{"id":14243,"date":"2025-05-09T17:40:34","date_gmt":"2025-05-09T17:40:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wellspringuniversity.edu.ng\/?page_id=14243"},"modified":"2025-09-27T15:37:30","modified_gmt":"2025-09-27T15:37:30","slug":"school-of-part-time-studies","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/wellspringuniversity.edu.ng\/index.php\/school-of-part-time-studies\/","title":{"rendered":"School of Part Time Studies"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"14243\" class=\"elementor elementor-14243\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-33f3122 e-grid e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"33f3122\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cff7f87 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"cff7f87\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/wellspringuniversity.edu.ng\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/65761.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-14071\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wellspringuniversity.edu.ng\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/65761.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/wellspringuniversity.edu.ng\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/65761-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wellspringuniversity.edu.ng\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/65761-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-eb61c1d elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"eb61c1d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-sourcepos=\"1:1-1:338\">Wellspring University School of Part-Time Studies offers individuals the opportunity to pursue higher education alongside work or other commitments. These programs typically mirror the full-time curriculum, leading to the same degrees but with classes scheduled in weekends (Fridays and Saturdays).<\/p><p data-sourcepos=\"3:1-3:20\"><span style=\"color: #003366;\"><strong>Key aspects include:<\/strong><\/span><\/p><ul data-sourcepos=\"5:1-11:0\"><li data-sourcepos=\"5:1-5:135\"><strong><span style=\"color: #800000;\">Flexibility<\/span>:<\/strong> Designed for working professionals, entrepreneurs, and others who cannot commit to a traditional full-time schedule.<\/li><li data-sourcepos=\"6:1-6:94\"><strong><span style=\"color: #800000;\">Accessibility<\/span>:<\/strong> Widens access to university education for a diverse range of individuals.<\/li><li data-sourcepos=\"7:1-7:127\"><strong><span style=\"color: #800000;\">Similar Academic Rigor<\/span>:<\/strong> The curriculum and assessment standards are generally comparable to their full-time counterparts.<\/li><li data-sourcepos=\"7:1-7:127\"><strong><span style=\"color: #800000;\">Tuition Fees<\/span>:<\/strong> Our tuition fees are structured differently from full-time programs, sometimes on a per-course or per-semester basis.We have very flexible payment schemes.<\/li><li data-sourcepos=\"9:1-9:114\"><strong><span style=\"color: #800000;\">Networking Opportunities<\/span>:<\/strong> We provide a platform for students from diverse professional backgrounds to connect.<\/li><li data-sourcepos=\"10:1-11:0\"><strong><span style=\"color: #800000;\">Career Advancement<\/span>:<\/strong> Enables students to gain qualifications that can lead to career growth and new opportunities.<\/li><\/ul><p data-sourcepos=\"12:1-12:257\">In essence, Wellspring University Part-Time School serves as a crucial avenue for lifelong learning and professional development, empowering individuals to achieve their academic aspirations without disrupting their existing responsibilities.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div 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A Chartered Accountant with extensive experience in both the government and banking sectors, Dr. Eke transitioned to academia where he has made significant contributions to the field of accounting and finance. Dr. Eke holds a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree in Accounting, graduating with Second Class Honours (Upper Division) from the University of Lagos, Lagos State. He further advanced his education with a Master of Science (M.Sc.) and a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Finance from the University of Benin, Edo State. Before joining Wellspring University, Dr. Eke accrued valuable experience in government parastatals and the banking industry. This diverse background has enriched his teaching and research, providing students with practical insights into both corporate and public sector financial management. An active researcher, Dr. Eke has contributed to numerous studies, the findings of which have been published in esteemed local and international journals. His research interests include corporate finance, public sector financial management, and the financial management techniques of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Nigeria. Dr. Eke&#8217;s work aims to enhance the financial management practices of SMEs, thereby contributing to their sustainability and growth. Dr. Eke has actively participated in both local and international conferences, where he has presented papers and shared his research findings with the global academic community. His participation in these events underscores his commitment to continuous learning and knowledge dissemination. He is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN), reflecting his high standing and professional excellence in the field of accounting. As the Acting Head of the Department of Accounting at Wellspring University, Dr. Eke is dedicated to fostering an environment of academic excellence and professional integrity. His leadership is pivotal in guiding the department towards achieving its educational and research objectives. Dr. Robert Eke\u2019s blend of practical experience, academic prowess, and research acumen makes him an invaluable asset to Wellspring University, where he continues to mentor and inspire future accountants and financial managers.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0dc93d8 e-grid e-con-boxed e-con e-parent e-lazyloaded\" data-id=\"0dc93d8\" data-element_type=\"container\"><div class=\"e-con-inner\"><div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a264082 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a264082\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\"><div class=\"elementor-widget-container\"><h6 style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #003366;\">Contact<\/span>:<\/strong><\/h6><h6 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"color: #800000;\"><strong>Phone<\/strong><\/span>: +234 803 471 2733<br \/><span style=\"color: #800000;\"><strong>Email<\/strong><\/span>:\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:robert.eke@wellspringuniversity.edu.ng\">robert.eke@wellspringuniversity.edu.ng<\/a><\/h6><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Wellspring University School of Part-Time Studies offers individuals the opportunity to pursue higher education alongside work or other commitments. 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