Mount Kigali University (MKUR) hosted a delegation from the Kenya Accountants and Secretaries National Examination Board (KASNEB) to explore collaboration and accreditation opportunities for professional and short courses in Rwanda.
The delegation comprised Dr. Kiyeng Chumo, Director, Research and Business Development; Dr. Francis A. Okubo, Director, Accreditation and Quality Assurance; and Ms. Hamida Mwilu, Deputy Director, Business Development. Representing MKUR were Vice- Chancellor Dr. Martin Kimemia; Dr. Paul Okello, Head of Department, School of Business and Economics; Mr. Wycliffe Aganda, School of Business and Economics Partnership and Liaison Office; and University Librarian Ms. Lucy Kigen.
The discussions focused on the potential accreditation of MKUR as a KASNEB training institution and examination center, creating opportunities for students and professionals to pursue qualifications such as Certified Public Accountants (CPA) alongside their university studies. The proposed collaboration is particularly relevant to MKUR’s expanding portfolio of business and professional programmes, including the newly approved Master of Science in Taxation and Customs Administration, which provides a strong platform for linking academic training with professional development in taxation, accounting, finance and related fields.
The partnership would further complement MKUR’s programmes in Business Administration, Accounting and Finance, Procurement and Logistics, Economics and other business-related disciplines, providing students with opportunities to gain additional professional competencies and industry exposure.
The engagement reflects MKUR’s commitment to empowering students through industry-relevant education, strategic partnerships and professional qualifications, while strengthening its position as a globally connected university that prepares graduates for meaningful careers and leadership in Rwanda, Africa and beyond.