University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development
| Type | Public |
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| Established | 2020 |
| Vice-Chancellor | Prof. Frederick Kwaku Sarfo |
| Location | , 6°41′49″N 1°40′53″W / 6.6969°N 1.6813°W |
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The University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development (USTED), originally known as Akenten Appiah-Menka University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development (AAMUSTED), is a public university located in Kumasi, Ashanti Region, Ghana. The university was established in 2020 to champion the course of higher technical, vocational and entrepreneurial education in the country. [1][2][3]
History
On August 27, 2020, the technical college in Kumasi and another in Asante- Mampong were combined to form this new university. The name honours Mr. Akenten Appiah-Menka a Ghanaian, Lawyer, Politician and Businessman.[4][5][6] Prof. Frederick Kwaku Sarfo is the first and current Vice-Chancellor of the University.[7] Per Act 1162 (2025), the name of the University has, since December 24, 2025, changed from Akenten Appiah-Menka University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development (AAMUSTED) to University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development, Kumasi (USTED)[8].
Campuses
Kumasi Campus
The Kumasi campus, which is located in Tanoso, is the main campus of the university. This campus alone houses 5 faculties with 12 Departments of the University.[9]
Mampong Campus
The Asante-Mampong campus is located in Asante-Mampong, which is the capital of the Mampong Municipal Assembly. The campus houses 4 faculties and 11 departments.
Academic
Faculties - Kumasi
- Faculty of Applied Science and Mathematics Education
- Faculty of Business Education
- Faculty of Technical Education
- Faculty of Engineering and Technology
- Faculty of Education and Communication Science
- Faculty of Vocational Education
Faculties - Mampong
- Faculty of Agriculture Science Education
- Faculty of Science Education
- Faculty of Environmental and Health Education
- Faculty of Education and General studies.
References
- ↑ "More than 800 students denied admission to AAMUSTED due to inadequate staff and facilities - MyJoyOnline". www.myjoyonline.com. 2022-03-23. Retrieved 2024-05-29.
- ↑ "How Asantehene Influenced Establishment Of AAMUSTED – Manhyia Palace". Retrieved 2024-05-29.
- ↑ "About AAMUSTED". USTED. Retrieved 2024-05-29.
- ↑ "Asantehene reiterates need for more investments in TVET education - MyJoyOnline". www.myjoyonline.com. 2021-05-04. Retrieved 2024-05-29.
- ↑ Donald, Ato Dapatem (25 May 2018). "Ghanaians pay last respects to Appiah-Menka". Daily Graphic. Accra, Ghana.
- ↑ annan, e (2018-02-14). "NPP stalwart Appiah Menka dies". Pulse Ghana. Retrieved 2024-05-29.
- ↑ GTonline (2022-10-13). "AAMUSTED launches 'Technovate' to enhance students' skills". Ghanaian Times. Accra, Ghana. Retrieved 2024-05-29.
- ↑ DWM (2026-03-04). "Change of Name – We are now USTED". USTED. Retrieved 2026-08-17.
- ↑ Kweku, Zurek (3 September 2023). "AAMUSTED student dies following tragic fire ritual". Daily Graphic. Accra, Ghana.