Makerere University Business School is set to start teaching Chinese language next academic year with a fully fledged department dedicated to promoting the Chinese culture.
This new department will not only benefit Ugandans in learning Chinese but also crate over 1000 jobs. Also, many graduates will be employed as lecturers, Chinese book writers and as a result of learning Chinese, many graduates will be able to easily land jobs in China Peoples’ Republic.
The signing of a memorandum of understanding between the two universities took place on Tuesday at Kampala Serena Hotel. Prof. Venecias Baryamureeba signed on behalf of MUBS while Li Lu Ping signed on behalf of Shenyang University. The signing was witnessed by the Director General of higher education, Elizabeth K.M Gabona and the State Minister for Regional Cooperation, Asuman Kiyingi.
According the MUBS deputy spokes person, Fredrick Rwakyaka, the physical construction of this institute premises will commence next academic year. “This will be the first and largest Chinese teaching and learning centre here. We believe that this institute will not only attract Ugandans but also Chinese working here for classes,” Rwakyaka said.
Additional reporting by Monitor & RedPepper.
