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Short course · 2 Months

AI for Work, Business & Career Growth.

This AI Course is designed to equip students, professionals, and entrepreneurs with the essential skills required to effectively use AI tools in real-world scenarios.

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Duration
2 Months
Tuition (Ghanaian)
GHC 3,000
Intakes
Every 2 months
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Practical80% of learning is labs, projects and real scenarios.

Overview

About the course.

This programme focuses on the practical application of AI, enabling learners to improve productivity, enhance creativity, and develop income-generating skills without requiring any technical or programming background.

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Level
Professional certificate course focused on one practical skill set.
Campus
Nima-Kanda and Spintex, Accra.
Mode
Weekday batch (two days a week, morning 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM or evening 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM) or weekend batch (Saturday 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM); four credit hours a week. One batch, not both.
Intakes
A new intake every two months: January, March, May, July, September and November.

What you’ll study

The syllabus.

Detailed syllabus PDF to follow. Ask admissions for the current module outline.

Modules

  • Module 1: Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
  • Module 2: Prompt Engineering
  • Module 3: AI for Productivity and Office Work
  • Module 4: AI for Content Creation
  • Module 5: AI for Business and Marketing
  • Module 6: AI Creative Tools
  • Module 7: AI for Career Development and Income Generation
  • Module 8: AI Workflows and Basic Automation
  • Module 9: Final Project (Capstone)

Projects and topics

  • Learning Outcome: Understand AI fundamentals and begin using basic AI tools.
  • Overview of Artificial Intelligence and Generative AI
  • Real-world applications in daily life and business
  • Capabilities and limitations of AI systems
  • Introduction to tools: ChatGPT, Google Gemini
  • Hands-on practice with basic AI tasks
  • Assignment
  • Generate a personal bio using AI
  • Summarise a news article
  • Create a daily schedule using AI

Outline shortened here. Ask admissions for the full module list.

Entry requirements

Who can apply.

All entry requirements

Requirements

  • WASSCE or Basic Understanding of using Laptop
  • Laptop (minimum: i5 processor, 8 GB RAM)

Documents to bring

  • A valid photo ID (Ghana Card, passport or student ID)
  • Your results slip or certificate
  • One passport photograph

Fees

Tuition, January 2026.

In Ghana Cedis. A minimum of 50% of tuition confirms your place; the balance can be paid in instalments. All fees & scholarships

FeeGhanaianNon-Ghanaian
Tuition (whole programme)GHC 3,000GHC 4,000
Application (form) fee, one-timeGHC 200GHC 600
Fees are reviewed periodically. Confirm the current amount with admissions before paying. Scholarships of 10% to 50% of tuition are available after admission.

Careers

Where it applies.

See where your skills can take you. These are typical gross monthly salaries in Ghana cedis, from our 2025–2026 research into the Ghanaian job market, raised by about 10% for the 2026 official pay rise. Real pay moves with experience, employer and the market.

RoleStarting (0–2 years)Experienced (5+ years)
Operations Officerfrom GHC 2,250
Business AnalystGHC 3,250 – 5,000GHC 6,000 – 10,000
Marketing OfficerGHC 1,750 – 3,250GHC 3,750 – 6,000
Administratorfrom GHC 2,250
Project CoordinatorGHC 2,750 – 4,500GHC 5,500 – 8,750
Per month, before tax and SSNIT. Banks, telcos, fintechs and international firms often pay above these ranges. “From” marks roles with fewer published salaries, so only typical starting pay is shown.

How to apply

Five steps to a confirmed place.

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Apply online or at either campus. Documents are reviewed once your application fee is received.

  1. 01

    Register

    Create an account and apply online.

  2. 02

    Pay application fee

    Pay the one-time application fee.

  3. 03

    Submit documents

    Once your fee is received, submit your documents.

  4. 04

    Choose Payment Plan

    Accept the recommended plan or choose your own.

  5. 05

    Pay school fees

    Once your documents and payment plan are approved.

Admission deadlines

Degree programmes (BSc)

Session 1
Opens first week of November · closes last week of March
Session 2
Opens first week of April · closes last week of August

Intakes

Diplomas & short courses

A new intake starts every two months.

Intake months: January, March, May, July, September, November.

Common questions

About this programme.

How can I apply for the AI Course at SIIMT?

Apply online through the SIIMT application portal or at the Nima-Kanda or Spintex campus, pay the one-time application fee, submit your documents, agree a payment plan, and pay your fees. SIIMT then issues your admission confirmation and Student Portal login.

Do I need prior technical or programming knowledge?

No prior technical or programming knowledge is required. This course is designed for beginners and starts from basic concepts of AI tools and gradually progresses to practical applications.

What skills will I gain from this course?

You will gain skills in: Using AI tools like ChatGPT and Google Gemini, Prompt engineering techniques, Content creation using AI, Business and marketing applications, Productivity and automation using AI.

What are the benefits after completing this course?

After completing the course, you will be able to: Work efficiently using AI tools, Create professional content and reports, Automate daily tasks, Build personal branding using AI, Explore freelancing and income opportunities.

Is this course suitable for students and working professionals?

Yes, the course is designed for students, job seekers, and working professionals who want to enhance their productivity and skills using AI.

Is there a certificate after completion?

Yes, a certificate will be awarded upon successful completion of the course and required assignments.

How we teach

Taught the way the work is done.

Most of your time is spent doing: labs, projects and real scenarios, guided by practitioners who have done the work themselves.

Industry practitioners
Learn from lecturers with real-world experience.
Updated syllabus
A modern, industry-aligned curriculum for a changing world.
Career support
Guidance, mentorship and pathways to the job market.
More about SIIMT
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80%of learning is practical: labs, projects and real scenarios.

Accreditation and recognition

SIIMT is accredited by the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) to offer undergraduate programmes in affiliation with the University of Cape Coast (UCC), registered with CTVET for technical and vocational education, and accredited at Tier 2 by Ghana’s Cyber Security Authority (CSA), with progression toward Tier 1 accreditation underway.

  • Ghana Tertiary Education Commission logoGTECAccredited
  • University of Cape Coast logoUCCAffiliated
  • Commission for Technical and Vocational Education and Training logoCTVETRegistered
  • Cyber Security Authority logoCSATier 2

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Ready to take the next step?

Apply online, or speak to our admissions team at the Nima-Kanda or Spintex campus.

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Nima-Kanda 057 080 1631
Spintex 057 644 4457

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