ISSER is one of Ghana’s leading research institutions, dedicated to generating high-quality evidence and policy-relevant knowledge to support national development.
ISSER was established in 1962 as the Institute of Statistics to provide a programme of teaching and research in statistics. In 1969, it was reorganized and renamed the Institute of Statistical, Social and Economic Research with an expanded mandate to conduct research in the social sciences in order to generate solutions for national development.
ISSER currently serves as the research wing under the College of Humanities, University of Ghana and engages in a number of policy relevant research whose findings are intended to help policy makers on the best policy decisions to make for national development.
To create an enabling environment that makes the University of Ghana increasingly relevant to national and global development through cutting-edge research and quality teaching and learning.
To be recognized globally for promoting knowledge for development through authoritative policy research, training and advocacy.
- TEAMWORK
We will leverage each individual’s unique expertise to achieve the best results and respect the contributions of all. - CREDIBILITY
We will be thorough and sincere in all our work to ensure the accuracy and integrity of our outputs. - RESOURCEFULNESS
We will push ourselves to develop solutions in our work and continuously seek new opportunities. - RESPONSIVENESS
We will respond proactively to the changing dynamics and needs of our environment. - COMMITMENT
We will act in the best interests of the Institute, holding ourselves accountable for our roles.
- Transformative Student Experience
- Impactful Research
- Engagement and Partnership
- Commitment to our faculty and Staff
- Resource Mobilization and Stewardship