The announcement was made on Sunday in a statement by the university’s Registrar, Dr. Muhammad Sanusi, who described the approval as a “milestone” in the university’s pursuit of advanced professional education. According to him, the newly accredited programmes include:
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- Master of Public Administration (MPA)
- Master of Public Health (MPH)
- Master of Information Technology (MIT)
- Postgraduate Diploma in Public Health
- Postgraduate Diploma in Information Technology
Dr. Sanusi emphasized that these additions reflect the university’s commitment to responding to Nigeria’s growing need for skilled professionals in health, technology, and administrative sectors. He also noted the significance of these programmes for mature learners and professionals seeking flexible academic pathways.
In addition to these offerings, the university has also secured approval for two more specialized postgraduate degrees:
- Master of International Relations and Diplomacy
- Master of Crime Management and Security Studies
“These programmes,” Sanusi stated, “are designed to meet the growing demand for expertise in governance, security, and global affairs — areas that are increasingly critical to Nigeria’s development and stability.”
The approval wasn't limited to postgraduate studies. At the undergraduate level, the NUC also endorsed two new degree programmes:
- Bachelor of Education in Educational Management (B.Ed.)
- Bachelor of Environmental Health Science (B.EHS)
With these additions, Iconic Open University continues to expand its reach across disciplines, reinforcing its standing as a multidisciplinary institution offering degrees in health sciences, technology, management, and the humanities.
Dr. Sanusi noted that the university’s steady growth in academic capacity is aligned with its mission to provide accessible, flexible, and high-quality education to learners across Nigeria and beyond. “This is a significant boost to the open and distance learning sector and a testament to the university’s adherence to academic standards set by the NUC,” he said.
The statement urged prospective students and professionals seeking to advance their careers through postgraduate studies to visit the university’s website for further details on admissions and programme requirements.
As the landscape of Nigerian education continues to evolve, the expansion of accredited postgraduate offerings by institutions like Iconic Open University represents a promising stride toward broader access to higher learning and specialized training.