In an increasingly competitive world, Kenya Methodist University (KeMU) is positioning itself as a crucial launchpad for students, embedding technology and practical skills into its core mission to ensure graduates are not just academically sound, but ready to innovate and lead.

This strategic shift addresses a critical question for Kenyan families: does a university degree lead to a job? KeMU's leadership believes the answer lies in a holistic education that blends integrity with cutting-edge skills. The university is actively integrating artificial intelligence (AI) and other emerging technologies into its curriculum to prepare students for the future of work.

Forging Industry-Ready Graduates

KeMU's focus on practical application is a direct response to the persistent gap between skills taught in universities and those required by the modern workforce. The university's Board of Trustees Chairman, Rev. Prof. Samwel Kobia, emphasized this during the recent 25th graduation ceremony, noting that infusing technology into training enhances learners' dynamism. The institution has already partnered with global tech giants like Google to pioneer AI training, aiming to make its students leaders in the new digital economy.

This approach appears to be yielding results. A survey by Corporate Staffing Services previously ranked KeMU among the top five private universities whose graduates employers preferred, citing a blend of technical expertise and valuable soft skills.

A Hub of Growth and Recognition

The university's efforts have not gone unnoticed. In 2023, KeMU was ranked among the top 100 universities in Africa by UniRanks, a significant achievement that places it among only nine Kenyan universities on the list. This recognition is a testament to the university's commitment to quality education.

KeMU offers a wide array of programs across its campuses in Meru, Nairobi, and Mombasa, including:

• School of Medicine and Health Sciences
• Business and Economics
• Education and Social Sciences
• Science and Technology
• Computing and Informatics

Notably, KeMU was the first private university in Kenya to graduate medical doctors, a significant milestone given the heavy investment required for such programs.

Beyond the Lecture Hall

KeMU's leadership stresses a holistic approach to education that extends beyond academics. Vice-Chancellor Rev. Prof. John Kobia Ataya noted that the university is dedicated to "enlightening young minds, strengthening their spirits, building unwavering character, and instilling a lifelong commitment to serving humanity." This philosophy is supported by a vibrant campus life with various extracurricular activities, student leadership programs, and spiritual support services.

Looking forward, the university is calling on its over 37,000 alumni and partners to invest in its mission. As Rev. Prof. Kobia stated, the goal is for KeMU graduates to "go out there and cause a positive change in the effort of transforming lives among our citizens and the global community at large."