JKUAT, HEUFT Explore Industry-Driven Programme Development
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) and HEUFT France have commenced discussions on potential collaboration in programme development and other areas of interest, focusing on opportunities to strengthen academic and industry-oriented training. The HEUFT delegation, led by Oliver Klotz, paid a courtesy visit on the JKUAT Vice Chancellor, Prof. Victoria Ngumi, represented by…
(Right) Deputy Vice Chancellor, Administration and Finance, Prof. Bernard Ikua, interacts with HEUFT CEO, Oliver Klotz after the courtesy call.
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) and HEUFT France have commenced discussions on potential collaboration in programme development and other areas of interest, focusing on opportunities to strengthen academic and industry-oriented training.
The HEUFT delegation, led by Oliver Klotz, paid a courtesy visit on the JKUAT Vice Chancellor, Prof. Victoria Ngumi, represented by Deputy Vice Chancellor, Administration and Finance, Prof. Bernard Ikua, where discussions on potential areas of collaboration were held.
The engagement sought to explore opportunities for the two institutions to develop programmes that respond to emerging industry needs while equipping learners with relevant knowledge and skills.
Welcoming the delegation, Prof. Ikua said JKUAT is keen to explore strategic partnerships that strengthen academic programmes and enhance their relevance to industry needs.
JKUAT and HEUFT Officials in the online meeting.
“Industry is an important partner, and we look forward to strengthening our partnerships to create more opportunities for our staff and students to enhance their expertise in various fields,” said Prof. Ikua.
He further underscored the importance of aligning academic programmes with industry requirements to ensure that graduates acquire relevant skills and competencies that respond to the evolving needs of the workplace.
HEUFT CEO, Oliver Klotz, said the company, an international technology firm specialising in inspection and quality assurance systems for the beverage, food and pharmaceutical industries, is keen to work with JKUAT to develop programmes that respond to the sector’s skills and workforce needs.
Deputy Vice Chancellor, Administration and Finance, Prof. Bernard Ikua share a light moment with HEUFT CEO, Oliver Klotz during the engagement.
“As an institution, we believe in imparting skills and knowledge to students at an early stage to ensure we develop expertise and know-how from the outset. This collaboration therefore seeks to support the development of relevant programmes that expose students to industry practices, strengthen their practical skills and prepare them to respond to the changing needs of the manufacturing sector,” said Klotz.
Klotz noted that the initiative will be undertaken jointly by JKUAT and HEUFT, drawing on the respective expertise of academia and industry to develop programmes relevant to the sector.
Principal, College of Engineering and Technology (COETEC), Prof. Hiram Ndiritu, said the partnership presents an opportunity to strengthen the connection between academic training and industry needs.
The collaboration will be implemented through COETEC, with the two institutions working together to identify and develop programmes aligned with emerging industry requirements.
JKUAT, HEUFT Explore Industry-Driven Programme Development.