The study investigated the development status of graduates of Higher National Diploma (HND) Commercial Art Programme (Graphic Design option) of the Takoradi Technical University (TTU) in Ghana. It examined 1,013 academic transcripts of the past students to ascertain the career pathways of the graduates. The results revealed that most HND graduates enrol in various professional fields to further their studies. The study therefore concludes that most students see the HND Commercial Art Programme (Graphic Design option) as a stepping stone to other professions. Hence the study recommends a replacement of the old curriculum with a Competency-Based Training module which would ensure that practical approach to teaching and learning processes are adopted to make trainees work ready for the world of work.
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