The Nobel International Business School (NiBS) has introduced Africa’s first master’s program in fintech, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at addressing the skills gap in Ghana’s digital economy.
The one-year program, which costs GHC 45,000, is a collaborative effort with the Ghana Fintech and Payments Association and marks a major step in aligning academic training with industry demands.
This was disclosed by the President of the Ghana Fintech and Payments Association, Martin Kwame Awagah at the press launch of the Future of Work 2.0 ahead of the main event on March 21st and March 22nd, 2025.
Martin stressed the importance of integrating technology into Ghana’s university curriculum.
He further revealed, “Ghana is one of the leading forces in digital financial services in Africa,” adding, “Among the 54 countries on the continent, we currently rank 5th. That is why supporting this event is so important to us.”
Martin, who is also a board member of the Africa Fintech Network called for the establishment of a technology committee within the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission to ensure that university courses remain relevant to industry needs.
The push for technology-driven education reform was echoed by Ama Sackey, Head of Marketing at ALX Ghana, who highlighted the urgency of equipping Africa’s youth with future-ready skills.
“A study identified data analytics, cloud computing, and software engineering as key career fields for the next decade. Meanwhile, Africa is set to have the largest youth population by 2050. Without proper training, this could lead to a crisis, but with the right skills, Africa’s youth could become a global economic asset,” she stated.
Ama emphasized the role of training in AI, data science, and cloud computing to equip young Africans for global opportunities. She also pointed to ALX’s success in enabling young professionals to secure international jobs while remaining in Ghana.
The Future of Work 2.0 event will further discussions on these challenges, providing a platform for industry leaders, academics, and young professionals to collaborate on shaping the future of education and employment in Ghana.
