked on an enriching academic engagement with the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) in Accra.

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Education
G.E.S. Officers Undergo Training on Reliable Education Data Collection In Saltpond, Central Region

The Institute for Educational Planning and Administration (IEPA), a UNESCO Category II Centre of Excellence for West Africa based at the University of Cape Coast (UCC), has organised a one-day capacity-building workshop on accurate and timely education data collection at the district level.

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Education
Building Stronger Schools Through Stronger Leadership – IEPA organizes a Leadership Workshop for Basic School Heads within the Cape Coast Metropolis

The Institute for Educational Planning and Administration (IEPA), in collaboration with the Ghana Education Office, successfully organised a two-day workshop that aimed at enhancing the leadership capacities of basic school heads within the Cape Coast Metropolis as part of its 50th and 5th  anniversary celebration. The workshop, which took place at the University of Cape Coast, brought together a diverse group of over 170 school heads.

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Harnessing Human Capital to attain Educational Goals
Harnessing Human Capital to attain Educational Goals

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Core Values

We strive to provide equal opportunities in access to quality education and services to all persons regardless of colour, creed, ethnicity, gender, social status and physical ability.

Excellence

We seek to pursue excellence through the creation of standards in teaching, intellectual inquiry, engagement and professional practice.

Empowerment

We offer opportunities to students, graduates and employees that empower them to be agents of change.

Equal Opportunities

We strive to provide equal opportunities in access to quality education and services to all persons regardless of colour, creed, ethnicity, gender, social status and physical ability.

Accountability

We serve as stewards in the delivery of our core mandate, holding ourselves answerable to our fiduciary responsibility

Our Team

Administrative

Mrs. Ama Serwah Nerquaye-Tetteh
Deputy Director-General Administration and General Services
Mrs. Alberta Williams
Chief Administrative Assistant
Mr. Nyankum Cobbinah
Senior Technician - ICT
Ms. Evelyn Kokui Seddoh
Senior Admin. Assistant
Mr. Anthony Kofi Insaidoo
Senior Admin. Assistant
Mrs. Sandra .E. Parker
Senior Administrative Assistant
Mr. Oscar Oduro-Gyan
Administrative Assistant
Mr. Francis Conduah
Chief Driver
All Administrative Staff

IEPA in Numbers

20
Academic Staff
15
Administrative Staff
5000 +
Postgraduate Students
13
Postgraduate Programmes
Testimonials

....what IEPA is

As a Masters degree student in Educational Administration at the IEPA at UCC on the Sandwich programme, the courses l undertook broadened my horizon as an Administrator and deepen my educational knowledge. It has also given me the opportunity to be invited as a resource person at various in-service trainings, where I share my practical knowledge underpinned by educational theories gained at IEPA. Additionally, because of the blended delivery mode of the sandwich programme, my knowledge in ICT with regards to the use of computers and techniques for research purposes have improved.
Appiah Robert ,
My education at IEPA has really helped me on the field of work in these areas: Leadership qualities; ability to speak in public; teamwork; writing abilities; policy analysis and critical thinking and managerial skills. I’m grateful to my lecturers for inspiring me to do my best!
Victor Opoku Kwame,
Reflecting on some of the numerous benefits of the programme to my career as a lecturer at IEPA and an Educationist in general, I have been equipped with leadership skills, communication skills, team work and identification of individual differences. Generally, the IEPA programme served as a spring board for me to pursue a PhD in Educational leadership and management at the University of Leicester, in the United Kingdom.” MPhil - Administration in Higher Education (2010).
Dr. Mrs Gloria Nyame, IEPA-UCC Lecturer, Educational Leadership & Management
“My MPhil Programme at IEPA was a world of exploration and discovery. The programme equipped me with the skills essential for planning to become efficient at administration and operations. It was an essential ingredient towards my appointment as the Head of Ghana Cocoa Marketing Company CMC United Kingdom UK Ltd in July 2016 a position I served diligently until September 2021. A big thank you to all my lecturers and supervisors who ensured that I gave off my best. All your ‘grilling’ has contributed to make me who I am today, thank you.”  MPhil - Educational Planning (2006)
Dr. Barnett Quaicoo, Head, Special Services; Cocoa Marketing Company, Ghana

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