Stop Producing Job Seekers, Train Students on Entrepreneurship - Don, Prof. Okonkwo to Universities
Professor of Entrepreneurship Studies, Obiora Okonkwo, has urged Nigerian universities to shift their focus from churning out job seekers to equipping students with practical skills in entrepreneurship.
Entrepreneurship Education: The Way Forward
At the 15th convocation ceremony of Veritas University, Okonkwo emphasized the importance of integrating entrepreneurship education into the curriculum of all academic departments.
Universities Must Embrace Practical Skills
- Prof. Okonkwo argued that students should be trained to become self-reliant and contribute positively to society.
- He believes that entrepreneurship education would help bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world demands.
Internships and Collaborations with Industries
To achieve this, Prof. Okonkwo suggested the need for stronger collaborations between universities and industries, as well as internship programs for students.
- Okonkwo proposes that universities and industries should work together to provide students with practical experience.
- Internships would allow students to apply their knowledge and skills in real-world settings.
Universities: The Key to Nigeria's Economic Growth
The professor emphasized the vital role universities play in Nigeria's economic growth, stating that they should equip students with skills that can help create jobs and wealth.
- Okonkwo believes that universities should focus on training students to become self-reliant and productive members of society.
- This would contribute positively to Nigeria's economic development.
Students' Career Opportunities: Entrepreneurship Education
Professor Okonkwo emphasised the importance of entrepreneurship education in enhancing students' career opportunities, stating that entrepreneurship education would equip students with the skills needed to create jobs and wealth in Nigeria.
- Okonkwo argued that entrepreneurship education would provide students with the necessary skills to start their own businesses and create employment opportunities.
- This would improve the career prospects of students and contribute to Nigeria's economic growth.
Veritas University's Response
Veritas University has responded positively to Okonkwo's proposal, stating that they would consider integrating entrepreneurship education into their curriculum.
- The university's vice-chancellor, Dr. Don Emeka, expressed his institution's commitment to supporting entrepreneurship development in Nigeria.
- The university is open to collaborating with industries and other institutions to provide practical experience for students.
Professor Okonkwo's Call for Collaboration
Professor Okonkwo has called for closer collaboration between universities and industries, emphasizing the need for practical experience in entrepreneurship education.
- Okonkwo urged universities to work with industries to provide students with practical experience in entrepreneurship education.
- He suggested that universities should integrate entrepreneurship education into their curricula to equip students with the necessary skills to create jobs and wealth in Nigeria.
Nigeria's Economic Growth Potential
Professor Okonkwo highlighted Nigeria's potential for economic growth through entrepreneurship education.
- Okonkwo emphasized that entrepreneurship education would enable students to become self-reliant and create employment opportunities in Nigeria.
- He argued that Nigeria has the potential to develop economically through the integration of entrepreneurship education in the country's educational system.
Veritas University's Commitment
Veritas University, where the lecture was delivered, has shown commitment to the development of entrepreneurship education.
- The university's Vice-Chancellor, Dr. Don Emeka, expressed Veritas University's commitment to supporting entrepreneurship development in Nigeria.
- The university is open to collaborating with industries and other institutions to provide students with practical experience in entrepreneurship education.
Nigeria's Economic Growth Potential
Professor Okonkwo emphasized Nigeria's potential for economic growth through entrepreneurship education.
- Okonkwo argued that entrepreneurship education would enable students to create employment opportunities in Nigeria.
<small>Source: Daily Post Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>
