Zetech University has partnered with Mount Kenya University (MKU) and eight other local universities to implement the ACCESS Program, an initiative aimed at fostering entrepreneurship and innovation in higher education. Sponsored by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development, DAAD (German Academic Exchange Service), and EXCEED, the program seeks to develop a collaborative approach to entrepreneurship education in Kenya.
As the local lead institution, Mount Kenya University will coordinate joint activities involving Zetech University, Karatina University, Kabarak University, Kenyatta University, Riara University, Daystar University, Technical University of Kenya, KCA University, Machakos University, and Gretsa University.
A key component of the ACCESS Program is the development of a joint entrepreneurship curriculum, integrating capstone assignments, self-paced learning, and an AI-powered monitoring tool within each institution’s Virtual Learning Management System (VLMS). Additionally, the program will introduce joint service-learning (SL) modules for MBA students, covering research methodology and unit specialization.
Furthermore, the initiative will establish Student ACCESS Business Ideas Clubs in each university. Annually, two top-performing student entrepreneurs from each institution will participate in a five-day bootcamp, accompanied by faculty mentors.
This collaboration marks a significant milestone in strengthening entrepreneurship education and fostering innovation in Kenya's higher education landscape.
