Ensign Global, University of Utah graduate 20 entrepreneurs under business creation programme

Ensign Global University and the University of Utah recently concluded the graduation of 20 entrepreneurs from their second cohort of the Master of Business Creation (MBC) programme. This initiative aims to empower business owners and create employment opportunities across Africa. Professor Stephen Alder of Ensign Global University emphasized that Africa produces millions of graduates annually but has a shortage of jobs, with three-quarters of graduates struggling to find employment.

The MBC programme offers a practical approach to entrepreneurship education, enabling participants to apply lessons to their businesses in areas such as marketing, financial projections, and human resource management. The programme, delivered in partnership with the University of Utah, differs from conventional graduate programs as it prioritizes business ownership over academic qualifications.

Programme Director Jeff Davis explained that participants complete assignments based on their own businesses, focusing on practical tasks rather than theoretical case studies. The programme also seeks to build an entrepreneurial community, fostering support among entrepreneurs. Post-graduation, graduates can benefit from resources at the University of Utah's Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute and explore funding opportunities for their African businesses.