ABOUT GOU
Global Open University exists to make serious higher education more reachable—across geography, work schedules, and life stages.
We combine structured terms, attentive academic oversight, and digital tools that make the learning journey visible. Students can enroll in up to three courses in a term, while courses are capped at 40 learners.
Academic and institutional records are protected by role-based controls. Official credentials are issued by authorised officers and can be checked on the public Verify service.
UNIVERSITY RECORD
Global Open University
CAC BN 7813786
Online learning for a global community
UNIVERSITY LEADERSHIP
Global Open University is being built through accountable governance, academic care, and practical systems that help learners and staff work with confidence.
Founder
Fortune Godson founded Global Open University to advance accessible, responsible online education. In the institution's readiness phase, he leads the development of digital systems, governance foundations, learner services, and academic structures. His focus is to build an institution where students and staff can learn, work, and collaborate with purpose, integrity, and access.
Chancellor
Fidelis Usiagwu serves as Chancellor of Global Open University, providing institutional leadership and oversight of the academic mission, governance, and standards. The Chancellor supports an accountable learning environment grounded in academic quality, responsible decision-making, and service to a global community.
Vice Chancellor
Kristin K. Hobbs supports Global Open University's institutional development, governance planning, academic and regulatory readiness, and careful development of its proposed nonprofit workstream. Her contribution supports fact-led planning, professional review, and clear boundaries between institutional planning, legal formation, authorisation, and accreditation.
GOVERNANCE
Global Open University records its institutional identity as CAC BN 7813786. The University must keep ownership, governance, and registration records current and make only approved disclosures public.
PUBLIC DISCLOSURE
Programme availability, recognition, accreditation status, and regulatory approval must be reviewed and published only after written confirmation from the applicable authorities. The University must not imply accreditation or recognition that has not been formally granted.