FACTS:

• 📊 6,780 students surveyed for insights into satisfaction and career readiness
• 👥 40 key stakeholders engaged, including alumni, employers, and leadership
• 🎓 50 faculty members participated in focus groups to shape solutions
• 💡 3 targeted workshops delivered to enhance institutional capacity
• 📈 25% projected improvement in graduate job readiness based on curriculum updates

The Challenge

A leading university in Somalia faced mounting pressure to improve its enrollment rates and address the growing challenges graduates encountered in securing employment. Feedback from employers revealed gaps between academic training and workplace demands, while alumni voiced concerns over inadequate career preparation. These factors threatened the university’s ability to attract new students and maintain its position as a premier educational institution. To address these challenges, the university partnered with Veynuus to implement a strategic transformation initiative.

The Approach

Veynuus collaborated closely with the university to deliver a data-driven and stakeholder-focused approach. The project began with extensive data collection, surveying 6,780 active students to assess satisfaction with academic programs, perceptions of job readiness, and barriers to success. In parallel, the team conducted structured interviews with 40 key stakeholders, including alumni, industry leaders, and former university leadership, to uncover actionable insights about employability trends and institutional performance. Focus group discussions with 50 faculty members provided a deeper understanding of teaching challenges, curriculum gaps, and support needs.

The findings were benchmarked against regional and national standards to contextualize the university’s performance. Based on this analysis, Veynuus delivered targeted recommendations for aligning academic programs with labor market demands. Workshops were conducted with faculty and administrative staff to build capacity in integrating feedback, engaging stakeholders, and monitoring enrollment trends. These efforts ensured that the university was equipped to sustain and scale improvements beyond the project’s duration.

The Impact

The collaboration between Veynuus and the university produced transformative results. Stakeholder engagement was significantly enhanced, with the establishment of feedback mechanisms connecting alumni, employers, and university leadership. This allowed for ongoing input into academic planning and career support systems. The curriculum was restructured to emphasize practical skills, internships, and competencies aligned with industry needs. Faculty and staff gained the tools and knowledge to adapt teaching methods based on comprehensive feedback, fostering an environment of continuous improvement.

Operationally, the university implemented robust frameworks for tracking enrollment trends and graduate outcomes. These data-driven tools empowered decision-makers to respond proactively to emerging challenges. Early indicators showed improved alignment between academic offerings and job market expectations, with employers reporting better preparedness among graduates.

Key Results

The university experienced measurable progress across several critical dimensions. Graduates reported greater confidence in their job readiness, and employers noted significant improvements in skill alignment. Industry partnerships were strengthened, creating new opportunities for internships and employment. By integrating data and stakeholder insights into its strategic planning, the university laid a foundation for sustainable growth in enrollment and employability.

The Way Forward

With a renewed focus on academic excellence and market relevance, the university is well-positioned to thrive in an increasingly competitive educational landscape. This collaboration highlights Veynuus’s ability to deliver impactful, tailored solutions for institutions seeking sustainable growth and transformation.