Professor Bawole (R) and Dr Ampong (L) are representing academia and industry, respectively
The University of Ghana Business School (UGBS), Maxwell Investments Group (MIG), and the Africa School of Entrepreneurship (ASoE) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at equipping students with hands-on leadership and entrepreneurial skills.
The official signing ceremony took place at the University of Ghana and convened key players from academia, the private sector, and development organisations.
The partnership underscores a shared commitment to bridging the gap between academic theory and real-world leadership demands.
Professor Justice Bawole, Dean of UGBS, described the initiative as both timely and essential. “Our students must be equipped not only with academic knowledge but with practical leadership capabilities that meet the demands of today’s fast-changing world,” he remarked.
Dr. Maxwell Ampong, CEO of Maxwell Investments Group, framed the collaboration as an investment in Ghana’s future. “This is more than a partnership—it’s a platform for transformation. We’re bringing actionable leadership lessons and entrepreneurial tools directly to students, empowering them to take control of their futures,” he said.
Also pledging support was the Women in Agricultural Development Directorate (WIAD), a technical directorate under the Ministry of Food and Agriculture, which emphasized the importance of integrating gender-sensitive approaches and empowering women through leadership development programs.
ASoE will lead the delivery of interactive mentorship sessions, innovation-driven workshops, and real-time business simulations, all designed to strengthen students’ critical thinking, decision-making, and leadership acumen.
The event saw participation from a wide array of organizations, including the UN Global Compact Network Ghana, Zenith Bank (Ghana) Ltd, Deloitte Ghana, AfCFTA Young Entrepreneurs Federation, Metropolitan Insurance Ghana Ltd, Pan African Savings & Loans, Wilmar Ghana Limited, Koranteng & Koranteng Legal Advisors, African Brand Warrior, Finfact Global, and Tradeline Consult.
As stakeholders reaffirm their commitment to this collaborative effort, the partnership marks a pivotal step in grooming a new generation of ethical, impact-driven leaders ready to shape Ghana and Africa’s future on both local and global stages.
