University of Buea IT Center Launched, with Career-Focused Training

The University of Buea (UB), today, on March 14, 2024, took a significant stride in preparing students with sought-after IT skills by inaugurating its state-of-the-art IT Centre. The ceremony, which took place at the Dorothy Limunga Njeuma Amphitheatre, marked the collaboration between UB and DobreTech, a prominent IT training and consulting firm.

This exciting collaboration will provide students with practical, career-focused training programmes in the fields of Cybersecurity and Cloud Computing. These programmes aim to connect theoretical knowledge with practical experience, equipping graduates for success in the constantly changing IT industry.

The University is expected to release details about the specific programmes, enrollment process, and faculty involvement in the coming days. Nevertheless, the launch ceremony clearly demonstrates UB’s dedication to equipping its students with the essential skillset to succeed in the digital era.

This partnership with DobreTech is an exciting opportunity for UB students interested in pursuing careers in Cybersecurity and Cloud Computing. Given the high demand for these fields and their projected growth, the training programmes offered by the new IT Centre could greatly benefit graduates in preparing them for a highly competitive job market.

Beatrice Manka’a contributed to this report and provided images

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