The Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) has issued a strong caution to the public, urging prospective students, employers, and stakeholders to avoid enrolling in or accepting certificates from 80 tertiary institutions that are currently not recognised by the Commission due to quality assurance concerns.
In an official statement released on Thursday, June 25, 2026, GTEC emphasized the importance of due diligence when considering academic programmes or qualifications from these institutions. “The Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) wishes to inform the public that the institutions listed below are currently not recognised by the Commission due to various quality assurance concerns. Accordingly, the public is advised to exercise due diligence about any certificates issued by these institutions,” the statement read.
The unrecognised institutions span several countries, including Ghana, the United States, India, Switzerland, and more. Among the list are names such as Universidad Azteca (Mexico), Indian School of Management and Studies (India), Breyer State Theology University (USA), Debest College of Science, Arts and Business (Ghana), and Atlantic International University (USA), among others.
GTEC’s warning highlights the growing issue of unaccredited institutions offering tertiary education and issuing certificates that may not be valid for employment or further studies. The Commission reiterated its commitment to upholding educational standards and protecting the interests of students and employers in Ghana.
Prospective students are encouraged to consult the official GTEC website or contact the Commission directly to verify the accreditation status of any tertiary institution before enrolling. Employers are also advised to scrutinize academic certificates to ensure they are issued by recognised and accredited institutions.
The full list of unrecognised institutions is available through GTEC and includes 80 entities across several countries, underscoring the need for vigilance in the higher education sector.
| No. | Institution | Country |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Haana | 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 | France |
| 35 | Texila 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 | 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 | Delta International University | USA |
| 48 | National Institute of Business Management (NIBM) | India |
| 49 | Southern California International University | USA |
| 50 | Quetzalcoatl University of Veracruz | Mexico |
| 51 | Swiss International Management Academy | Switzerland |
| 52 | IBM Institute of Management | India |
| 53 | Dunster Business School | Switzerland |
| 54 | World Academy for Research and Development (WARD) | UK |
| 55 | American Management University | USA |
| 56 | All Nations Church International University | Texas, USA |
| 57 | Freedom University and Theological Seminary | USA |
| 58 | Global Theological University | USA |
| 59 | Jorasome International University | Zambia |
| 60 | Kingdom Living Bible Institute | Kumasi, Ghana |
| 61 | Global Professional College | Effiduase, Ghana |
| 62 | London School of Management and Technology (LSMT) | UK |
| 63 | European Institute of Management and Technology | Switzerland |
| 64 | Volta University College | Ghana & Nigeria |
| 65 | United Nigeria University College | Nigeria |
| 66 | Open International University | Nigeria |
| 67 | Marquis Open University | Italy |
| 68 | Alliance International University | Zambia |
| 69 | All Saints American University | Liberia |
| 70 | Colombia International University | USA |
| 71 | American Management University | USA |
| 72 | University of the Nations | Hawaii, USA |
| 73 | Brookside University | Barbados |
| 74 | Pacific International University | USA |
| 75 | American University of Sovereign Nations | USA |
| 76 | Brussels Capital University | Türkiye |
| 77 | Richmond Open University | Nigeria |
| 78 | Freie und Private Universität Herisa | Switzerland |
| 79 | OAA Consulting Limited | Kumasi, Ghana |
| 80 | Competency School of Business Administration (COSBA) | Kumasi, Ghana |
Source: Apexnewsgh.com