In the highly demanding, ever-changing and uncertain world, a young adult needs certain kinds of survival skills outside of the traditional protected academic and home environments. That is why Victoria University in a bid to open up the university to the general public has added the accredited programs in the logistics and transport sector which was launched on May 23, 2019 at Kabira Country Club.
Victory University did that in partnership with the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) in the UK, a membership organization for professionals involved in the movement of goods and people and their associated supply chains. It was first established in 1919 and registered as a charity organization and part of the CILT international family with over 33,000 members in countries across the world.
Members of the Institute are involved in the management and design of infrastructure, systems, processes and information flows and in the creation, management and development of effective organisations. The work of our members impacts directly on people, society and the environment, on business profitability and economic growth.
Assoc. Prof Krishna N. Sharma is a well know youngest Vice Chancellor of Victoria University Kampala –Uganda said his happy to run the professional programs under Logistics and transport at Victoria University and applauds the Dean of Business and Management for initiating this idea and bringing on board as partner like the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport to run these accredited programs.
The accredited programs are designed by CILT to thoroughly equip participants with ‘street-smart’ tools and skills preparing them to effectively transition from a student mindset to a creative, problem solving and value adding young adult, ready to step into the Logistics and Transport world with enthusiasm, hope and a clear purpose.
Mr. Geoffrey Etyang the Chairman of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport –Uganda chapter said, “Victoria University is the 2nd university besides UMI to run these accredited programs and the first to run the Advanced Diploma in Logistics and Transport.”
Ms. Faridah Ashaba, Founder and the Chief Executive Officer of Bambino Life Foundation and a woman Pilot was part of the guest speakers. She said, “she believes in breaking stereotypes in people that think that women cannot do men’s work.” She further added that as a woman in a male dominated industry she intends to use her position as a woman pilot to inspire ladies to take opportunities in this industry so as to expand their horizons.
In a video from the International Ambassador of CILT Uganda, Chief Teete Owusu, he said that if any women do enroll at Victoria University for this particular course, they shall get a discount off tuition. This is done to empower women and remove the stereotype norm of the logistics and transport sector aimed for men.”
The Event’s Guest of Honour and Main Speaker; Aggrey Henry Bagiire the Minister of State for Transport said, “his proud to be a partner of Victoria University to educate and attract individuals to the logistics and transport sector. Lifelong learning will be a clear necessity in imparting knowledge and building skills today in the sector.” Bagiire further added in his speech that “the growth of population is presenting a challenge for those working in the logistics and transport sector and in Kampala city, the daily day time population is over 3 million people and moving such masses to destinations is a challenge and Victoria university is coming in at the time when the service is badly needed, he thanked the directors and Management for introducing the course.”
He said the ministry was taking initiatives to support the Logistics and transport sector but that human resource is needed to manage the sector’s opportunities. “The Ministry Of Works and Transport would like to affirm its continued partnership with Victoria University under the provisions of skills and knowledge to interested individuals in the logistics and transport sector,” he said.
Victoria University, is accredited by the Uganda National Council for Higher Education (UNCHE) and Uganda Midwifery Council.
The university stands out as a pivot of academic excellence, offering a fresh and intellectually thriving environment that nurtures critical and progressive thinkers. The institution is committed to the advancement of higher education worldwide. Currently its students come from countries such as Congo, Nigeria, Ghana, Pakistan, India, South Sudan, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, Eritrea and Somalia among others
The university has established courses tailored to the needs of the African Market, with the courses offered strategically focused at employment-oriented education and aimed at Creating Scholars empowered to provide cutting edge solutions.
Leadership, critical thinking, excellence, leadership, student, centeredness, professionalism, innovation, passion, humanity and integrity are the core values that are part of the Victoria University experience.
Due to international and local collaborations, students at the university are assured of extensive hands on training every semester which enables the learners to acquire distinctive skills and knowledge of a working environment and making them competitive in any market after graduating.
Victoria University is a research active institution where students enjoy the benefits of working with experts who are well informed and up to date with new research and developments in their respective disciplines.
Some of the guests who witnessed the launch were directors of the university, council members, vice chancellor of Victoria University, Embassy representatives from the Nigerian High Commission, Somalia, Kenya High Commission, Burundian Embassy plus some delegates from Red cross, Ministry of Gender, National Water and Sewerage Corporation, media, Victoria university staff, Victoria university students, Mulago Hospital, secondary school career masters from schools like Vienna College, Turkish light academy, Bethany High school, Godel logistics, Crane Management Services, Premier Recruitment and many other bodies.
