KIU prepares finalists for the world of work in a strategic career training.  

In a bold move to produce industry ready graduates, Kampala International University (KIU) held a two day mandatory career preparedness training aimed at empowering finalists with the leadership, strategy, and entrepreneurial mindset needed to excel in today’s dynamic professional landscape.  

The training that began on 8th to 9th May 2026 was organized by the Directorate of Research, Innovation, Consultancy and Extension through the Centre of Excellence in Entrepreneurship and Innovation at the IBML Building.

The training was held under theme: “Building Self Leadership, Career Strategy and Entrepreneurial Acumen,” attracting university leaders, educationists, innovators, entrepreneurs, technical experts and students with distinguishes speakers including: Prof. Muhammed Ngoma, Vice Chancellor, KIU, Mr. Ambrose Kibuuka, Member, Board of Trustees, Dr. Anita M. Malinga, CEO, Shine Leadership International, Miss Athuura Marjorie, Founder & CEO, Geja Women Foundation, moderated by KIU’s PRO Shawn Kimuli.

The Vice Chancellor, KIU Prof. Muhammed Ngoma, challenged students to think beyond academic excellence and prepare themselves for the realities of an innovation driven and globally interconnected world.

“The contemporary world no longer rewards certificates alone. It rewards people who can think critically, innovate consistently, communicate effectively and solve problems within communities and industries,” he said.

He underscored the importance of workplace culture, professionalism, accountability, discipline, digital presence and personal branding in shaping graduates prepared for modern industry and leadership spaces.

“Your work ethic, attitude, consistency and ability to work with others will determine how far you go in life. Excellence is intentional and must be practiced daily,” he said.

Prof. Ngoma added that “We are intentionally building graduates who are not only job seekers, but innovators, employers and leaders capable of responding to modern global challenges,”

Meanwhile educationist, author and Member of the Board of Trustees, Mr. Ambrose Kibuuka S. Mukiibi encouraged students to stop underestimating small beginnings and instead embrace consistency, growth and resilience, remindin finalists that persistence, discipline and courage often separate successful individuals from those who surrender too early in their journeys.

One of the innovators displaying their products 

On the sidelines of the training young Innovators showcased finished products, enterprises and solutions they established through agriculture, innovation, entrepreneurship and community problem solving, transforming the training from theory to practical experience

One of the participants, Miss Atuhurra Majorie, Founder and CEO of Gejja Women Foundation, challenged participants to think beyond employment and instead focus on building systems, solutions and sustainable impact within communities.

“Communities do not only need educated people. They need ethical leaders, problem solvers and people willing to create lasting change,” she said.

Mr. Shawn Kimuli, University PRO, reminded students that visibility, adaptability, innovation, communication and discipline are key in today’s rapidly evolving professional and digital environment.

 “The world is rewarding people who are visible, adaptable, innovative and solution oriented. Academic qualifications remain important, but the ability to communicate, innovate and stay relevant is what increasingly defines modern success,” he said.