UGBS and Maxwell Investment Group Limited Sign MoU to Support Students and Youth Development
The University of Ghana Business School (UGBS) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Maxwell Investment Group and its key partner organisations on 3rd June 2025. The signing ceremony took place at the UGBS Conference Room and was led by the Dean of UGBS, Prof. Justice Bawole. It brought together stakeholders from academia, international development agencies, the private sector, and civil society organisations to help students gain more practical knowledge, job opportunities, and skills for the future.
In Prof. Bawole’s opening remarks, he emphasised the significance of the partnership. “As a public university, we carry a huge responsibility to train thousands of students each year. While we may not have all the resources we need, partnerships like this are important. We are proud to collaborate with organizations that share our mission to shape the next generation of Africa’s business leaders.” Dr. Maxwell Ampong, CEO of Maxwell Investment Group, shared that this journey began with a conversation about student involvement and responsibility. He remembered an event where students from UGBS were invited, and he saw how much Prof. Bawole was committed to students' development. This became the driving force behind this partnership.
Dr. Ampong noted that it became clear to him that if they were to build a lasting platform for excellence, it must be at the University of Ghana Business School. He emphasised that the university’s dedication to its students affirmed why this collaboration is not only timely but essential to build a platform of opportunity that, together with their partners, will positively impact the lives of countless students. He also mentioned that UGBS is part of national development. “And it is with deep respect and great optimism that we move forward to build, to empower, and to leave a legacy of excellence driven by responsibility”, he said.
Dr. Ampong emphasised that partnerships must do more than just exist, as real impact comes from meaningful partnerships. The partnership was supported by representatives from the UN Global Compact, TradeLine Consult, Ecobank, Deloitte, the Ministry of Food and Agriculture, Koranteng and Koranteng Legal Services, and other organisations. TradeLine Consult shared its commitment to connecting students with the SME development programme through the Just for You Project to match graduates with growing businesses to foster economic empowerment. Zenith Bank, in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, announced a project to impact over 400,000 youth, 70% of whom are women, within the agribusiness value chain. Koranteng and Koranteng Legal Services pledged discounted legal advisory services to support youth-led innovations.
Deloitte also joined the partnership, offering mentorship, guidance, and advisory services to help students in areas of business development, tax, and finance. Prof. Bawole believes inclusive innovation thrives when academia, government, and industry work together. He concluded that UGBS remains committed to fostering strategic partnerships that enhance quality education, drive sustainable development, and empower Africa’s next generation of business leaders.
Prof. Godfred Amewu, Department of Finance, on behalf of the Dean, expressed gratitude and optimism for the partnership. He noted that the collaboration they have established will shape the future of higher education, innovation, and entrepreneurship in Africa.
