Gemsville Technical University

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Gemsville Technical University
Gemsville Technical University Logo.gif
MottoInnovation and Creativity
TypePrivate University
Location,
Guyana GUYANA
Websitewww.gtech.university

Gemsville Technical University[1] is a private university with a focus on science, engineering technology and management, located in the capital city of Georgetown, Guyana, South America, and incorporated under the Companies Act of Guyana.

History

In 2006, Guyana formulated the National Competitiveness Strategy[2] to improve training and retention of workers with the technical skills needed in the global economy. In 2009, the National Policy Framework for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET),[3] was created to address the technological and human resource needs. Special emphasis was placed on providing equal opportunity for all Guyanese to access technical education and training, regardless of sex or gender. In mid–2011, the Guyanese Education Ministry completed the TVET Enhancement Project with financing from the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB).[4] Gemsville Technical University was established as a result of this initiative.

Programs

Gemville Technical University offers programs of industrial relevance in the areas of science, engineering, technology and management, preparing students for leadership roles in the world of work.

Accreditation

Gemsville Technical University is registered with the National Accreditation Council (NAC)[5] under the Ministry of Education[6] of the Cooperative Republic of Guyana

Affiliations

Gemsville Technical University is a member of the following international institutions

  • International Association for Continuing Engineering Education [7]
  • International Society for Engineering Education [8]
  • Education for Business Managers and Administrators [9]

References

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