Makerere University Launches “BCom Plus One” Vocational Program to Tackle Youth Unemployment

Sharon Kemirembe, Africa One News |Tech & Science

Friday, July 18, 2025 at 8:49:00 AM UTC

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Makerere University is introducing vocational studies to enhance student employability and address the youth unemployment crisis in Uganda. This initiative, spearheaded by the Makerere University Business School (MUBS), requires undergraduate students to complete a vocational course alongside their academic degree. This "BCom Plus One" program, as it's called, aims to equip students with practical, income-generating skills beyond their chosen field of study. Here's a more detailed breakdown:

Addressing Unemployment: The move is a direct response to the rising youth unemployment rates in Uganda.

Practical Skills: The vocational courses will cover a range of practical skills, such as branding, electrical installation, DJing, or carpentry, depending on the student's chosen field.

"BCom Plus One" Initiative: This specific program at MUBS requires students to undertake a vocational course alongside their Bachelor of Commerce degree. Beyond the Classroom: The goal is to provide students with skills they can rely on for income generation after graduation, increasing their competitiveness in the job market. Collaboration: The initiative is part of broader efforts to equip graduates with the skills needed to thrive in the current economy, including collaborations with organizations like Love Binti International. Makerere's Commitment: Makerere University has a history of vocational training, starting with its beginnings as a technical school in 1922.

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